Ministries
MINISTERS OF THE HOLY MASS
ALTAR SERVER
Boys and girls who have received First Communion are invited to consider this ministry of service to God and His people during our Mass. Informtion and training is available. Please contact the Parish Office.
Parish Office: 916-442-2333
Email: stelizportugal@gmail.com
CHOIR - MUSIC MINISTRY
Our Masses are enhanced by the music of many different groups. Speak to the leader after individual Masses
for more information.
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Manuel Jora for 10:00 AM Sunday Mass
EUCHARISTIC MINISTER
Every adult who regularly participates in Sunday Mass, has a love of the Eucharist and a desire to serve the Church, may be a Eucharistic Minister. Ministers must be prepared on the Eucharist and this ministry. Please contact the Parish Office if you are interested.
Parish Offce: 916-442-2333
Email: stelizportugal@gmail.com
LECTOR
Those who are fully initiated in our Church are invited to this ministry of proclaiming the Scriptures at Mass, bringing light and life to the Word of God. Please contact the Parish office and you will be directed to the Mass Coordinators.
USHERS/HOSPITALITY
Ushers welcome parishioners and visitors to Sunday Mass and thereby draw people together with a sense of unity and purpose. Contact the coordinator of the Mass.
Vacant 5:00 PM Saturday Mass
Karen Kupper for 10:00 AM Sunday Mass
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PASTORAL MINISTRIES
PASTORAL COUNCIL
The Pastoral Council serves in an advisory capacity to assist the Pastor in serving the parish community by exploring the needs of the parish.
Chairman: John Pires
FINANCE COMMITTEE
The Finance Committee functions as a consulting body to the Pastor. This committee monitors the financial condition of the parish including all expenses and income.
Chairman: Jim Thaxton
LITURGY COMMITTEE
The Liturgy Committee meets as necessary to plan for Sunday and special occasions. The committee focuses on liturgical themes, the church environment and music.
Chairman: Vacant
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
RCIA
The Rite of Christian initiation of Adults is the process by which people become members of the Catholic Church. Members are welcomed into the Church during Holy Saturday Vigil.
Coordinator: Looking for a volunteer at present
FIRST COMMUNION AND CONFIRMATION
Preparing our children for reconciliation and holy communion - ages 6 and up. Confirmation classes for ages 12 and older. Classes are conducted from September thru May. Register in August. Please contact the rectory for applications.
916-442-2333
Coordinator of Religious Education: John Pires