Liturgical ministries

The Altar Server Ministry is a significant role within the Catholic Church, primarily involving children and young adults who assist the priest during liturgical celebrations. Children who are in at least (4th) grade are encouraged to consider serving in this beautiful ministry and through reverence and prayer, witness firsthand the “indescribable mystery” of the Eucharist.  Training is provided.

Martha’s Ministry reverently cares for and launders all vestments and liturgical linens.  Often unseen and unnoticed, their ministry is essential for our liturgical celebrations through their care and attention to detail.

Sacred music has a profound impact on the liturgical celebrations at Holy Family. The Music Ministry helps lead and enhance congregational participation in sung prayer and aims to elevate the worship experience by adding beauty, depth, and emotional resonance to the liturgy.  Ministers include: Cantors, Instrumentalists, Choir members, and accompanists. With several opportunities to match your availability, experience and skillset, all are welcome to prayerfully consider!

Mindful of the liturgical calendar and seasons, the Art and Environment Ministry focuses on decorating the church with appropriate colors, flowers, liturgical items, and other seasonal decorations to enhance the beauty of the liturgy and sacred space.

The Ministry of Hospitality is a fundamental and distinctive dimension of Christian charity, who welcome and help guide everyone participating in the celebration of Mass and special liturgies. Hospitality is about offering a welcome that is never formal or superficial, but identified by "gentleness" and "reverence," making visible and communicating God's love. If you are a people person and like to share your smile and assist fellow parishioners, this is the ministry for you!

The Reader Ministry is a significant lay ministry within the Catholic Church. Readers provide the prayerful and powerful proclamation of the Word of God at daily and weekend Masses, and special liturgical celebrations.  Ministers should be of sufficient maturity and competency to undertake this ministry, with the ability to proclaim God’s Word effectively in a faith-filled manner during public worship. Training is provided.

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion assist the Ordinary (ordained) Ministers in administering the Body and Blood of Christ during Mass. This is a wonderful way to serve God and your Holy Family family. Those of at least age (16) are encouraged to prayerfully consider. Diocesan training is required.

The Church's Ministry to the Sick and Homebound is a profound expression of Christ's compassionate love, reflecting His own care for those who suffer in body and spirit. This ministry is rooted in the Lord's charge to "Heal the sick!" and is carried out by bringing the Eucharist to the infirmed and accompanying them with prayer. This ministry is a precious witness to the love of Christ. Diocesan training is required.

The Sacristan Ministry ensures the sacristy, altar, and sanctuary are properly maintained and are focused on preparing the liturgical items needed for the celebration of Mass and other special liturgies.  Sacristans prepare the vessels for the Eucharist, ensure the availability of necessary supplies, clean and store liturgical items following Mass and assist with ensuring care for the altar candles and presence candle.  Sacristans play a vital role in supporting the clergy by ensuring that all necessary preparations are made for the celebration of Mass.  Training is provided.