Ministry is the work of the entire parish, and it is a part of belonging to a parish. We minister to each other-those in our community and those beyond our community. As we gratefully use the time and talents that God has given to us, we demonstrate our faith in action.

Liturgical Ministries
Contact the Director of Liturgy and Music

• Liturgical Art and Environment Assist in seasonal decorating of the church.
• Sacristan Clean vessels, vestments, altar linens, candles ...
• Altar Servers (Girls and Boys, Grades 5-12) Serve at the altar for Sunday liturgies, Holy Days, Funerals, Weddings and other occasions.
• Lector Proclaim the Word of God at Sunday liturgies and Holy Days or other special liturgies.
• Usher/Greeter Greet those gathering for liturgy, assist in seating, offertory, bulletin distribution.
• Eucharistic Minister Assist in the distribution of Communion at Eucharistic liturgies.
• Choir Sing in the 4:00 pm, 9:00 am, or New Traditions Choirs
• Organist/Pianist Play for Sunday and Holy Day liturgies, weddings, funerals and services.
• Cantor Lead assembly in singing and participation in the liturgy. Training as needed.
• Instrumentalists Play handbells, trumpet, flute, recorder, oboe, or other instruments for liturgies.

Family Ministries
Contact the Pastoral Assistant

• Transportation Provide vehicle and transportation to church for our disabled parishioners.
• Sick and Homebound Visitation Visit our elderly, sick or homebound parishioners at homes or health care centers.
• Nursing Home Visitation Assist Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday mornings by bringing residents to and from chapel, passing out books, rosaries, etc.
• Eucharistic Minister for Nursing Homes and homebound. Bring Communion to residents on Saturday when no liturgy is scheduled, normally once every six weeks or to homebound weekly.
• Parish Nurse Program Volunteer Be a volunteer to assist in the program. You need not be a nurse to be a volunteer. Men are welcome and needed.
• Funeral Luncheons Participate in this ministry to the bereaved of our parish.
• Ministry of Hospitality for Funerals Participate in welcoming family and guests, serve as greeter, sacristan, usher, parking lot attendant.

Educational Ministries
Contact the Sunday Pre-School Coordinator

• Sunday School/Preschool
• Teacher Catechist Teach 3, 4, 5 year olds during 9:00 am liturgy for approximately 13 Sundays during school year (curriculum provided).
• Teacher's Aide Assist Sunday School Teacher with class at 9:00 am liturgy for approximately 13 Sundays during school year.
• Assistant Coordinator Assist head coordinator in organizing program, teachers and activities. Must be available one Sunday morning per month during school year.

Faith Formation Program Grades 1-10 (Wednesday Evenings)
Contact the Coordinator of Secondary Faith Formation

• Teacher Catechist Teach a 75 minute class weekly for grades 1-10. Commitment for 30, or 15 weeks.
• Substitute Teach/Catechist Available on short notice when catechist cannot meet with class.
• Childcare for Teachers/Catechists Weekly or bi-weekly volunteer to provide child care for children of catechists.
• Classroom Aide Assist classroom catechists or coordinators.
• Prayer Listener Listen to and help child learn prayers once a month
• Office Aide Assist with phone answering, photocopying, and misc. office duties.
• Rite of Christian Initiation of Children Teach students in grades 3-8 who will be receiving First Reconciliation and First Eucharist.
• Music Share musical talents with grades 1-6; vocals, instrumental, ... 1-2 times a month during the school year. Flexible schedule.
• Storyteller Share storytelling talents with any grades 1-6.

Adult Faith Formation
Contact the Parish Office

• Scripture Study Meet regularly to pray and study Sacred Scriptures.
• Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Be a member of the support team, sponsor a candidate, or be a participant.

St. Pius X Grade School
Contact the Parish Office

• Classroom Aide Assist classroom teacher
• Computer Lab Aide Assist computer teacher
• Library Aide Assist school librarian

Social Outreach Ministries
Contact the Parish Office

• Community Food Response Pick up or distribute food, 1st Wednesday of the month 2 hour commitment
• Channel One Help stock shelves, package food for home deliveries to elderly or disabled.
• Refugee Resettlement Participate in this outreach of Catholic Charities to help welcome or sponsor refugee families to our community by providing assistance with housing, living necessities and services.
• Youth Ministries Contact Parish Office
• Youth Group Participate as a youth member or adult member in group projects and events as planner, or chaperon.

Parish Life Activities
Contact the Parish Office

• Sunday Doughnut Crew Volunteer to help bake and serve doughnuts for our community.
• Volunteer Office Support Volunteer to be on a call list to help with bulk mailings and other parish office responsibilities as necessary, including answering the phone and door.
• Fundraiser Volunteer With the Finance Council, develop ways to raise funds for the parish.
• SCRIP Seller Sell SCRIP after Mass to parishioners.

Councils & Commissions
Contact the Parish Office

• Faith Formation Commissions Serve as a member of our advisory committee to the Faith Formation coordinators and religious education program preschool through senior high school.
• Facilities Commission Advise pastor and parish council on matters related to building, maintenance and grounds and to assist with long-range planning.
• Communication Commission Assist with parish newsletter and website.
• Outreach Commission Participate in commission, which seeks to foster justice through prayer, study, dialogue, personal awareness and communication. Promote outreach ministry as an integral part of parish life and a responsibility of parishioners, serve as a resource for social justice issues, and develop opportunities for parishioners to do works of mercy.
• Parish Life Commission Promote group service activities and social gatherings to bring to parishioners together. Assist with a dinner and welcoming new parishioners.
• Worship Commission Help plan ministry training, ministry scheduling and liturgical seasons.
• Finance Council Attend council meetings; help make budget recommendations.