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Altar ServerAltar servers assist the presider during all weekend liturgies, holy days and special liturgies. Students must be in Grade 3 / age 8 and older and have made their First Communion. Three altar servers participate in each liturgy. The schedule is rotating and is created by the parish office.

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Eucharistic MinisterEucharist Ministers are entrusted with the responsibility of helping distribute the Eucharist at liturgy as well as washing the Sacred Vessels after liturgy. Nine ministers are needed for each liturgy. The schedule is rotating and is created by the parish office.

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GreeterGreeters warmly welcome people as they arrive at church and distribute church bulletins. Three greeters participate at each liturgy. The schedule is rotating and is created by the parish office.

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Lector / CommentatorLectors (Grade 4 and older) proclaim the Word of God by reading Scriptures at the weekend liturgies and at other times as needed. Two lectors participate at each liturgy. Commentators welcome the congregation at the beginning of each liturgy; make special announcements; lead the Prayer of the Faithful; and announce the songs that will be sung. One commentator participates at each liturgy. The schedule is rotating and is created by the parish office.

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Lector OnlyLectors (Grade 4 and older) proclaim the Word of God by reading Scriptures at the weekend liturgies and at other times as needed. Two lectors participate at each liturgy. The schedule is rotating and is created by the parish office.

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UsherUshers assist at a weekend liturgy of their choice. They collect the offertory, invite people to bring up gifts, and handle any emergency situations as needed. The schedule is rotating and is created by the parish office.

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Additional Liturgical Ministries

Altar LinensVolunteers wash and press linens used for the liturgy. The schedule is rotating and is created by the parish office.

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Liturgy & Spiritual Formation CommitteeThis committee is responsible for discerning the spiritual needs of parishioners and planning liturgical and formation opportunities for the parish community. Opportunities will be coordinated based upon themes related to the liturgical seasons.

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Adult Choir / InstrumentalistAdults (age 19 or older) share their musical talents by playing an instrument (guitar, bass, flute, violin, cello, clarinet, trumpet) along with the choir at the 5:30pm Mass. Choir practice has yet to be scheduled. Additional rehearsals are scheduled during Advent and Lent.

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Youth Choir / InstrumentalistStudents (Grade 5 through college) share their musical talents by playing an instrument (guitar, bass, flute, violin, cello, clarinet, trumpet) along with the choir at the 10:30am Mass. Students should have a minimum of 2 to 3 years of music lessons prior to joining the choir. Practice is Sunday mornings at 9:30a twice a month. Additional rehearsals are scheduled during Advent and Lent. Young adults over the age of 18 are required to attend Safe Environment training and retraining as needed.

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Bereavement CommitteeThis ministry extends prayerful support and comfort to individuals and families experiencing grief due to the death of a loved one by making bereavement baskets for the family.

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Funeral Luncheon CommitteeThe Funeral Luncheon Committee assists the grieving family with the arrangements for a luncheon in the Parish Center after the Funeral Mass. The committee members provide the meal, set tables, serve the guests, and clean up after guests have left.

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Oxford Inn Sandwich ProgramTeams of volunteers help make sandwiches for Oxford Inn on the first Saturday of each month after 5:00pm liturgy. Volunteers also prepare meals on the fifth Wednesday of the month. The schedule is rotating and is created by the parish office.

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Prayer CircleThis ministry consists of many devoted people who pray for those in need. When prayer requests are received, they are sent to the prayer ministry group via email or telephone. A minimum of 15 minutes of prayer per day for a person or intention that has been brought to the church's attention is asked.

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Share-A-Meal ProgramVolunteers cook for and/or deliver a meal (homemade or store-bought) to parishioners at a time of sickness, crisis, or because of other needs. Volunteers pick the day that is convenient for him/herself to cook and/or deliver the meal.

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Cleaning CrewVolunteers clean the church complex on Saturday mornings. Time commitments include 2 hours per month. The schedule is rotating and is created by the parish office.

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Kitchen PatrolThe Kitchen Patrol meets one to two times per year (Saturday mornings from 9am until noon) to clean and organize the parish kitchen.

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Parish GardenThe Parish Garden is on church property to provide fresh produce to the Food Pantry during the growing season. Volunteers spend the spring and summer with planting, watering, weeding, and harvesting the garden. Gardening experience is not necessary.

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Weekend WarriorsVolunteers help out around the church property for in-house projects that may include plumbing, electrical, painting, gardening, general construction, carpentry, masonry or general cleaning of the Church and grounds. Events and task lists are scheduled by the Building and Grounds Committee as needed.

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Building and Grounds CommitteeThis group of men and women, whom have knowledge in building trades, real estate, and maintenance advises our pastor on the maintenance, upkeep, and renewal of the parish buildings and grounds as needed. The committee also coordinates the Weekend Warriors.

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Community Building Committees

Social CommitteeThe Social Committee promotes parish community spirit by organizing social activities, such as monthly Coffee and Donuts after Sunday Mass, a Chili Cook-Off, ice cream socials, and lasagna, pot luck, and steak dinners. The committee members plan and execute event hospitality (decorations, food and beverages) as well as assist in the set-up and clean-up.

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Forever Young, Too!All parishioners, 55 and older, are invited to join a social group that foster relationships within the senior community of Pope John XXIII Church. This is accomplished through regularly scheduled activities.

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Liverpool Knights of ColumbusThe Knights of Columbus is a fraternal order of Catholic men committed to charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism. It is marked by fidelity to the Catholic Church, to their community, to their country, and to their fellow man.

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Faith Formation Ministries (Adult)

Faith Sharing Group FacilitatorFacilitators lead a six-week faith sharing group for parishioners who are interested in reading and understanding the Bible beyond what is heard during liturgies.

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Women's Fellowship GroupThe Women’s Fellowship Group consist of women who meet for prayer, scripture sharing, and discussions on how to live out our Catholic faith in their daily lives, through spiritual support and sharing.

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Faith Formation CatechistCatechists (confirmed and age 21 and older) review and teach the provided lesson plan and activities developed by their grade coordinator.bTo become a Faith Formation Catechist, one must be a registered parishioner; be involved in a separate ministry at Pope John XXIII for one year prior to becoming a catechist; complete a catechist application specifying previous experiences with children along with references as well as to interview with the Director of Faith Formation; and attend safe environment training and retraining as needed. Prior teaching experience is not required.

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Pre-K & Kindergarten: Sundays 9:15am to 10:15am (every other week)Grade 1: Sundays 9:15am to 10:15am (weekly)Grade 2 First Communion: Wednesdays 6:15pm to 7:30pm (weekly)Grades 3 & 4: Thursdays 6:15pm to 7:45pm (weekly)Grades 5 & 6: Thursdays 6:15pm to 7:45pm (weekly)Grades 7 & 8: Thursdays 6:15pm to 7:45pm (weekly)Grades 9 & 10 Confirmation: Sundays 6:00pm to 8:00pm (monthly)RCIA for Children: Sundays 9:15am to 10:15am (weekly)RCIA for Adults: Sundays 9:15am to 10:15am (weekly)

RCIA Adult SponsorThe Adult Sponsor is a confirmed Catholic who is a person willing to be a friend, witness, companion and guide for a man or woman through the various stages of the RCIA program. Sponsors do not teach, but rather accompany the person seeking initiation on their faith journey. An adult sponsor must be confirmed and age 16 and older; needs to interview with the Director of Faith Formation and attend safe environment training and retraining as needed.

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RCIA Catechist for Children/Teens/AdultsCatechists (confirmed and age 21 and older) review and teach children (age 7 -17) and/or adults (agge 18 and older) with the provided lesson plan and activities provided by the Director of Faith Formation. Requirements to become a RCIA catechist: One must be a registered parishioner; be involved in a separate ministry at Pope John XXIII for one year prior to becoming a catechist; complete a catechist application specifying previous experiences with children along with references as well as to interview with the Director of Faith Formation; and attend safe environment training and retraining as needed. Prior teaching experience is not required

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