The music ministry is always looking for musicians and singers! The Chancel Choir meets on Wednesday evenings in the St. Cecilia Room (Room 4) at 7pm for rehearsals and on Sunday at 10:15 AM (before the 11 AM Mass). There will be other ensembles or singing opportunities in the future for other Masses. If you are interested in singing in our choir, please complete the form below and click the submit button. Our Music director, Francesco Sclafani, will contact you. For additional information, please contact Francesco Sclafani at (727) 797-2375, Ext 237.
Altar servers assist the priest during the celebration of Mass and for other liturgical celebrations and devotions. Children and young adults from the age of 10 and up are encouraged to serve as Altar Servers. Because of their involvement with the liturgy, the ministry of altar server leads children to a greater appreciation of the Mass, and a deeper awareness of the importance of Christian service. Please contact Deacon Paul Koppie; [email protected], or the church office at (727) 797-2375 x215.
Adult altar servers are also needed. They help to serve the weekday and Saturday 8:00 morning Masses and other liturgical celebrations including funerals. To find out more about this ministry, please contact Tracy Marshall at (727) 432-0128.
Extraordinary Ministers are appointed ministers and empowered by the Pastor to distribute Holy Eucharist to assist the clergy in distribution of Holy Communion at Mass, and visit the homebound, aged, and sick so that they may receive the Eucharist and remain connected with the parish community. We are always in need of more men and women. Please contact Deacon Paul Koppie at the Parish Office; (727) 797-2375.
Lectors proclaim the Word of God, lead the Prayer of the Faithful and make announcements for the weekend Masses, Holy Days and special liturgical celebrations throughout the year. Adults and youth with excellent reading ability and a strong speaking voice are encouraged to inquire. Volunteers receive initial training, attend an annual workshop and are provided with ongoing guidance and support throughout the year. For further information or to volunteer for this very important ministry, please contact Nancy Faucette at (727) 249-3829.
Men, women and confirmed youth help prepare the altar, vestments and set-up the vessels for the weekday and Sunday Masses as well as special liturgies. Sacristans, if needed, may also serve as altar servers for weekday Masses, weddings, funerals or special occasions when youth servers are not available. To find out more about this ministry, please contact Tracy Marshall at (727) 432-0128.
The ministry of ushers is the oldest lay ministry in the Catholic Church. The ushers of today have descended from a long line of people of God who have gone before them. During the time of Christ, the doorkeepers of the temple numbered in the hundreds and were the forerunners of today’s ushers. Today, the usher’s primary duties and responsibilities include greeting and welcoming parishioners, maintaining order, controlling movement throughout the service, collecting and presenting the weekly offertory during Mass, and assisting and directing people should an emergency develop. They are the caretakers of the church and all its Parishioners, material items, and treasures.
If you are interested in serving in this capacity, please contact Anthony Carbone at (727) 786-5771.
This ministry is dedicated to greeting and welcoming parishioners to our Church. If you are a friendly person and wish to share your smile with others, join this ministry. Please contact Ed Bruckner to find out more about this program at (727) 542-0827.
The Church is decorated according to the liturgical season and for various events. If you have talent in decorating and would like to contribute time to preparing our church environment seasonally, please contact Denise McCracken by calling the church office at (727) 797-2375.