Stewards: Originating from the role of "Welcomers" out of necessity during the COVID 19 crisis, it has proved to be an effective role of not only welcoming, but guiding the Congregation as necessary during a Service. This helps the Congregation to participate in Services, with minimal input from the Celebrant. They also ensure the safety of Congregation in the unlikely event of an emergency e.g. A Fire Evacuation. Volunteers for these roles are always welcomed on weekends and as required at special Services.
Readers: The Readers have a crucial role within the Liturgy, as the Readers proclaim God's Word so thatv we may hear what God speaks to his people today. Weekend Masses' Readers have joined a rota. On weekdays members of the Congregation offer themselves on an ad hoc basis. Training is available for Readers.
Altar Servers: Boys and Girls who have made their First Holy Communion are invited to join the Altar Serving rota, following induction and training. Altar Servers fulfil the important function of supporting Celebrants through a Service in supporting roles like carrying the Cross or Acolytes (candles) during the Entrance Procession, supporting the Liturgy of the Eucharist and the Procession Post Dismissal.
Special Ministers of Holy Communion: Ministers of Holy Communion help the Priest or Deacon to distribute Holy Communion or the Precious Blood at Mass. Some Ministers take Holy Communion to the sick or housebound. These visits fulfil a spiritual need to provide a link with the Parish. Special Ministers for Holy Communion reaffirm their commitment on an annual basis.
Sacristans: These minister the Parish to prepare the Church for Mass on Saturday / Sunday, weekdays and other occasions such as Baptisms, Weddings and Funerals. The Sacristans work according to a rota. New Sacristans are always very welcome.
Other Duties: Volunteers are needed for other functions too. Arranging flowers adds beauty to the Church and is a very worthwhile contribution to the Parish. The provision of coffee after Mass enables Parishioners to get together informally and provides an opportunity to greet newcomers and visitors. Counting is a necessary function done via a rota, ensuring the flow of funds correctly accounted for following Parish and Diocesan procedures.
Choir: The Choir leads the singing at Mass on Sundays - other than the first Sunday in the month (led instead by the Music Group) - and usually numbers about a dozen. There is always room for new singers: those interested in joining should get in touch with the conductor, Nick Bathurst, or any other member after Mass.
Music Group: The Music Group consists of singers, guitarists and other instrumentalists. Rehearsals take place as necessary, but usually just before or after Sunday mass. Settings and hymns are different from those normally sung by the Choir. New members are always welcome.
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