Liturgy
Jeff Simpson, Coordinator
Altar Servers:
Jeff Simpson, Chairperson
Mission: This ministry calls our young parishioners to serve in a special way during the celebration of the Mass.
Activities: Students in the fifth grade and beyond can become regularly scheduled servers if they demonstrate responsibility.
Eucharist Ministers:
Jeff Simpson, Chairperson
Mission: “Extraordinary Ministers” are entrusted to perform a special function for members of the parish family by assisting the priest in the distribution of Holy Communion, either at Mass or at any other time.
Lectors:
Jeff Simpson, Chairperson
Mission: To proclaim the Word of God in the Mass liturgy.
Activities: Lectors should have a strong public speaking voice, a commitment to continued improvement of speaking skills and a dedication to practice and preparation during the week prior to proclaiming the Word of God. Mandatory training during Lenten season is required for new lectors. Lector schedules take individuals’ preferences into account whenever possible.
Mass Greeters:
Angie Simpson, Chairperson
Mission: To extend a warm welcome to parishioners and guests to the celebration of Mass at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church.
Activities: Mass greeters are present at the entrances of the church before weekend Masses to greet and welcome everyone to the celebration of the Mass.
Music:
Nicole Casteel, Chairperson
Mission: The music ministry is designed to assist and lead the congregation in the celebration of the Liturgy. This requires the time and talent of many people including organist, instrumentalists and singers. The St. John music ministry includes a choir. New members are always welcome. For more information, please call the Music chairperson.
Offertory Gifts:
Jeff Simpson, Chairperson
Mission: To arrange for parish families to carry up Offertory Gifts during the weekend Masses.
Activities: All families of St. John the Evangelist Parish are invited to participate in the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass by volunteering to take up Offertory Gifts. You can volunteer by filling out the Time and Talent form each year or by calling the Coordinator.
Ushers:
Jeff Simpson, Chairperson
Mission: To guide and assist the parishioners to their seats, be alert to their safety, help them to be more comfortable in church and direct them to the reception of Holy Communion.