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Parish Ministries

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Extra-ordinary Minister of the Eucharist
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The role of the Extraordinary Minister is to assist the Priest with the distribution of Communion during the Mass and take Communion to the sick and housebound who cannot attend Church.
Lay people, with appropriate training may be extra to the Ordinary Minister of the Eucharist.
If you feel you may be in a position to help with this Ministry please contact the Parish office.

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​Reader Ministry
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The Reader has a vital contribution to make to the Liturgy of the Word.  Catholics believe that Christ is present in his word, since it is he himself who speaks when the holy scriptures are read in church.

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Ministry of Singing in the Church Choir
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The Choir sings at the 9.30am Family Mass on a Sunday morning.  New members are always welcome please contact the Parish office if you would like to join the Choir.
​The 11:00 am Mass on Sundays is usually sung with organ accompaniment, and is celebrated as 'High Mass' on feast days.
The congregation is encouraged to sing the peoples' parts of the Mass and to join in singing the hymns. The Mass setting followed is the Missa Cantata; hymns are chosen to be appropriate for the liturgical season, for their melodic qualities and wherever possible for their familiarity. 

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​Cleaning Ministry
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​The cleaning of the Church is an important Ministry in the running of the Church.  We rely on volunteers who form an essential team.  If you feel you can offer any help once every 5 weeks for a couple of hours, please contact the Parish office. 

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​Ushers/Welcomers
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They are the face of the Church and are trusted parishioners who express a genuine love for people, the parish, have excellent people skills, responsible and dependable.
There are aware that most people who come to Mass, they might be their first Face to Face contact and conversation in the church. Always ready to answer your questions, find you a seat, and make you feel at home. Children are often at the forefront in this ministry and enjoy serving with their parents. Always with a smile.

Registered Charity Number : 1173050

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