Liturgical Ministries

Altar Servers

Altar servers assist priests and deacons by preparing the altar and sacred vessels used during Mass. They may also carry the cross and/or candles used at the beginning/end of Mass. Altar servers are youth (3rd grade or above who have received first communion) through adult age. Training is provided.

Altar Society

Members of the Parish Altar Society serve our Lord through caring for the sacred vessels, linens, candles, etc. that are used for Mass and other Liturgical services. They also assist in the care an dmaintenance of clergy vestments and altar server garments.

Lectors

Lectors are confirmed catholics who have a basic love and understanding of the Scriptures. They have the ability to read well and proclaim the Word to the gathered assembly. Practice sessions are part of the ministry. Training is provided.

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are confirmed Catholics who assist the Clergy in the distribution of Holy Communion during Mass.

Children’s Liturgy of the Word

Children’s Liturgy of the Word celebrates the Word of God, as children hear and relate to weekend age-appropriate readings in language suitable for them. The Cathedral encourages participation of children ages 5 to 13. The Sunday Gospel is read and discussion or an activity is conducted by an assigned presenter. The goal is to create readings relative and memorable to the children and to enhance their worship experience. The children return to the Cathedral during the preparation of the gifts as together, we celebrate Holy Communion.

Art & Environment

On a visual level, art and environment play an important role in expressing the meaningfulness of liturgy. By enhancing the Cathedral with color, light, living environment, and other elements, we enrich and enliven the worship experience. Aside from creating and maintaining a constant environment for all masses throughout the year, our larger undertakings include:  Advent, Christmas and Easter Masses and special feasts such as St. Nicholas, San Lorenzo Ruiz, and particularly our Diocese’ patroness, Our Lady Queen of the World.

Hospitality After Mass

Ministers of hospitality encourage welcoming engagement with parishioners after the mass and provide refreshments.

Greeter/Usher

Greeters and Ushers serve an important role in creating a sense of community by welcoming and ushering members of the community during liturgies.

Music Ministry

For generations, the Church has used song to cry out in praise and lament before God. Music and liturgy are inseparable. The primary role of choir ministers is to inspire the sung prayer of the assembly. Our liturgical music ensembles draw on a rich diversity of the Church’s tradition to do this. Please visit our Music section for more information.