Liturgical Ministries

About Altar Servers Altar servers assist the priest and deacon in the celebration of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. They help lead the people in prayer by their example and reverence. They serve God and the sacred mysteries as good stewards of the spiritual treasures Christ has entrusted to...

Commissioned by the Bishop at the request of Fr. Schrader. They assist in the distribution of Holy Communion when there is an insufficient number of ordinary ministers (the clergy). They may also assist in distributing Holy Communion to parishioners who are unable to attend Mass due to a physical ailment....

About Lectors Readings for each day along with audio recordings are available on the USCCB website. Instructions for lectors:

Music allows active participation in Mass through song and response. Music, combined with prayer, aids in the experience of God’s presence during Mass allowing parishioners to spread the Love of Jesus Christ with the world. All instrumental and/or vocal volunteers are welcome. “Among the faithful, the schola cantorum or choir...