Ministries
We encourage all our parishioners to get involved in one of our many ministries
List of Services
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AdorationList Item 1
Join us each Monday evening from 5:00 - 6:00 PM at St. Augustine for Eucharistic Adoration. Stop in for the entire hour or any part of.
We also meet for Adoration on First Fridays for guided Adoration at St. Augustine Church from 5:00 - 6:00 PM.
Come spend some time with our Lord!
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Book ClubList Item 3
All are welcome!
We have a women's book gathering that meets once a month at St. Monica Church.
Father Turner also holds a book club monthly throughout the summer and then seasonally meeting during Advent and Lent.
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Music Ministry
Join together in song, under the talented direction of our music ministry director Dominic Uleano and professional choral conductor and vocal coach Dr. Muriel Maharidge. Contact the office for more information on joining our adult or youth choirs. (ages 7 and up are welcome!)
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Rosary
Unite as a community every Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. to pray the Rosary in the Church at St. Monica. All are welcome.
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Eucharistic Minister
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion who serve the Body and Blood of Christ to the sick and homebound.
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CatechistsList Item 4
Catechists are needed each year for our Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program from September to the first week of May. Those interested in the the training for this program are encouraged to contact the parish office. Assistant catechists and substitute teachers are always needed as well. Be a part of of the faith formation of our parish youth.
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Ushers/Greeter
Volunteers who assist people to their seat, welcome parishioners and guests and take up the collection.
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Pro-Life Rosary
Unite as a community praying the Rosary for the sanctity of all life from conception until natural death. Meditative hymns are sung, along with the recitation of the Rosary. No experience required. Mentors provided. Contact the coordinators.
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Alpha TeamList Item 2
Be part of the Alpha Team as a facilitator, table helper, caterer or set up/server. Many hands are needed for our sessions.
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Finance Council
Advises the Pastor on financial matters of the parish and school. Responsible for monitoring all income and expenses, and approving the annual budgets.
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Altar Servers
Children who have received, or are preparing to receive their First Communion, who assist the priest at the liturgy. Call the office for training information. training information.
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Offertory Counters
A group that counts the funds collected at Mass each week. Each group volunteers about once a month.
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Parish Council
St. Ambrose Parish Council is involved in most activities and programs affecting the liturgical and spiritual life of the Parish.
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Stations of the Cross
Held Friday eveings during Lent. Check the calendar for the schedule.
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Parish Pastoral Council
The PPC is involved in most activities and programs effecting the liturgical and spiritual life of St. Anyone Parish.
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Knights of Columbus
Our parish Knights are a group of men who work together for the good of the parish and the community at large.
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Baptism Preparation Couples
Young couples with children who assist in preparing parents for the formation of their child’s faith.
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Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion serve the Body of Christ at Mass and to the sick and homebound.
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Events Committee
A group that meets on a monthly basis and plan and carry out parish community building events and activities throughout the year. New members welcome!
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Greeters
Parish volunteers who warmly welcome parishioners as they enter the Church for Mass.
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Lectors/Readers
Readers who proclaims the Scriptures at Mass.
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Ladies Guild
A group of women who serve the church and enhance the parish community and host our yearly Christmas craft bazzar.
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Faith Sharing Group
Open to all men and women to gather together for prayer and faith sharing. They gather to read and discuss the weekend's readings.
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RCIA
Rite of Christian Initiation – Prepares adult candidates for Catholic sacraments.
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Samaritan Stitchers
Do you knit or crochet? This group meets bi-monthly to make prayer shawls and lap blankets for the sick and homebound and baby blankets and clothing for St. Gianna Pregnancy Resource Center.
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Food Pantry Team
The Food Pantry Team meets monthly to pack bags of food for recipients in need in our community. Special gifts are prepared for the children on Christmas and Easter.
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Bible Study
All are wlcome to join at anytime as we journey through the bible together.
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Prayer Chain
Parishioners who provide prayers for the intentions of those in need of any special prayer.
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Youth Group
Open to high school parishioners to expand their circle of friends, learn more about their faith, go on frun trips, retreats and participate in service and fellowship activites. Also open to young adults who wish to support this special service to our teens.