Join a liturgical ministry team
Dr. Johan van Parys, Director of Liturgy and Sacred Art
Assist in the sanctuary during the liturgy
Altar servers have the unique privilege of serving God at the altar. Acolytes serve Mass once a month on a team and training is provided, with additional opportunities to serve on holy days of obligation; for the liturgy of the hours, baptisms, weddings, and funerals; and for Christmas and Easter liturgies.
Assist in the distribution of the Body and Blood of Christ.
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion distribute the Body and Blood of Christ to the assembly. Eucharistic Ministry is open to registered parish members who have been confirmed in the Catholic Church. Teams serve once a month and training is provided, with additional opportunities on holy days of obligation and major feasts.
Proclaim the Word of God during the liturgy.
Bring the Word of God to life by proclaiming the Scriptures during the liturgy. Lectors proclaim the Word of God during the liturgy. Ministry is open to all community members; selection is by audition and lectors for the week attend a mandatory rehearsal on Tuesdays, 6:00-7:00pm.
Welcome parishioners as an Usher & Greeter
Take care of the vessels, vestments, and liturgical furnishings.
We also have Liturgical Environment Days, when larger teams of volunteers help create beautiful liturgical environments for the holiest seasons of the year: Advent, Christmas, Lent, and Eastertide. Please click on our Environment Minister tab on this page.
Help decorate for the liturgical seasons.
Lead the congregation in song.
Lend your voice in leadership to the hymns, songs, and responses of the liturgy or to the proclamation of the responsorial Psalm. This group of liturgical musicians gathers every other Wednesday from 6:00-7:00pm to prepare for music ministry, auditions are required.
Questions? Please Contact:
Rámond Mitchell
Coordinator of Liturgical Celebrations
Rámond joined The Basilica staff in January 2023 as the Coordinator of Liturgical Celebrations. Originally from The…
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