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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

Adult Altar ServerThe Adult Altar Server assists the presider during the Funeral Mass.

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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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Altar Server AlbsVolunteers launder and iron the altar server albs twice a year or as needed.

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Liturgy CommitteeThis committee is responsible for planning liturgies, ceremonies, and rituals for the liturgical seasons. The goal of the Liturgy Committee is to ensure that the changing needs of the parish are reflected in its liturgical life and to nourish the faith community through spirit-filled liturgies.

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Prayer Shawl MinistryIn this spiritual ministry, members combine a love of knitting and crocheting with the creation of prayer shawls for those in need of comfort. Prayer intentions are incorporated while knitting or crocheting the shawls. Completed shawls are blessed and passed on to the intended recipients. A new project will include making twiddle/fidget muffs for those suffering from Alzheimer’s/dementia. The Prayer Shawl Committee is also looking for sewing enthusiasts to sew lap covers with different textures decorated with interesting bits and bobbles, designed to provide stimulation and comfort for active hands of those with Alzheimer’s/dementia.

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Music Ministry

Adult Choir / MusicianAdults are invited to share their musical talents by playing their instrument (piano, flute, clarinet, violin, cello and trumpet) to accompany the choir at the 8:00am liturgy. Choir practices are held twice a month on Sunday mornings after the 8:00am liturgy. Additional rehearsals are scheduled during Advent and Lent.

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Adult Choir / VocalistAdults sing at the 8:00am liturgy. No prior vocal training is necessary. Choir practices are held twice a month on Sunday mornings after the 8:00am liturgy. Additional rehearsals are scheduled during Advent and Lent.

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Children's Choir / MusicianChildren (Grades 5 and 6) are invited to share their musical talents by playing their instrument (flute, clarinet, violin, cello and trumpet) to accompany the choir at the 5:00pm liturgy. Children must have a minimum of 2 to 3 years of music lessons on their instrument prior to joining the choir. Choir practices are held on Saturday evenings at 4:00pm liturgy twice a month. Additional rehearsals are scheduled during Advent and Lent.

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Children's Choir / VocalistChildren (Grade 2 / age 7 to Grade 6) sing at the 5:00pm liturgy. No prior vocal training is necessary. Choir practices are held on Saturday evenings at 4:00pm twice a month. Additional rehearsals are scheduled during Advent and Lent.

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Teen Choir / MusicianStudents in Grade 7 through college are invited to share their musical talents by playing an instrument (piano, guitar, flute, clarinet, trumpet and viola) to accompany the choir at the 10:30am liturgy. Choir practices are held on Sunday mornings after the 10:30am liturgy one or two times a month. Additional rehearsals are scheduled during Advent and Lent.

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Teen Choir / VocalistStudents in Grade 7 through college are invited to sing at the 10:30am liturgy. Choir practices are held on Sunday mornings following the 10:30am liturgy one or two times a month. Additional rehearsals are scheduled during Advent and Lent.

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Pastoral Outreach Ministries & Committees

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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Food PantryThe Food Pantry is an outreach to the needy of our neighboring community. The pantry serves approximately 30 families and 20 Byrne Manor residents monthly. Shopping for perishable/non-perishable items with funds from the Human Development Committee and is done at the convenience of volunteers. Food baskets are packed and distributed on a pre-scheduled Monday and Tuesday at 9am once a month. Donations left after the weekend liturgies are carried, sorted and shelved.

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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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Human Development CommitteeThe Human Development Committee implements programs that help alleviate the needs of fellow parishioners and members of the local community. Current programs include the Ash Wednesday Soup Supper; the Christmas Giving Tree; a school supply drive for the less privileged children in the Liverpool Central School District; selling Brady Bread in support of the Brady Faith Center; and other projects as requested by the community.

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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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Pastoral Outreach to the HomeboundEucharistic Ministers take the Body of Christ as well as compassion and cheer to those who are sick or unable to attend Mass. This is an especially important ministry which maintains the spiritual and community links with our church. Training is available. The schedule is rotating and is created by the ministry leader.

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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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Service Ministries

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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Cleaning Crew ChiefThe cleaning crew chief is responsible for the cleaning crew who clean the church complex on Saturday mornings. 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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Office Assistance (Days)Volunteers assist in the parish office answering phones, filing, placing inserts into the weekly bulletins, and other assigned tasks. Volunteers are contacted as needed according to their availability.

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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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Weekday WarriorsVolunteers help with daily/weekly in-house church projects that may include painting, gardening, carpentry, cleaning, set-up for church events or other tasks deemed necessary by the committee leader.

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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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Advisory Committees

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

Sharing Christ CommitteeMonthly one-hour meerings to share ideas with others who have the desire to share and spread the Good News and to develop ways to bring our community back to the Lord. Volunteers promote, through prayer and parish activities, the goals of Catholic evangelization: sharing Christ to bring about in all Catholics a strong enthusiasm for their faith; to invite all people to hear the message of salvation in Jesus Christ; and to foster Gospel values in our society.

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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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Other Ministries

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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Legion of MaryThe Legion of Mary is a devout group that recites the rosary in honor of the Blessed Mother each week.

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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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#YOUTH (Grades 9-12)Youth Ministry is a group for students in Grades 9 to 12 interested in social, service, and faith experiences with other parish youth.

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Faith Formation Ministries (Adult)

Adult Faith Formation CommitteeThe Adult Faith Formation Committee discerns the needs of adults in our parish and coordinates opportunities for adult faith formation.

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Baptismal Preparation & Support Team AdultMembers of the Baptismal Team offer a monthly preparation class for new parents and support and follow up with families of infants recently baptized to strengthen their active involvement in the life of the faith community.

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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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Men's Fellowship GroupThe Men’s Fellowship Group consists of men who meet to gather in Christ’s presence in an atmosphere of trust, equality, and anonymity to share personal feelings and experiences. Encouraged by the Holy Spirit, men come together to re-experience the spiritual awakening they received at their Baptism; deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ; and grow in their Catholic faith by participating in ongoing faith formation.

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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 Ministries (Children)

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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Faith Formation AssistantAssistants (confirmed and age 16 and older) assist the Director of Faith Formation with special projects or events; with students who have special needs; and with catechists or the Director of Faith Formation in other capacities. To become a Faith Formation Assistant, one must be a registered parishioner; be involved in a separate ministry at Pope John XXIII for one year prior to becoming an assistant; 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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Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA)

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 Adult Team MemberMembers of the RCIA team have the responsibility of helping RCIA candidates prepare for the sacraments of baptism, First Communion, and Confirmation.

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RCIA Catechist for Children/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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