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St. Joseph Co-Cathedral
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There are many ways to become involved in supporting and enhancing our worship celebrations. We especially encourage new parishioners to make known their experience in any aspect of worship and liturgy.
Ministry of the Word - Lectors
Lectors are parish family members who proclaim the Word (Scripture) at daily, weekend and Holy Days liturgies and other ceremonies. Both adults and high school youth are welcome, and training is available periodically. Lectors are scheduled to read on a rotating basis. The coordinator of Lectors is Louise King.
Eucharistic Ministry
Eucharistic Ministers administer communion at daily and weekend liturgies and carry the Eucharist to those in nursing homes, and the home bound. Eucharistic Ministers are nominated by the Pastor and appointed by the Bishop. The coordinator of Eucharistic Ministers is Tom Paquette.
Music Ministry
There are several active groups that provide music for the weekend liturgies. Styles vary from the traditional to the contemporary, with each group having its own special "personality" and repertoire. Singers and instrumentalists of all ranges and ability levels can find a way to be involved, and are welcome at any time.
4:00 PM Folk Group
Coordinator - Dorothy Barewicz @ 658-5387
9:00 AM Liturgical Choir
Coordinator - Jake Barickman @ 660-2758
11:00 AM Folk Group
Coordinator - Norman Smith @ 877-2598
Adult Altar Servers
Adult Servers assist at daily liturgies and funerals.
The coordinator of Adult Servers is Mary Bachand
Altar Servers & Masters of Ceremony
The altar servers and Masters of Ceremony of St. Joseph Parish are a committed and eager group of young liturgical ministers who assist at the altar during Mass and other liturgical celebrations.
Altar serving provides an important ministry for children and youth 5th grade and Masters of Ceremony for High School Youth.. Interested youth who have received their First Eucharist are invited to join this ministry in spring. New trainings are generally scheduled in May. Schedules are sent to each server, in addition to being posted in the church.
Nurtured within the Altar servers and Masters of Ceremony is the importance of their roles within our community's worship, as well as reverence to and active participation in the celebration of the Eucharist. Congenial social gatherings play an important part in developing loyalty and support to one's fellow servers.
Ushers & Greeters
Ushers and Greeters exercise the ministry of hospitality in the greeting and ordinary seating of the congregation, and in the collection of offerings at weekend or other liturgies. They direct and assist people, especially the handicapped, and provide ready help for anyone with special needs. We welcome men and women who would like to serve the parish in this important ministry which sets the tone for our celebrations. The coordinator of Ushers & Greeters is Don Martell
Sacristan
The Sacristans are responsible for the upkeep of all materials necessary for the liturgical celebrations. Our Sacristan is Jim Letourneau.
Altar Guild
Members of the Altar Guild are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the sanctuary, especially the church furnishings. Members of the Altar Guild include: Paule Pembroke, Bev Lapointe and Norma Yandow.
Church Decorations
The Church Decorations Team is responsible for ordering flowers for major celebrations as well as decorating the church for each of the liturgical seasons. The team consists of Sue Girouard and Jim Girouard.
Presentation of the Gifts
Gift bearers serve the congregation by bringing the gifts of bread and wine to the altar at the Presentation of the Gifts. We are always in need of volunteers to bring up the gifts during mass. If you are interested in serving in this ministry contact: Dori Couture, Parish Secretary
Bereavement Ministry
The Bereavement Ministry organizes luncheons in the parish hall at the request of the family of a deceased person whose funeral is being held at the parish. The committee members set-up tables, warm the food, prepare beverages and clean up. The Bereavement Ministry is coordinated by Norma Yandow..
Coffee Hour
Coffee hour is held after the 9:00 and 11:00 Sunday masses in the Parish Hall from September through May. At the Coffee Hour, parishioners enjoy the company of old friends and have the opportunity to meet and welcome new members of our parish or greet those who are visitors among us. Refreshments usually include coffee, tea, hot chocolate, doughnuts and bagels. Coffee Hour is coordinated by Jim Letourneau.
Pre-Cana Program
Pre-Cana offers engaged couples a unique opportunity to
look at their commitment to each other in a deeper way as they prepare
for marriage. It gives them the opportunity to focus exclusively on
each other free from the pressure and distractions of the outside world.
The program is held in the Spring. Coordinators are Dave and Fran
Mount.
Respect Life Ministry
Parishioners participate in the Bishop's Respect Life Phone Tree. The Phone Tree acts as the pro-life voice for our Diocese to our state and federal representatives. It is concerned with issues that threaten the quality of life and the dignity of the human person. The coordinator of the Respect Life Ministry is Michelle Morin.