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Help at Holy Mass
- Liturgical Ministries
  
  Our US bishops write: “In addition to the ordained ministries there are roles in the liturgy which are exercised by lay people who place their time and talent at the service of the liturgical assembly as acolytes (altar servers), lectors, extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion, cantors, choir members, instrumentalists, leaders of song and ushers. Others contribute their time and talent to planning and organizing the liturgy, to keeping the church and the vestments, vessels and appointments clean and well-ordered or to providing decorations that reflect the spirit of the liturgical feast or season." USCCB Ministries & Roles
  
  There are a number of roles for parishioners who wish to become liturgical ministers. Whether in the roles mentioned above or other related ones, generous volunteers play key roles in adding beauty and order to our liturgical celebrations.
- Sacred Service
  
  Lectors commit to preparing diligently for the proclamation of the readings at Mass. The Workbook for Lay Readers is available to lectors and helps assure confident preparation for the Sunday readings.
  
  Sacristans help prepare for Holy Mass and assist in securing sacred vessels.
  
  Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC) help in the distribution of the Body and Blood of Christ at Mass. Training is provided by Father David. EMHCs and Lectors receive regular announcements communicating upcoming liturgical events at the parish.
- Why Volunteer?
  
  As the US Bishops note, liturgical ministers are “contributing to the worship of the community and fulfilling the responsibility that comes with Baptism.” What greater ministry can there be than one that brings us closer to the sacrifice of Christ? The spiritual benefits are simply too many to number.
  
  Note: All liturgical ministers are required to complete the Safe Environment program and be Catholics in good standing.
Parish Contacts
- Altar Servers
  
  Parish Office
  (281) 324-1478
- Sacristans, Lectors and EMHCs
  
  Tim Logsdon
  [email protected]
- Communion to the Homebound
  
  Parish Office
  (281) 324-1478
- Choir Ministry
  
  Noah Arnold
  [email protected]
  (409) 455-0705
- Usher Ministry
  
  Frank Campisi
  [email protected]
  (713) 560-7314
- Adornment of the Sanctuary
  
  Holy Feast Seasons
  Disciples of Jesus and Mary
  (713) 419-8097
  Ordinary Time Season
  Women's Guild
  (713) 823-4948