The mission of the Worship Commission is to celebrate God’s glory in prayer, be a welcoming presence to our brothers and sisters, to experience the call of the Holy Spirit in worship, and to sense the presence of Christ the King, touching our hearts and transforming our lives. The Worship Commission shall be primarily concerned with liturgical ministries and spiritual development of the Parish and liturgical ministers.
Ministries of the Commission:
-Altar Servers
-Art and Environment
-Baptismal Ministry
-Children Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
-Children’s Liturgy of the Word
-Christ Renews His Parish (CHRP)
- Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
-Extraordinary Ministers of Communion
-Greeters
-Holy Trinity-Lady of Fatima Prayer Community
-Lectors
-Liturgy Planning Team
-Music Ministry
-Sacristan
-Sunday Scripture Sharing
-Ushers
-Wedding Coordinator
Altar Servers: Altar Servers assist the priest at the altar during Mass. This service may help young parishioners to become involved in other ministries of the Parish in the future as well as provide for possible vocational opportunities.
Art and Environment: This ministry maintains an atmosphere of natural beauty and prayer in the church building in which parishioners gather for worship, community sharing, and giving to those in need.
Baptismal Ministry: Baptismal ministers greet and welcome the families and parents of those children to be baptized at the time of Baptism, and keep in touch with families afterwards.
Children’s Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament: The purpose of this ministry to help children understand that Jesus is truly present in the Blessed Sacrament. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament takes place along with prayers and quiet reflection time.
Children’s Liturgy of the Word: Adult members of our Parish explore ways to enable the participation of young children at liturgy. The committee recruits and trains small group leaders for children’s “Liturgy of the Word” to facilitate understanding of the scripture for children.
CHRP: The "Christ Renews His Parish" (CRHP) program is a spiritual retreat experience which brings adult parishioners together in small groups in order to deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ and each other. It stresses a clear focus on the Gospel and provides a way to relax, unwind and reflect on our sometimes hectic lives.
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament: The closest thing to heaven on earth-that is what Mother Teresa said of visiting Jesus in Adoration. Plan to take advantage of Adoration each Thursday at our Parish.
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: These ministers are called to assist the Clergy with the distribution of the Body and Blood of Christ at parish liturgies. Extraordinary Ministers are practicing Catholics who have received the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Greeters: A greeter is someone who can reach out to others with ease, have a presence of warmth and truly care about the assembly being at home in the worship space. Greeters are called to the task of hospitality as the assembly gathers for worship, especially reaching out to newcomers. They maintain comfort and order, tending to those who need special attention.
Holy Trinity-Lady of Fatima Prayer Community: Their vision is “to bring people to a personal relationship with Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ with the Fire of the Holy Spirit.”
Lectors: The Lector proclaims the readings from Scripture, with the exception of the Gospel at Mass. For a few brief moments, the lector has an opportunity to become a storyteller, bringing to the assembly the songs of a poet, the visions of a prophet, or the emotions of an apostle. The Lector also announces the General Intercessions in the absence of the Deacon.
Liturgy Planning Team: This is a small community of parishioners who study the documents of the Church and assist the Pastor and Liturgy/Music Director in preparing for special liturgies and liturgical seasons.
Music Ministry: The purpose of the members of the Music Ministry of Christ the King is to encourage the assembly in song and enhance the prayer life of the community through the beauty and joy of music. The Music Ministry supports our Parish’s sung prayer by encouraging full and active participation among the parishioners.
Music Ministry: Adult Choir, Ensemble, Teen Ensemble, Children’s Choir, Women’s Schola and Cantor Program.
Sacristan Ministry: One or more parishioners help set up the vessels and other needs in preparation for weekday or weekend liturgies.
Sunday Scripture Sharing: Parishioners gather as a small faith community to “break open the Word” following Sunday’s scripture readings and apply them to their daily lives. This group typically meets once per week.
Ushers: Ushers greet people, take up the collection, and assist people in their needs. These men and women are the welcoming face of Christ.
Wedding Coordinator: The purpose of this service is to assist the Priest, bride and groom, and their families in the final stage of preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage. The ministry begins one to two weeks before the wedding and continues on the day of the wedding to ensure a smooth ceremony or Mass.
