The Lector serves the liturgical assembly by proclaiming Sacred Scripture during the Liturgy of the Word. The competent exercise of this role enables the Church to hear the Word of God more clearly and receive it more readily. They lead the Universal Prayer (Prayer of the Faithful) in the absence of the deacon. Lectors are commissioned by the Pastor or his delegate.

If you are interested in this ministry, please contact Theresa Culliton at culliton@stjeromeparish.ca for more information.

The Altar Server assists the members of the liturgical assembly by presenting or arranging vessels and other items used in the celebrations. Their reverent and efficient service enables other ministers to attend to their own roles while the liturgical actions unfold with calm, order, and appropriate decorum. As members of the assembly who are often visible to all, the altar servers also model good liturgical participation.

Training of the young people is provided at the beginning of the school year. Interested servers participate in a training session designed to give the students an in-depth orientation. Servers may serve until they choose to move to a different ministry.

If you are interested in this ministry, please contact Theresa Culliton at culliton@stjeromeparish.ca for more information.

The Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion serves the Eucharistic life of the community by assisting the Ordinary Ministers of the Eucharist (bishops, priests, and deacons) during the Communion Rite. They are deputed by the Bishop at the request of the Pastor to assist the celebrant and other Ordinary Ministers during liturgy in distributing the Eucharistic Body and Blood of Christ. Individuals are commissioned by the Pastor or his delegate.

If you are interested in this ministry, please contact Theresa Culliton at culliton@stjeromeparish.ca for more information.

Under the direction of the Liturgical Hospitality Coordinator, the Liturgical Hospitality: Greeters & Ushers serve the Liturgy by helping to establish a climate of welcome, helpfulness and order among those gathered. They assist the assembly with practical details so that the Liturgy and Sacred Rites can be celebrated with ease and grace.

If you are interested in this ministry, please contact Theresa Culliton at culliton@stjeromeparish.ca for more information.

The Decoration Team assists with the vital “behind the scenes” work of transforming our worship environment for the different liturgical seasons of the year:  Ordinary Time, Advent, Christmas, Lent, the Triduum, Easter and Feast Days.  The decoration team goes far beyond simple decorating. Members of the team along with our parish priest, through prayerful and informed use of signs and symbols, enable the assembly to enter more fully into worship.

Bring your talents to the table and assist in creating a more beautiful worship environment.  We are looking for willing men and women to join this team as we make preparations for the upcoming Liturgical Seasons.

If you are interested in this ministry, please contact Theresa Culliton at culliton@stjeromeparish.ca for more information.

Liturgical music is an integral part of our worship celebrations. The musical styles of our various choirs present a unique and spiritual element that enables our congregation to lift up their voices in praise. Although the various choirs have different rehearsal times, different commitment levels, and different Mass schedules, they all strive toward a common goal: to lead the congregation in sung prayer and to glorify God through the music they each produce.

If you are interested in this ministry, please contact Theresa Culliton at culliton@stjeromeparish.ca for more information.