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Liturgy

Funeral Liaison

funeralliaison Funeral Liaison Committee offers support, prayers and guidance to grieving families who wish to prepare a personalized funeral for a loved one. The volunteer meets with the family, usually at the church, to plan the Mass.

Volunteer Position		Funeral Liaison Minister
Required of Volunteer		Sensitivity and compassion for the grieving; comfortable interaction with those who are experiencing a loss; a sense of the healing powers of scriptures and music selected for a funeral liturgy; available during the day and, if needed, on a weekend.
Experience Necessary		No
Training Required		2 two-hour sessions.
When is Training		Scheduled as needed.
Time Commitment		Flexible. 1-2 hours when called to help; teams rotate.
Contact		Sr. Paulamarie Lacy, Church Office, 727.726.8477 x316. Angy Hayes, Coordinator

Intercessions

Intercessions committee meets weekly so that writers can prepare intercessions for upcoming weekend Masses, Holy Days, Civic Holidays, and other special celebrations to include current needs.

Volunteer Position		Intercession Committee Member
Required of the Volunteer		Practicing Catholic, registered parishioner. A strong prayer life; good understanding of Scripture; love for and willingness to reflect on Scripture, and strong writing skills. Computer skills are a plus, but not required.
Experience Necessary		No
Training Required		Participation in the process.
Time Commitment		Attendance at meetings, scheduled according to group need. Weekly personal prayer time spent in reflection on upcoming Sunday or feast day scripture readings.
Contact		Sr. Paulamarie Lacy, Church Office, 727.726.8477 x316

Liturgical Environment

Liturgical Environment Committee ministers maintain and create the physical environment surrounding the Mass and liturgical events to enhance the worship experience.

Volunteer Position: Many opportunities with various ministry teams.
Required of volunteer: Must be a Registered parishioner and have a desire to serve the Lord and our faith community.
Ministry Teams: Alcove candles, chapel care, holy water fonts, linens, misallettes, peew racks, plant care and vessel cleaning..
Experience necessary: No
Training required: No
Time commitment: All ministers are required to attend one meeting a year and an annual workshop. Time required will vary for each ministry.
Contact: Terry Ness, at the Church Office, at 727.726.8477 x332

Ministers of Hospitality

Ministers of Hospitality are men, women, teens and children of all ages who welcome and host weekend Masses as well as Holy Day Masses, Civic Holiday Masses and special occasions. These ministers create a welcoming and prayerful atmosphere for worship. They greet and seat people in a caring and orderly manner while assisting those with special needs. They also direct Communion lines with reverent attention and assist with the Offertory Collection. Seasonal ministers are always needed.

Volunteer Position		Minister of Hospitality
Required of the Volunteer		Registered parishioner who exhibits characteristics of hospitality.
Experience Necessary		No
Training Required		One workshop.
When is Training		Scheduled as needed.
Time Commitment		Serve at same Mass every 3 weeks or more frequently. Willingness to volunteer for Masses celebrating special events as able. Required to attend an annual workshop.
Contact		Sr. Paulamarie Lacy, Church Office, 727.726.8477 x316. Ken Seguin, Coordinator.

Life Teen Band at the 5:00 pm Sunday Mass

This worship band comprises singers and instrumentalists, from middle school up to adult, who provide music at the 5:00 pm Sunday Life Teen Mass. You must be very proficient with your instrument or vocals. Other activities include Outreach Concerts, full weekend retreats and other music events. Contact Jeff Fitzcharles at the Parish Office 727.726.8477 x306.

Choirs for Saturday Vigil Mass and Sunday Masses

6:00 pm Saturday Vigil Choir
Rehearsals are Thursdays from 7:00 pm and Saturday before Mass from 5:00 pm to 5:50 pm.

8:30 am Sunday Family Choir
Rehearsals are Mondays from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Membership is not limited to families; children, teens and adults participate. Instrumentalists are always welcome.

10:15 am Sunday Choir
Rehearsals are Wednesdays from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm. Participants include high school youth and adults.

Noon Sunday Ensemble
Rehearsals are Tuesdays from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm.

Music Ministry

Music Ministry is for men, women, teens and children who wish to praise the Lord through music. Vocalists and instrumentalists are welcome. Espiritu Santo has several choirs:

6:00 pm Saturday Vigil Choir
Rehearsals are Thursdays from 7:00 pm and Saturday before Mass from 5:00 pm to 5:50 pm.

8:30 am Sunday Family Choir
Rehearsals are Mondays from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Membership is not limited to families; children, teens and adults participate. Instrumentalists are always welcome.

10:15 am Sunday Choir
Rehearsals are Wednesdays from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm. Participants include high school youth and adults.

Noon Sunday Ensemble
Rehearsals are Tuesdays from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm.

Life Teen Mass
This worship band comprises singers and instrumentalists, from middle school up to adult, who provide music at the 5:00 pm Sunday Life Teen Mass.

Seasonal Choirs are formed for special occasions and include the Festival Choir which ministers at Christmas Midnight Mass, the Triduum Choir which ministers at Holy Week Liturgies.

Volunteer Position		Vocal and/or Instrumental Music Minister
Required of the Volunteer		Able to sing or play an instrument. Must be a registered Parishioner.
Experience Necessary		No experience for choir members. Instrumentalists and cantors should exhibit a level of competency necessary for the ministry and may be required to audition for the music director.
Training Required		Yes. Rehearsal with Cantor before scheduled Mass.
Time Commitment:		Weekly rehearsal, singing at the same Mass each week, annual workshop.
Contact		Jeff Fitzcharles, at the Church Office, 727.726.8477 x306

Sacristans

Sacristan2 Sacristans prepare and clear the altar vessels for Mass on weekends, weekdays and for special occasions. Sacristan-servers also serve as altar servers for weekday Masses, weddings, funerals or special occasions when youth servers are not available.

Volunteer Position		Sacristan
Required of the Volunteer		Practicing Catholic, registered parishioner in good standing with the Church. Exhibits great love for the Mass and reverence for all vessels that are used for its celebration. Good organizational skills are a plus.
Experience Necessary		No
Training Required		Regular Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist training and one-on-one training with a skilled sacristan. Training is on an individual basis. Required to attend one sacristan organizational meeting a year and one annual workshop.
Time Commitment		Depends upon sacristan schedule and your availability.
Contact		Terry Ness, Church Office, 727.726.8477 x332

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion assist the priest in the sacred ministry of giving the Body and Blood of Christ to the assembled community. They welcome each person as a brother or sister in the Lord and make the moment of Communion a faith-filled encounter with the living Christ. Each candidate for this ministry must be a registered parishioner of Espiritu Santo in good standing with the church.

Volunteer Position		Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion
Experience Necessary		No
Training Required		Attendance is required at three weekend workshops for preparation and one annual workshop in the Fall.
When is Training		Training sessions are held twice a year in January and September
Time Commitment		Ministers serve at one of the weekend Masses every 3rd Sunday with the opportunity to serve at weekday Masses and special events. Weekday and holyday ministers serve as their schedules allow
Contact		Sr. Paulamarie Lacy, Church Office, 727.726.8477 x316 or Pat Nolf, Scheduling Coordinator

Altar Servers

altar-servers

The ministry of altar server includes boys and girls in grades 4 and above. These young people will assist the priest or deacon in the celebration of the Mass and other special liturgies. Parents must be registered parishioners of Espiritu Santo.

Volunteer Position		Altar Server
Required of the Volunteer		Those who have received First Holy Communion and are in the 4th grade and above are eligible to become altar servers. Candidates must be able to learn reverence and accept responsibility.
Experience Necessary		No
Training Required		Five mandatory workshops held on Sunday afternoons. Training is important even if you have served at another Church.
When is Training		In the Fall.
Time Commitment		Serve at assigned Mass every 3 weeks, on a rotating basis, and as scheduled for special liturgies. Attendance at an annual meeting is required.
Contact		Donna Kistel or Sr. Paulamarie Lacy, Church Office, 727.726.8477 x316

Adult and Teen Lectors

Lector Lectors are those men and women who proclaim God’s Word at weekday and weekend Masses and at special services. Good public speaking skills and a passion for the Word of the Lord are required for this ministry. Lector Schedule Through 2/4 Lector Schedule 2/11-4/8

Volunteer Position		Adult Lector
Required of the Volunteer		Practicing Catholic, of college age and older, registered parishioner in good standing with the Church. Must exhibit high quality reading skills with ability to proclaim well the Word of God. Love for Scripture and willingness to reflect on its message.
Experience Necessary		No
Training Required		Audition required. If accepted must attend 2 workshops. Required to attend an annual workshop.
When is Training		Scheduled as needed.
Time Commitment:		Weekend lectors read once every 3-4 weeks. Must be committed to spend needed time in preparation before each assignment.
Contact		Sr. Paulamarie Lacy, Church Office, 727.726.8477 x316. Andy Szeltner, Coordinator

Teen Lectors proclaim the Word of the Lord at the 8:30 am Masses and 5:00 pm Life Teen Masses on Sunday. Parents should be registered Espiritu Santo parishioners.

Volunteer Position		Teen Lector
Required of the Volunteer		Must be in 6th-12th grade and have high quality oral reading skills with an ability to proclaim well the Word of God.
Experience Necessary		No
Training Required		Upon acceptance into the program there is ongoing formation.
When is Training		Practice is required the week before you read, usually on Tuesdays at 5:00 p.m. in the Church.
Time Commitment		All Lectors are assigned to read once every 3-6 weeks. Must be committed to spend the needed time in preparation before each assignment and attend practice.
Contact		Sr. Paulamarie Lacy, Church Office, 727.726.8477 x316