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Mary Burmburstjosephparish.comDirector of Liturgy & Music
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Blessed Are You!
Be Christ to others by serving the church as a Liturgical Minister with many different opportunities!
“The administration of this ministry not only supplies the needs of the members of the church but also overflows in much gratitude to God."
-2 Corinthians 9:12Liturgy is a communal worship of God. The Mass is a special liturgical celebration where all God's people gather not only to give praise and worship, but to offer themselves in the sacrifice of Christ's Body. To accomplish this, many people are needed to serve at any given mass.
While recognizing that all people take part in the liturgy, the Liturgical Ministers serve in a particular way to plan, organize and implement a vibrant, dynamic and prayerful liturgical service. The Liturgical Ministry strives to fulfill the Second Vatican Council's mandate to foster the full, active and conscious participation of the faithful at mass.
Below are listed the various opportunities for people to minister in the Liturgical department. Some ministers serve on a weekly basis, some once a month, and others serve on a "as needed" basis.
Interested? Please Contact the Director of Liturgy & Music!
Art, Environment, and Plant Care
Participate in decorating the sanctuaries for liturgical seasons, including Christmas, Holy Week, Easter, Pentecost, etc. Plant Care ministers take turns with others in watering, fertilizing and caring for green plants and altar flowers on a rotating basis.
Children's Liturgy of the Word
When the preschool classes meet on Sunday, we continue to form our elementary students by providing Children’s Liturgy of the Word during Mass. Children’s Liturgy of the Word presents the readings of the day to the children in an age appropriate way. Participants do not need to register to attend Children’s Liturgy of the Word.
Eucharistic Ministry
Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist distribute Holy Communion, the most important part of the Mass. Commitment is once per month on teams assigned to Masses at both churches. Ministers must be confirmed Catholics. Training is provided.
Lector Ministry (Adult)
Ministers of the Word serve approximately once every-other-month at Masses. They proclaim the scripture readings of the day, lead the Prayers of the Faithful and read the announcements at the end of Mass. Training is required and is held as needed for new lectors.
Lector Ministry (Youth)
Youth Ministers of the Word serve at the 6pm Sunday Masses. They proclaim the scripture readings of the day, perform short skits, lead the Prayers of the Faithful and read the announcements at the end of Mass. The assigned 3-4 youth ministers rehearse with an Adult Lector Coach the hour before Mass begins.
Mass Coordinator
Set up the altar, lock and unlock doors, facilitate the collections, organize Eucharistic ministers for distribution of Communion and other tasks required for Masses.
Mass Hospitality
Serve coffee and donuts after 10:00 Masses on Sundays September through May, and greet parishioners and visitors as they arrive for Liturgies. May be combined with Eucharistic Ministry.
Music Minister (Vocal, Instrumental)
Participation in vocal and/or instrumental ensembles including the St. Joseph Liturgical Choir, the Carpenters Ensemble, 6:00 PM Mass ensemble and cantor ministry (by audition only).
Project "Busy Bags"
To assist families with small children to engage in faith-based activities during mass, we offer “Busy Bags” that contain coloring sheets, crayons, reading material, etc. These project bags need to be cleaned and replenished each week.
Projector Ministry
Our Parish Center Masses utilize projection technology to support assembly participation at liturgies. Projectionists turn on equipment and "point and click" the computer mouse and follow a guide to all songs and prayers at 4:30pm Saturday liturgy, and 10am and 6pm Sunday liturgies. This simple but crucial task is particularly good for families, whose members can share the commitment when needed, and can sit together during Mass!
Soundboard Minister
Set-up and take-down of all sound equipment for music ensembles, including microphones, monitors and stands. Operate the sound board and mix the sound during liturgies.