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There are various ways parishioners can become involved in the life of their parish community. Liturgical ministries are one example of ways individuals can dedicate their time and talents to the celebration of Masses and special service.​

MinistryDescription
Altar ServersServers assist the priest at Mass. Children who have received their first holy Communion are eligible to be servers. Adult servers are also needed
for daily Mass. Contact the Parish Office at 724-583-7866.
Arts & EnvironmentAssist the art and environment needs of the church throughout the year. The group offers ideas, talents, and the valuable hands-on assistance to help create the beauty of our w​​orship space. Contact the Parish Office at 724-583-7866. 
Choir and CantorsProvide musical support of full and active participation in the liturgy. Contact Eric Blanda (organist) after Mass in Masontown and Footedale. 
Communion Ministers
to the Homebound		These ministers take Communion to those who are in the hospital or are homebound and are unable to join us for Mass. Contact the Parish Office at 724-583-7866.
Extraordinary Ministers of
Holy Communion		These ministers assist in the distribution of Communion during Mass. Contact the Parish Office at 724-583-7866.
Funeral Altar ServersThe Funeral Altar Servers assist the priest in serving the Funeral Masses. Adults welcome! Contact the Parish Office at 724-583-7866.
Funeral ChoirThe Funeral Choir assists the grieving members of a funeral assembly by leading the sung prayers of the funeral liturgy. It is a ministry of service, love, and   support on behalf of the whole parish community. Contact Eric Blanda (organist) after Mass.
LectorsLectors proclaim sacred Scripture from the Lectionary for Mass during Sunday Mass and daily Mass. Contact the Parish Office at 724-583-7866.
SacristansSacristans help prepare for Mass and for funerals (sacred vessels, liturgical books, Paschal Candle, etc.).  Contact the Parish Office at 724-583-7866.
Users/GreetersWelcome and assist in seating congregants, providing assistance to the handicapped, taking up collections, coordinating gift bearers, and attending to the ill during Sunday Mass. Contact the Parish Office at 724-583-7866.