Serve at Mass

Lector

Those who lector exercise a genuine liturgical function as they proclaim the Word of God in both the Old Testament Readings and the New Testament Readings. They are fellow Christians whose lives are changing because of their prayerful preparation and concern for proclaiming the Word of God. They proclaim the Word so that all may hear and respond to the presence of Christ and make God alive for the people gathered to worship as a community. Training is available for all lectors. Call the rectory at 563-359-0345 if you are interested in participating in this ministry.

Extraordinary Minister

An Extra Ordinary Minister is a person of faith who serves the church by distributing Holy Communion to the faithful at Mass or to the homebound. The minister will grow in relationship with Jesus through prayer and the reading of sacred scripture. For more information or training call the rectory at 563-359-0345 or Ed Schlomer at 563-332-6965.

Choir

Come and join the choir! They are always looking for new voices! The choir sings at the Sunday 8:30 a.m. Mass and practices on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. Contact Jon Schrader at 309-788-8147.

Contemporary Ensemble

The Contemporary Ensemble leads the congregation in song every Sunday at 10:30 Mass, September – June. The group consists of 10 adult singers with piano, bass guitar, flute and percussion accompaniment. The repertoire includes traditional and contemporary music. The ensemble is available for special liturgies. Contact Mary Decker at 563-332-5931.

Usher

The primary responsibility of ushers is to gather the collection and assist parishioners in seating during Masses. Other duties include selecting a family to present the gifts, greeting the community as they enter church and distributing the bulletin after Mass. Contact Herb Ritter at 563-359-1640.