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LITURGICAL MINISTRIES St. Patrick’s offers many opportunities to serve God and others through active Lay Ministry programs. Liturgical programs include Greeters, Lectors, Servers, Ushers and Eucharistic Ministers. (Training will be provided.) Musicians are invited to join the Choir, Funeral Choir, or offer their instrumental talents during the liturgy. St. Patrick’s choir invites both adults and students to participate. The choir rehearses on Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8 p.m., from September through April, as scheduled. Also needed are Decorators who assist with environmental changes for liturgical seasons and Seamstresses/ Laundresses to keep linens repaired, clean and tidy. PASTORAL CARE MINISTRIES A most rewarding way to serve God is through service to others. One very important ministry is Eucharist to the Homebound. It consists of a short visit with disabled or elderly parish members while bringing them communion after a weekend or weekday Mass. Family members or friends are especially invited to participate. Small containers (pyxs) are available in the sacristy. Eucharist to nursing home residents or those hospitalized is usually done weekly. A related ministry is the Nursing Home Rosary. Two parish members lead a rosary for Catholic residents of Fairview Nursing home Sunday mornings at 11 AM. Some pairs also bring the Eucharist. Other pastoral ministries include the Bereavement Ministry, Prayer Network and Transportation Ministry. The Bereavement Ministry keeps in touch with those who have recently lost a loved one by sending cards, through personal visits or phone calls, and also with a grief support group. In the Prayer Network, participants receive requests for prayers for particular needs and pass them along to other parishioners. Volunteers are also needed to transport some members to weekend Masses and other activities on a regular or as-needed basis. If you are interested in participating in any areas of Lay Ministry, please contact the parish office at 847-6054. Education Opportunities / Ministries Catechism RCIA, Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults: Is open to all people seeking full communion with the Catholic Church. Come and explore the faith! Please call the rectory for information on our welcoming ministry. Adult Group / Studies Adult education opportunities for personal spiritual growth are available throughout the year. Advent and Lent provide special opportunities to explore and deepen our faith through seasonal offerings. Other education/discussion groups have been formed as needed. Watch the church bulletins for new additions, dates, and times! |
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