Servers assist the priest and deacons in carrying out the rituals of the liturgy. Individuals in Grade 3 through adults are welcome to Serve. To be a server means taking a very special role in the Church by being one of the leaders of our Liturgical prayer. Initial training is required.
Please contact the Parish Office for more information or to schedule training.
St. John the Baptist will hold Server training in the Fall of 2024 in the St. John the Baptist Church.
Servers can also refer to this video for more information.
Server Training Video
The Significance of Catholic Altar Servers Video
Using the principles of design & composition, the Art and Environment Committee’s main focus is to develop the physical appearance of the church to enhance the Worship experience. The objective is to direct the attention of the assembly to the ambo, the altar, and the presence of the Eucharist. The liturgical seasons of the church year are symbolized by changes in color and decorations, mainly through the use of fabric, plants and flowers.
This worship experience is for children from the age of four until the time of their First Communion.
The children are sent forth from the nave to the Chapel or Church Undercroft where they worship together, hearing the Word proclaimed from the Lectionary for Masses with Children and a reflection given by a lay presider, and sharing in song and prayer with one another, in a child friendly atmosphere.
Ministers are needed to preside, lead singing, and proclaim the Word.
The Eucharist is the “sacrament of sacraments," All of the other Sacraments point toward this great Sacrament of unity. The celebration of the Eucharist (Mass) is the “source and summit” of the Christian life.
In celebrating the Eucharist, the Church offers the sacrifice of Jesus Christ to the Father in a sacred Meal. The community of Christ, gathered by the Holy Spirit, proclaims the Word of God, gives thanks to God the Father, shares in Jesus’ own Body and Blood through Holy Communion, and is sent forth to build up the kingdom of God.
Eucharistic Ministers assist the Priest with the reverent distribution of Holy Communion during weekday and weekend Masses and at other special Liturgies. This ministry is open to men and women who are in the eighth grade or older who have been Confirmed.
Involves a one-hour training session.
Greeter Ministers offer a welcoming smile and handshake to all as they enter Church, answer any questions from newcomers, make sure that all feel welcome. They may work with the Ushers to identify gift bearers for the Presentation of the Gifts during Mass.
Ushers are responsible for greeting and seating parishioners, overseeing the collection basket during the Offertory, and distributing bulletins at the end of Mass. Ushers provide hospitality, safety, and structure to the parish liturgical celebrations. Men and women are invited to assist in this ministry.
The Word of God is proclaimed at all Masses. Lay Lectors are responsible for prayerful preparation and faith-filled proclamation of the first two readings at weekend Masses, and the first reading at weekday Masses. Lectors are needed at other special Liturgies as well.
A formation program is offered periodically to prepare parishioners for this ministry.
The Blessed Trinity Parishes have a long tradition of praising God in Worship, as the Assembly collectively lifts its voice in resounding song. Our singers and instrumentalists come from a wide variety of musical backgrounds, but all play a very important role in leading and inspiring the Assembly. Members of the Liturgical Music program believe that quality music enhances the experience of our community prayer. Faith, enthusiasm and commitment are just as important to the success of the music program as individual musical talent.
Rehearsals are held weekly:
Mondays at 7pm for St. John Neumann (in SJN Church)
Wednesdays at 7pm for Corpus Christi (in CC Church)
Thursdays at 7pm for St. John the Baptist (in SJB Church)
This important role assumes responsibility for making necessary liturgical preparations before weekday and weekend Masses, and assuring that there are sufficient Liturgical Ministers for Mass.