Worship Commission
The mission of the Worship Commission is to maintain the quality of our liturgical celebrations. This includes spiritual development, prayer experiences, as well as staffing and training those who assist. The Worship Commission is responsible for proposing, planning, and executing, in cooperation with the Pastor and Parochial Vicar, all liturgies, including those that address special needs of the parish.
Liturgical Ministries
Altar Servers
Assisting at the altar of the Lord is a privilege open for boys and girls in third grade (after they have received First Communion in the second grade) through high school. Training is required and preferred scheduling is available. Contact Fr Paul Lambert frpaul@stanngulfbreeze.org
Eucharistic Ministers
Candidates wishing to participate in this most holy ministry of sharing the Body and blood of Christ with their fellow worshipers are approved in advance and trained before commissioning and scheduling. Training is required, preferred scheduling available. Contact Carol Ann Mills dhmvmi@aol.com.
Lectors
Lectors are Ministers who proclaim the Word of God during Mass, lead the prayers of the faithful, and make the parish announcements. Training is required and preferred scheduling is available. Contact Rod Hebert rodhebert@bellsouth.net.
Sacristans
Care for the altar, vestments, and other items necessary for the celebration of the Mass is this sacred ministry. Just a few hours a week or a month are necessary for this service. Contact Rose Jenkins rosejenkins@mchsi.com.
Sound Engineers
This ministry ensures the proper technical support during liturgies and other events held in the sanctuary. This includes sound, audio-visual and other technology necessary. Contact David Taveirne david@stanngulfbreeze.org.
Ushers and Greeters
These friendly faces welcome everyone on behalf of the parish community and offer hospitality to all coming to church. They answer questions, provide assistance with the offertory, and provide general security during the Mass and whenever people are on the campus. Contact Jim Cibula jcatcpc@aol.com (Ushers), Amy Kemp amy@stanngulfbreeze.org (Greeters).
Music Ministries
Musical training is not necessary for choir participation, but a heart for the Lord and a willingness to learn and attend a weekly practice are necessary to blend the voices for the Lord’s worship.
Adult Choirs and Contemporary Ensemble
The music ministry encompasses all weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil (5:00 pm); 8:15 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on Sunday. They are also needed at special sacramental liturgies and other special events and celebrations.
The contact person for the 5pm evening mass is Doug Koontz DKoontz@geico.com
The contact person for the 8:15 mass and children’s choir is Erin Wright erbear99@yahoo.com
The contact person for the 11am mass is Steve Johansen thejohansens@bellsouth.net
Cantors/Directors
This ministry consists of adults interested in leading the congregation in worship and/or leading the choir. Backup for the Director of Music and Liturgy is necessary, as is the opportunity for more musicians and interested folks to participate. No formal training is necessary and training will be provided.
Children’s Choir
Children from age 4 years to 12 years participate in learning the music for the Mass and other special events throughout the year. A weekly practice is necessary and attendance at the special liturgies and other events is encouraged to further develop these skills in the children.