"servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God"

[1 Cor 4:1]

Holy Orders is a sacrament of service by which some are called by God, through the Church, to be spiritual leaders.

We are blessed with the leadership and service of our Priest and one permanent Deacon.

Vatican II re-instituted the ancient practice of calling forth from the community men of Christian commitment and service to study for the Permanent Diaconate.

Permanent Deacons

• baptize, officiate at weddings, give the Nuptial Blessing, lead prayer services, and officiate at Benediction.
• assist the priest at Mass, but are not ordained to consecrate the Eucharist. They may, however, preach at Eucharist and Prayer Services.
• are not ordained to hear confessions or anoint the sick, although they do visit and bring Eucharist to shut-ins in their homes or in hospitals.
• are mostly married men, with families, working at a variety of professions.
• promise a life of service to the People of God.

Our Parish support staff, working along with our priest and deacon, is made up of:

• a Pastoral Associate who trains volunteers for the Liturgical Ministries of our Parish in connection with CLOW (Children Liturgy of the Word).
• a lay Coordinator of Religious Education who oversees our education programming from pre-school to junior high age.
• a lay Youth Minister responsible for our youth programming.

Is God Calling You?
If so, please contact your local pastor.