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Altar ServersThe Altar Server Ministry is open to male and female members of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish in 6th grade and beyond. The altar server ministry is available to students of any school including the parish school, public school and home school. Servers participate at Masses on the weekend and Holy Days and weekdays. Training sessions are provided to teach our young people how to serve at Mass and other liturgical celebrations. They may also volunteer to serve at wedding ceremonies and funerals throughout the year. Questions about scheduling or training should be directed to the Associate Pastor.
| Contact | Father Matthew Marney
721-1686 |
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Lector/Commentator MinistryAs a public reader of scripture, the minister proclaims the Word of God as His message is being delivered to the congregation. The Ministry of the Lector at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish is limited to approximately 50 members. This allows each lector to have the opportunity to participate in the celebration of the Mass at least once a month, as well as Holy Days and other special services. The ministers rotate in the roles of lector and commentator and Mass times. Orientation and training for all lectors/commentators is held once a year.
| Contact | Jill Steiner
729-6437 |
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Music MinistrySt. Elizabeth Ann Seton Music Ministry serves all aspects of parish life. Liturgical musicians are called to minister to the "people gathered" by inspiring them, through music, to celebrate Christ’s life, death, and resurrection. The Music Ministry is open to parishioners who are willing to share their talent in vocal and/or instrumental music, and at the same time exhibit a willingness to work with others, learning and growing in the understanding of liturgy. This ministry provides a great opportunity for the parishioners of all ages to become involved in our parish life.
| Contact | David Downing
721-1686 |
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Perpetual Adoration"Could you not watch one hour with me?" Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish is a devotion which allows worshipers to adore the Real Presence of our Lord Jesus Christ. The Blessed Sacrament is exposed twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. A regular adorer commits to one scheduled hour of adoration per week. We welcome you to commit to an hour, to become a substitute adorer, or just drop in for a brief visit. The Adoration Chapel is located in the apse of the Church.
| Contact | Todd & Deann Reichenberger
721-2759 |
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Prayer Request LineThe St. Elizabeth Ann Seton prayer line provides the parish with a coordinated, efficient means of compassionately addressing the prayer concerns, needs, and thanksgiving of our community. Individual and/or parish requests (confidentiality is maintained if requested) are communicated to members of the group by telephone and e-mail messages as an extended intercessory prayer. Any parishioner is welcome to make requests and/or become part of the prayer line, sharing in joy over answered prayer.
| Contact | Daniela Yarberry
722-9745 |
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Rosary GroupRosary Group is a small, informal prayer group meeting once a week during the school year to pray the rosary for the needs of our families, our community and the world. Parishioners are welcome to "drop in" and join in the offering intentions to our Lord as we honor His Mother through the meditations upon the spiritual mysteries of this enduring devotion. The group gathers at various locations as well as in members’ homes. Announcements appear in the bulletin.
Vocation MinistryThe mission of the vocation ministry is to support our youth and young adults in their vocational discernment through prayer and education. This ministry particularly focuses on vocations to the diocesan priesthood and religious life of men and women.
| Contact | Fr. Ken Van Haverbeke
721-1686 |
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