Ministries

"There are different kinds of spiritual gifts but the same Spirit; there are different forms of service but the same Lord; there are different workings but the same God who produces all of them in everyone."

1 Corinthians 12:4-6

Altar Servers
This ministry provides members of the parish with a true opportunity to function as lay ministers by reverently assisting the celebrant and/or deacon during Sunday Mass and at special liturgies throughout the year.

Music Ministry
The Ministry of Music provides music during weekend Masses, holy days, weddings, funerals and Reconciliation services. Parishioners are invited to share their musical talents with the rest of the congregation through this ministry.

Extraordinary Ministers of the Holy Communion
These lay people are sometimes referred to as Eucharistic Ministers.
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion serve by bringing communion to parishioners who reside in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or in their own homes and unable to get to church. They also may assist the priest in distributing the Eucharist at Mass.

Lectors
Lectors proclaim the Word of God clearly and understandably so that all who hear may respond.

Religious Education (Faith Formation)
The Religious Education Ministry is responsible for providing direction, consultation and support to the parishioners of Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in faith formation for people of all ages, and ministry formation for people in related pastoral and catechetical positions.

THE GOALS OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ARE TO:

• Provide catechesis to children, students, adults and families wishing to learn more about our faith as a life long process through the programs of Religious Education, Youth Ministry, RCIA for Children, RCIA and Adult Formation.
• Provide enrichment services and programs for our parish community.
• Promote catholic school instruction.

Sacristans
Sacristans assist, facilitate, and provide support and coordination for other liturgical ministries. In addition, they make the necessary preparations for liturgical activities.

Ushers
These ministers are sometimes referred to as Greeters. Being a welcoming community is very important to us. Ushers are the first face of the parish. They greet those coming into our church, offer assistance to those in need, distribute parish bulletins, take up the collection, and distribute other materials as needed.

Vocations (Click here for the Diocese of Corpus Christi Office of Vocations)