St. Bernadette Parish

Altar Server:
Boys and Girls from grade 4 through high school are encouraged to participate in this ministry. All are schedule regularly for all Sunday liturgies and feasts upon personal choice. Training is provided twice a year.

Art & Environment Committee:
This group shares their time and talents to seasonally enhance the Church throughout the year. People with creativity, an appreciation for what is appropriate, and a desire to beautify the church are welcome to help create a worship environment which will assist others to experience Our Lord through symbol and beauty. The committee is led by Jill Lallensack

Cantors:
Leads the congregation in song.


	Choirs: Children's Choir This choir is made up of children in grades 2-6. Liturgies are scheduled monthly and rehearsals are Thursdays from 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm in the church. Resurrection (Funeral) Choir This choir ministers at funeral liturgies. Rehearsals and liturgies are as needed. Individuals with a flexible schedule are encouraged to join. Seraphim Choir This traditional choir leads the community in singing praise. Rehearsals are at 6:30 pm on Wednesdays.

	Eucharistic Minister: Communion from the cup is standard practice at all liturgical gatherings. Therefore, many parishioners are involved in this ministry of distributing the Sacred Bread and wine to members of the assembly. Training is provided and you are scheduled according to your request for the liturgy of choice. Those who have been confirmed are invited to become a part of this ministry.

	Eucharistic Minister to the Homebound: Extend our community spirit to homebound parishioners by respectfully bringing the Eucharist from the Mass and spending a short time in prayer and conversation with them.

	Funeral Server - Adult: To assist the presider at the altar during the liturgy. Need individuals with a flexible schedule.

	Greeters: This group is an extension of the ushers and is also concerned with hospitality. A warm smile and a friendly handshake welcomes all worshipers into our church. While this smiling act may seem incidental, it establishes an atmosphere of welcoming for the whole Liturgy. Families with children, seniors and anyone with a smile is encouraged into this ministry.

	Instrumentalists: Individuals with experience playing instruments are welcome to share their talents. This may include playing in a group or individually.

	Leader for Children's Liturgy of the Word: This group leads the Liturgy of the Word for Children during the 9:00 am and 10:45 am Sunday Liturgy. Training and materials are provided to lead the children and proclaim God's Word to them at a level that is easily understood by children.

	Lectors (Minister of the Word): Men and women are asked to come forward and be part of this ministry to proclaim God's Word at all weekend liturgies and feasts. Appropriate materials are provided for proper preparation and guidance to help the lector feel comfortable carrying out this important ministry. Those who have been confirmed are invited to become part of this ministry.

	Sacristan: An individual to oversee the cleanliness and organization of the sacristy.

	Ushers (Minister of Hospitality): Men and women, couples, seniors, and young adults are encouraged to be a part of this ministry. Most often it is the usher our guests first encounter when entering our church. Your friendly smile, warm greeting, and extension of hospitality are essential to the image of our parish. The ushers help to locate seats, take collections, usher people to communion, distribute bulletins, tidy up, and secure the church.

	Worship & Spiritual Life Committee: The committee meets regularly to plan and provide for the spiritual development of the parish through liturgical celebrations, significant prayer services, and spiritual growth programs. The committee is led by Lila Sevilla.