Liturgical/Spiritual Life Ministries
With our mind and heart centered on Christ, we serve our Parish Community as we celebrate the Liturgy together.
GREETERS:
Greeters are the first representative of the parish that people meet when they come to Mass. All families or individuals are welcome to join. The coordinator of greeters, Fred Coats, will do trainings throughout the year.
USHERS:
Ushering is an opportunity to serve God by serving His people at St. Albert the Great Parish. Ushers make sure that Liturgies run smoothly and orderly, enhancing everyone's opportunity to focus on the Mass. Training is provided by the usher coordinator, Jessica Motto.
ALTAR SERVERS:
Altar Servers assist the priest on the Altar. Anyone in grade 4 and older is welcome to be an Altar Server. Training is provided by the altar server coordinator, Sarah McLean. There are several large group trainings throughout the year, and individual trainings can be scheduled as well.
READERS:
Readers proclaim the Word at Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation. Training is available with the readers coordinator, Vic Chargualaf who meets twice a year for group training, but can also be scheduled individually throughout the year for one-on-one training.
MUSIC MINISTRY
Adult Choir (age 21 and up) - is the foundation of our program leading music at Sunday Mass, funerals, and special events. Contact Maria, Director of Music for more information.
Children’s Choir (Grades 1-6) - is an introductory choir leading music at fall Masses, Christmas Eve and special events.(schedule TBA)
Youth Choir (Grades 6-12) - provides mentorship within our children's choir while also becoming accomplished with other musical skills like playing recorder and hand bells. (schedule TBA)
Instrumental Ensemble (Youth + Adult) - This is a rehearsed ministry open to proficient players. This group plays at special seasonal occasions (schedule TBA).
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION:
EMHC distribute Holy Communion to the assembled faithful during Mass. Individuals must be confirmed and practicing Catholics. Mandatory training is conducted by the EMHC Coordinator, Vicki McLean. Training occurs twice a year and by appointment.
EMHC Homebound Ministry:
EMHC Homebound Ministers take Holy Communion to those who are homebound, in the hospital, or nursing home. Training is provided by the EMHC Homebound coordinator, Deacon Mike Eiffe.
ART & ENVIRONMENT:
Volunteers involved with Art and Environment Ministry are responsible for preparing the environment for the Liturgical Seasons of the Church Calendar. Volunteers work with the Art and Environment Ministry Coordinator, Kathy Walker.
If you are interested in joining any of our Liturgical Ministries or have questions about any of these Ministries, please contact the office (865-689-7011).