LITURGICAL MINISTERS Our Liturgy is the center of our parish life and the public expression of our faith and community. People of faith assist the celebrant at liturgical celebrations in the following: LECTORS, EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS, CHOIR, USHERS, GREETERS, ALTAR SERVERS. Those interested in serving in one of these ministries are invited to call the Rectory. Ministers Schedule				MINISTRY OF CONSOLATION The Ministry of Consolation began serving our parish in 1999. Jesus taught that those who were in mourning the loss of a loved one were to be seen as in need of the care and concern of his disciples. The present Christian community of OLV answers the call of Jesus with this very special ministry. The Ministry of Consolation consists of parishioners ministering to parishioners. This is the vision set forth by the Church in the revision of the Funeral Liturgical Rites. These Rites of the Church ask that the entire community, priest and laity, be involved in ministering to the family of the deceased. Ministry of Consolation Information
	BAPTISMS The Sacrament of Baptism celebrates a person’s entrance into the life of the Church. Baptisms are celebrated every Sunday at 2:30 pm. To arrange for a baptism, a copy of your child’s birth certificate must accompany your date request. Please come to the Rectory office to make these arrangements during our business hours between 9am-.4pm.
					RIGHT TO LIFE SOCIETY Our Right to Life Society is a group of men and women working to facilitate and promote a respect for life at all it’s stages. This is done through flyers, newsletters, prayer services, information articles in the bulletin and attendance at Pro-Life rallies. The calling to attention of legislative and educational forums is also an important part of the work. The Right to Life Society also promotes counseling for those in crisis pregnancies and for those who may have had an abortion. Meetings are held monthly at OLV. Consult the weekly bulletin for more information.
	MARRIAGE The Sacrament of Marriage celebrates the union of two people within the church community. We encourage those planning a wedding at OLV, to contact the Rectory office before booking a reception facility. All plans with the church must be made at least 6 months prior to anticipated date. Sign up for Pre-Cana
						MUSIC MINISTRY PROGRAM Our Music Program consists of a variety of activities. Our Adult Choir sings at the 11:45 am Mass on Sunday. Also, there is a Contemporary Group, a Bell Choir, and a Children’s Choir. An assortment of Cantors lead us in song at our Liturgical celebrations. We are always looking for new voices in all these activities to help make our Music Program a vibrant and inspirational part of our worship as a parish community. Please call Jim Millen, Music Director, at 255-3797.
	RCIA (RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION) RCIA welcomes adults not baptized; who want to join the Catholic Church. We welcome, as well, baptized adults seeking the Sacraments of First Communion and Confirmation. Please contact the Rectory office for more information.
		YOUTH MINISTRY Youth Ministry at OLV is a ministry with a variety of components; formal catechesis, semi-annual retreats and an annual theatrical production. The program is open to all interested young people in our community. Please contact the Youth Ministry Office at 326-8804 for further information.
							ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY The Rosary Altar Society is an organization of women who have devotion to the Blessed Mother. Our purpose is to promote the spiritual growth of members, frequent reception of Communion and corporate the recitation of the Rosary. The Society is also responsible for the care and upkeep of the Church Sanctuary. We extend and invitation to all women to join the Rosary Altar Society. Our monthly Mass is held at 11:45 am, on the first Sunday of the month. Please consult the bulletin for further information.
							ANOINTING OF THE SICK We turn to Jesus for understanding and healing through the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. This sacrament is for adults and children who are suffering from serious physical or mental illness, experiencing the debilities of old age or about to undergo surgery. This sacrament is celebrated communally twice yearly and individually as requested. Call the Rectory for more information.
								ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY This society provides assistance to individuals and families residing within our parish boundaries. This assistance is provided on the basis of evaluation made by members of the society. The society is supported through poor box donations, food donations and the gifts of benefactors. All the works of the society are carried out in a confidential manner without regard to race, creed or national origin. Call the Rectory for more information and assistance.