This ministry is open to all boys and girls in the parish who have completed 3rd grade and have received First Eucharist. Being an altar server enables our young people to gain a greater appreciation and understanding of their faith and of the Liturgy of the Church. It also promotes responsibility, service and leadership. Initial training and refreshers are provided to all who serve. If you are interested in becoming an Altar Server, please contact Jackie at [email protected] or 638-6718 .
Sacristans are responisible for the preparaing the Sacristy & the Church for the weekend liturgies. They ensure that everyone and everything is set up and in place prior to the start of Mass. If you are interesetd in becoming a Sacristan, please contact Jackie at [email protected] or 638-6718 .
Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion serve the Parish by assisting in the distribution of the Body and Blood of Christ. There are opportunities to serve at Mass or in ministering to the sick and homebound. Training is required and provided. If you are interested in becoming an Extraordinary Minister, please contact Jackie at [email protected] or 638-6718.
Lectors share the Word of God with the parish through the readings of Mass.They also share the General Intercessions, and the announcements at the beginning of Mass. If you are intereted in becoming a Lector, please contact Jackie at [email protected] or 638-6718 .
WE NEED YOU... in order to offer this important Ministry for children!! Children’s Liturgy of the Word is a fun and interactive way to share your faith with the children of our parish. We would like to offer this ministry each Sunday during the 10:30 AM Mass at St. Mary's, but need volunteers to make happen. Members of this ministry team will present the Sunday readings and Gospel, at the child’s (PreK-grade 3) level of understanding. Resources are provided. Please consider joining the Children’s Liturgy team and making this ministry happen. For more information on this Ministry, please contact Jackie at [email protected] or 638-6718 .
If you love to sing, make music, and worship God in a fun and fulfilling ministry, consider joining the choir! All God’s creatures have a place in the choir. St. Mary-St. Mark welcomes those of all ages and experiences. We rehearse a half hour before each Mass and beginning September 8th will have weekly rehearsals after the 10:30 Mass at St. Mary’s.
Ushers serve at weekend Masses by welcoming parishioners to Mass, ensuring sufficient seating for Mass, selecting people to present the offertory gifts, and taking up and securing the offertory collection. If you are interested in volunteering please contact: