Worship
Cluster Leader: Gayle Valbuena 598-0658
The goal of Worship is to help create a prayerful community from the time a parishioner enters our Church, through his or her departure after the recessional hymn. All play a part in the liturgical celebration, each in his or her own way. As the Catechism of the Catholic Church states, "The Lord's Supper is its center, for there the whole community of the faithful encounters the risen Lord who invites them to His banquet." (1166)
Altar Servers: Bobby Davis 598-0623
Altar Servers take an active part in divine
worship within the Holy Sanctuary, assisting the Priest and tending to the
altar. They are selected and appointed for their goodness, faithfulness, and
dependability. Altar servers get to know our Lord Jesus Christ in a special
way because of their close proximity to Him to the most Holy Eucharist. As
they serve in the sacred space of the Sanctuary, they do so with dignity and
simplicity, as transparent instruments of the Lord.
Music Ministry: Pam Haverland 598-1047
Working with our music director and organist,
Mrs. Helen Beddow, the Music Ministry provides spirit-filled music with a
goal of leading the congregation in praise and worship of the Lord during
the celebration of the liturgy.
The adult choir provides music at the Sunday 9:00 a.m. Mass, Christmas, Holy Week, and Easter liturgies. The children’s choir and middle school choir provide music for all school Masses and other liturgical services. A cantoring program is in place for all Masses. Emphasis is being placed on training choir members from the middle school choir and the children’s choir to become liturgical musicians for the future of our Church.
Hymn-singing is one of the oldest forms of prayer known in either Christianity or Judaism. If you enjoy singing, come and join us. As extra motivation, recall the words of St. Augustine, "Who Sings Prays Twice!”
Eucharistic Ministers: Lyn Wright 598-1096
Eucharistic Ministers have the very special
privilege of reverently distributing the Body and Blood of Christ to their
fellow parishioners at Mass. Ministers receive their schedules every other
month and are personally responsible to arrange for a replacement if unable
to assist at Mass. Parishioners interested in this ministry are asked to
discuss their interest with our pastor.
Lectors: Susan Dischner 598-7288
Lectors proclaim the Holy Word by reading the
Church’s selections from the Bible at weekday, Sunday and Holy Day Masses,
and other celebrations during the year. They serve God by communicating his
words to the parish community. Schedules are prepared on a three-month
cycle. Parishioners interested in this ministry are asked to discuss their
interest with our pastor.
Liturgical Environment /Altar
Linen Care: Toni Toney 598-7037
Volunteers of Altar Linen Care maintain and care
for the sacred linens used during liturgical services. Each person is
responsible for taking care of the linens one month of the year.
St. James Flower Guild: Bonnie MacAulay
484-6822
The mission of the St. James Flower Guild is to
honor and praise God through the art of flower/flowering plant arrangements
throughout the liturgical year, and especially during the High Holy Days.
Sacristan: Eleanor Farkas 691-4629
The Sacristan coordinates care of priestly
vestments, church appointments, candles, chalices, holy water, and maintains
supplies of wine and hosts for liturgical celebration.
Ushers: John Henry Murphy 925-6122
Ushers are responsible for all collections,
reserving pews, and assisting with the flow of the congregation during the
liturgy. They provide a welcoming presence to parishioners and visitors as
they enter church for Mass, and give information as needed.
Perpetual Adoration Chapel: Jeff Morris 897-7834
The Lumen Christi Adoration Chapel belongs to the Deanery of
Savannah. All Catholics and members of other faiths are invited to
participate in this important opportunity to deepen our community's prayer
life.
Would you be willing to spend just one hour in prayer with Jesus each
week? Please consider taking advantage of this privilege of watching and
praying with your Lord and Savior in this special way.
