Liturgy

The communal celebration of the liturgy is the beacon of light and life of a parish.

It is in the liturgy that we express who we are as Christians. It is in the liturgy that we continue to be formed in the ways of our Christian life. It is a celebration for the entire community - from priest to parishioner, from musician to minister of hospitality. We are all called to worship the Lord!

Altar Server

Our parish youth assist the priest at liturgy. Training for altar servers begins in the fall of 4th Grade and continues through the summer months.

Contact Emily Koenig,  Faith Formation for more information

Children’s Liturgy of the Word

We delight in sharing our love for God with the children of our parish. Children’s Liturgy of the Word includes Sunday Scripture, group reflection, creed, and intercessions in a setting and style geared toward children, ages 4–8. Children are dismissed from Sunday liturgy before the readings and return to their families before the Eucharist begins. 

Volunteer for Children's Liturgy of the Word Program.

Environment /Church Decoration

To enhance our celebration, we look to provide seasonal environments and decorations. With the help of volunteers, they prepare and coordinate church decorating. This involves the total worship space, from entrance to altar.

Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion

The privilege of sharing the Body and Blood of Christ with the assembly at liturgies is a special calling for our parishioners.

Gift Bearer

Carry up gifts at Sunday Liturgy – bread and wine and food for the poor. They join the ushers after the collection to carry gifts up to the altar.

Greeter/Usher

Greeters welcome people who arrive through the parking lot entrance. Ushers welcome those who enter on the main level, take the collection, distribute bulletins, and re-order the church after each liturgy

Lector

Proclaim the word of God when we assemble for prayer. Lectors are scheduled on a rotating basis, and receive training and a workbook to assist in preparation.

Sacristan

Help prepare and clean up after each liturgy in the church. The sacristan arrives 20 minutes before the liturgy to turn on lights, make things ready, and help servers and other liturgical ministers. They also help afterward to prepare for the next liturgy or to put things away.

Contact Nick Chalmers, Director of Music & Liturgy to learn more about Annunciation's Ministries.