One of the most important things Christian people do is to gather on the Lord's Day so that its members may sit at the table of God's Word and at the table of God's Eucharist. Listening to the stories of one's spiritual forbearers and sharing in the Lord's body and blood allow us not only to grow as Christians, but also to reveal in ritual fashion what it means to be a community forming the very body of Christ in the world today.

Pro claimers of the Word

Proclaim God's word during the celebration of the Eucharist. Proclaimers are scheduled monthly. Preparation includes prayer and study of the weekly scriptures, 15 minutes before and after Mass in preparation and procession.

Eucharistic Ministers

Who are Eucharistic Ministers? Any person, 18 years or older, approved by the Pastor and delegated by the Archbishop to serve the parishioners of St. Francis Xavier. After appropriate formation, which involved attending Archdiocesan workshops and training at St. Francis Xavier Parish, Eucharistic Ministers serve on a rotating schedule according to their availability and Mass attendance.

The call to distribute the Eucharist during Mass or to the ill or homebound is that and more. It means a fresh chance to be in ways that the Lord will reveal, what they share with others who come to the table.

Eucharistic Ministers have a significant opportunity to be touched in new ways by the profound mystery in which they participate. Their function in St. Francis Xavier Parish, indeed their call to ministry, is an invitation to grow in their discipleship with the Lord in serving God's people.

It is a ministry worth discovering-a ministry worth your service!

Liturgy Committee

Preparation of seasonal liturgies, long-term planning and evaluation. Ongoing formation. Meets regularly the first Thursday of every month.