The Mass is not something you merely attend. It is something in which you participate. Every person is called to contribute to the liturgy in a manner suited to his or her unique talents. For some, this means serving in a liturgical ministry at Mass.
All parishoners are invited and encouraged to share their talents and interests with the St. Peter Parish community by becoming involved in a liturgical ministry. Please consider volunteering for one of the following ministries.
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Altar Servers Children in the fifth through eighth grade are eligible to be altar servers. The special job of the altar server is to help the other ministers, especially the priest, during liturgical services. Altar servers minister by carrying the cross in procession, being a candle bearer, being a book server and assisting the priest at the altar. Phone: Lynn Wilson (630) 232-0124 ext. 112 |
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Environment & Art At various times throughout the Church year, dedicated volunteers tastefully decorate our worship space. Phone: Lynn Wilson (630) 232-0124 ext. 112 |
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Eucharistic Ministers Extraordinary Ministers are confirmed members of the parish who assist the priest in distribution of the body and blood of Christ at Mass and other liturgical services. In addition, some Extraordinary Ministers take communion to the sick or others unable to attend Mass. Phone: Lynn Wilson (630) 232-0124 ext. 112 |
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Greeters
The role of Greeter is perhaps the single greatest ministry of welcome and hospitality. Never should this service be underestimated. St. Peter Parish continuously seeks ways to improve our Ministry of Hospitality.
Phone: Mary K. Brown (630) 232-7255
Lectors
The Liturgy of the Word is an essential component of a Catholic Mass. In the readings, God speaks to his people, opening up to them the mystery of redemption and offering them spiritual nourishment...the riches of the Bible are opened to them. The liturgy of the Word is to be celebrated is such a way as to promote meditation... Like all liturgical ministries, Lectors are provided training and ongoing formation.
Daily Scripture from the Liturgical Circle
Phone: Brian Zolfo (630) 232-1316
Ushers
Ushers minister to the assembly by helping people to their seats and assuring that the church is in prayerful order before and after each Mass. This group of volunteers takes up the collections at all Masses, facilitates those bringing forth the bread and wine and distributes the parish bulletin after Mass.
Phone: Lynn Wilson (630) 232-0124 ext. 112
Sacristans
Sacristans prepare the altar and church interior for masses and other special liturgical celebrations. Additionally, they are responsible for cleaning the linens, crystal, and other liturgical items used during Mass. Their quiet presence is often unnoticed, yet the results of their labors are visible to all the parish community.
Phone: Lynn Wilson (630) 232-0124 ext. 112
Soundboard
Volunteers have the responsibility of manning the mixer board and making sure the volume settings are properly set for the various microphones during mass. Training is provided.
Phone: Lynn Wilson (630) 232-0124 ext. 112
Cantors
Cantors sing and lead the congregation when a musical group is not singing at a Mass. Training is provided.
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Children's Choir The Children's Choir sings at a Mass several Sundays a year and on Christmas Eve. They rehearse after school once a week from 3-4 PM. The choir is open to students in third grade and older. |
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Ensemble The Ensemble includes guitar, piano and vocals usually in 2-3 part harmony and more contemporary music. They sing on alternate Sundays at the 11 AM Mass. |
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Instrumentalists Instrumentalists are a very important part of our ministry and can assist with any of these groups and are welcome to be joined at any time. |
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St. Peter Choir The St. Peter Choir sings music of many styles, often in 3-4 part harmony. This groups provides the music for the 9:00 AM Sunday Mass. |
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| Liturgical Ministries |
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| Altar Servers |
| Environment & Art |
| Eucharistic Ministers |
| Greeters |
| Lectors |
| Ushers |
| Sacristans |
| Soundboard |
| Music Ministries |
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| Cantors |
| Children's Choir |
| Ensemble |
| Instrumentalists |
| St. Peter Choir |
| Ministry Schedules |
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| Through November, 2008 |
| Extraordinary Ministers & Sacristans |
| Lectors |
| Soundboard |
| Greeters |
| Resources |
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| The Mass |
| Catholic Worship |
| More Documents |
| Lynn Wilson |
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| Director of Liturgy and Music Liaison |
630-232-0124 ext. 112  |
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