Sacristan
Organize and help set up the sacred vessels, books, and other items for weekday and weekend Masses. Training is provided.
Contact: Parish Office, 651-228-1169
Greeter
Greeters act as Ministers of Hospitality at the doors of church to welcome parishioners and guests as they arrive for weekend and Holy Day Masses. Families may serve as greeters together!
Contact: Parish Office, 651-228-1169
Mass Server
Youth parishioners in grades 3 to 12 assist the priest at Mass on weekends and at special celebrations. Training is provided.
Contact: Parish Office, 651-228-1169
Lector
Lectors deliver God's Word through the readings at Masses and special church liturgies/services throughout the church year. High school youth and adults are encouraged to become lectors. Training is provided.
Contact: Parish Office, 651-228-1169
Eucharistic Minister
Eucharistic Ministers assist the priest in the distribution of the Holy Eucharist during the celebration of the Mass. Eucharistic Ministers may also choose to take Holy Communion to shut-ins and others who are unable to attend Mass, but that is not a requirement to become a Eucharistic Minister. The appointment is for three years, and may be renewed. Training is provided.
For Communion delivery to our homebound parishioners, contact Sr. Carol Hanus, 651-228-1169
Gift-Bearer
Enjoy the very special privilege of carrying the gifts of bread and wine to the altar during the Offertory of the Mass. What a wonderful way for families to share the Mass together in a special way.
Contact: Parish Office, 651-228-1169
Usher
Assist at weekend and holy day liturgies with the flow of people before Mass, during Communion distribution, and after Mass as needed. Assist with money collection during the Offertory and at other times as needed. Adults and senior high school youth are encouraged to volunteer.
Contact: Parish Office, 651-228-1169
Adult Choir
This four-part choir enhances the beauty of music while encouraging the participation of the congregation at the 9:30 am. Sunday Mass and at special celebrations. The group generally rehearses on Tuesday at 7:45 pm at St. Francis Church, but days and times may occasionally change. Call the director to confirm rehearsal days and times.
Director: Paul Hermann, 651-222-1277