Ministries Open to Youth

The following is a list of ministries which the youth of our parish can be involved. We strongly encourage our youth to take time to decide how they can become involved at St. Anne Church. Remember our time and talents are gifts from God. What we do with them are our gifts back to God.

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
MINISTRY LEADERS: AL & VIRGINIA BASLER
The blessed sacrament is exposed in Mercy Chapel every Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Participants can spend 30 minutes to 1 hour (or whatever time is most convenient for them) in prayer or spiritual reading. Adoration is closed with Benediction and the Rosary at 5:30 p.m.

ALTAR SERVERS
MINISTRY LEADER: ANNE DAWAHARE
Boys and girls, fourth grade and above, are eligible for this ministry. Training sessions are held in the spring and right before school starts. Altar servers assist as scheduled at weekly Masses, weddings, funerals and school liturgies. Altar servers arrive at least 15 minutes before Mass, dressed in Sunday best, ready to serve the Church and assist the priest.

ANTIOCH
MINISTRY LEADER: ELLEN NUNEZ
Antioch is an annual youth retreat for teens put on by teens. It is a fun and rewarding way to deepen your faith and relationship with God and to form strong bonds with other Catholic teens. It begins on a Friday evening and ends on a Sunday afternoon. You will stay with host families in our parish. This retreat weekend has limited space for participants. Volunteers over age 18 need VIRTUS training and a background check.

BOY SCOUTS
MINISTRY LEADER: MARGOT LIPINSKI
Scouting provides an educational program to build qualities of character and train in spiritual growth, citizenship and sportsmanship. Cub Scout Pack meetings are Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. monthly, in addition to regular Den meetings. Boys in first through fifth grades, and their families, are invited to be involved in Cub Scouting.

CHILDREN’S CHOIR
MINISTRY LEADER: LYNN BECK
Are you in second, third, fourth, fifth or sixth grade and love to sing? Consider joining our Children’s Choir! The Children’s Choir sings at the Christmas Children’s Mass and on
other occasions throughout the year. We need your voice!

CHILDREN’S LITURGY OF THE WORD
MINISTRY LEADER: LYNN BECK
During the homily, volunteers read and discuss God’s Word at a child’s level to kids ages 4 to 8. All materials are provided. No experience is necessary. Each volunteer only teaches once a month; total time commitment is about 30 minutes per month. Adults and high school students are welcome to volunteer. There is one group meeting conducted each year. Volunteers do not need to have children to volunteer.

C.I.A. HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP
MINISTRY LEADERS: NATE & MEAGAN FOLDS
Are you in high school? Are you Catholic? Then, you should be hanging out on the first and third Wednesdays of each month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Youth Room! Join C.I.A. (Catholics In Action) for free food, upbeat music, skits, bad talk show host impersonations and opportunities to discuss, learn and pray with other teenagers who are trying to make sense of their lives, just like you. We can't wait to see you there! For more details, find us on Facebook.

COFFEE & DONUTS
MINISTRY LEADER: KATHRYN JACKSON
Volunteers in this ministry set up Visitation Hall, make coffee before Mass, serve coffee and donuts after Mass, and then clean-up. Coffee and donuts are served after the first two Masses on Sundays with the exception of the third Sunday of each month. We welcome anyone, age 16 and older, with a willing spirit and a desire to give back for all the blessings one has received. This ministry provides a great service hour opportunity for the youth!

ELIJAH CUP
MINISTRY LEADERS: BEN & ANN STAHL
The purpose of this ministry is to have families spend time in prayer for an increase of vocations. The Elijah Cup, a consecrated chalice, provides a focal point for prayer. It's an especially powerful symbol for families with children. Families register to pick up the cup at the end of a 10:30 a.m. Mass, take it home for one week and pray together daily for vocations. The following Sunday, the Elijah Cup is returned to Church at the 10:30 a.m. Mass to be picked up by the next registered family.

GREETERS MINISTRY
MINISTRY LEADER: LOUIE ROBINSON
Greeters welcome parishioners at each weekend Mass and on Holy Days. Volunteers are asked to arrive 20 minutes prior to their assigned Mass and stay 20 minutes after Mass to greet and answer questions. Time requirement is one Mass per month. One-on-one training is provided, but you must have a warm hand shake and smile!

GROUNDS BEAUTIFICATION
MINISTRY LEADER: BETH MOSS
This ministry works to continue to enhance the beauty of our church and school campuses. Volunteers are needed to plant flowers, trim trees, spread pine straw and prepare beds for planting. Anyone who enjoys gardening or working outdoors with a cheerful, positive, enthusiastic attitude is welcome.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
MINISTRY LEADER: STEVE WILSON
St. Anne Parish participates in the building of a Habitat for Humanity house in the fall. Volunteers can help out in a lot of different ways, from hammering nails to cooking and serving lunch. Volunteer now and you will be contacted later with details and times.

LECTORS
MINISTRY LEADER: STEVE THIELE
Lectors are individuals who boldly and effectively proclaim God’s Word within the context of liturgical worship at St. Anne Parish. Volunteers read assigned readings at Sunday worship and other special liturgical celebrations. Lectors must be outgoing, friendly, and be good readers and communicators with a strong voice. They must have received Confirmation, be in good standing with the Catholic Church and be members of St. Anne Church. An audition is necessary and attendance at one seminar per year is required. Lectors average two to three readings per quarter and they must spend time preparing for their readings with the help of a guidebook. Schedules are prepared quarterly.

MARY’S CHAIN GANG
MINISTRY LEADER: BARBARA BIERENFELD
This ministry makes and sends rosaries to places in need throughout the world. Materials and instructions are provided. Any parishioner, over age 10, who likes to work with his or her hands is invited to join.

MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP
MINISTRY LEADER: TONYA SEGUIN
The Middle School Youth Group meets regularly through the year on the second and fourth Sundays of the month. We gather from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Youth Room and Visitation Hall. Occasionally, we meet on weekends or other weeknights for service projects or social gatherings. Youth Group meetings are a relaxed, social time to hang out in a safe environment and enjoy music, participate in activities, enjoy snacks, play games, meet new friends and much more. We will take time at Youth Group to recognize God for all He has given us and to share in prayer.

MUSICIANS: SATURDAY 5:30 P.M. MASS GROUP
MINISTRY LEADER: ELWOOD MADEO
This group provides music and singing at the 5:30 p.m. Saturday evening Mass. Practices are held at 4:15 p.m. every Saturday. Anyone with singing ability or the ability to play an instrument is welcome to join. The youth are highly encouraged to join us.

MUSICIANS: 8:00 A.M. SUNDAY MASS SONG LEADERS
MINISTRY LEADER: PAT JASINSKI
This musical group leads the congregation in hymns and responses pertaining to the 8 a.m. Mass on Sunday mornings. Anyone with the knowledge and ability to lead the congregation in song, and who is able to sing, is welcome to join. This group meets once a week at 6 p.m. on Wednesday evening for practice.

MUSICIANS: 12:30 P.M. SUNDAY MASS GROUP
MINISTRY LEADER: BETH CAMPBELL
This group provides music which is appropriate to the Sunday Liturgy and leads the congregation in singing for the 12:30 p.m. Mass. This group practices from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. Members are asked to attend practices and arrive by 11:45 a.m. on Sundays dressed in appropriate church clothing. Everyone with either a pleasant singing voice or an ability to play an instrument and read music is welcome to join, especially youth who are members of a band or chorus at their schools.

NOTRE DAME SHOP
MINISTRY LEADER: KATRINA OLIVER
The Notre Dame Shop staff sells religious gifts and books before and after weekend Masses. Volunteers are scheduled to work one shift every six weeks around their preferred Mass. Dependable adults who enjoy helping people and who can handle money are invited to volunteer.

NURSERY CARE
ELIZABETH JOHNSON
Our parish's nursery volunteers provide a safe and happy environment for children, ages 6 months to 4 years, whose parents are attending Mass on Saturday evening or Sunday. Volunteers serve about once every four to six weeks. Time required is 20 minutes before Mass to set up and greet children, Mass time and then a few minutes afterwards to tidy up the nursery.

OUTREACH
MINISTRY LEADER: KATIE BYERS
St. Anne Outreach is a ministry to help those who are in need of food or help with rent or utility bills, when funds are available. Duties include conducting confidential interviews with clients to determine their needs, picking up groceries, dividing food into individual-sized packages, filling grocery lists and yard work. Anyone who is willing to work hard and be understanding and compassionate to those in need is welcome to volunteer. The time required is up to the volunteer. The Outreach Center is open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon. Training done on an individual basis.

PHOTOGRAPHERS
Parishioners who are good photographers are invited to join this ministry. Volunteers photograph approximately six to eight special events/ministries per year for use in church publications.

PRAYER MINISTRY
MINISTRY LEADER: HANNELORE GRANTHAM
A group of parishioners who pray daily, in their own homes, for the intentions of others. There are several teams with a designated team leader. As prayer intentions are identified, members are notified by their team leader to pray for specific intentions. A Prayer Booklet has been put together for members.

RIGHT TO LIFE
MINISTRY LEADER: JULIE GRECO
This ecumenical group coordinates support for and awareness of Right to Life issues, such as the March for Life in January and a Life Chain in October. The focus is on education. The group meets monthly on the fourth Monday at 7 p.m. at the Burger King on Wynnton Road (near AFLAC). Adults and teens are welcome. A commitment to peaceful, prayerful education about life issues is desired.

ROSARY PRAYER GROUP
MINISTRY LEADERS: VICKIE CORRADINO AND DONNA LIPP
All are welcome to join the Rosary Prayer Group on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. in Mercy Chapel. This ministry is for men, women and children. We pray at the invitation of our Blessed Mother for peace in the world, personal healing, and for the intentions of our pastors, bishops and the Pope. Additionally, those who are able attend wake services and pray the Rosary for deceased parish members and relatives.

SUNDAY SCHOOL ASSISTANT
MINISTRY LEADER: LYNN BECK
This position gives baptized Catholic high school students who enjoy working with children (ages 4-10) an opportunity to share their time and faith.It is a good opportunity for service hours. Classes meet Sundays during the school year from 9 until 10:15 a.m.

THYME & TALENT
MINISTRY LEADER: TRICIA MORROW
This group prepares and/or serves meals or refreshments for small parish functions. Volunteers can set-up and decorate for functions, prepare and serve the meal, and/or clean up after the function. Members work together in teams. The time commitment is usually a few hours a month, depending on the church‘s calendar. Cooking experience is an asset, but not necessary.

USHERS
MINISTRY LEADER: RUSS ENO
Ushers are individuals who help with collections, seating and handing out bulletins at the end of Mass. All adults age 17 and over are invited to be ushers one Mass a month. Ushers must be Confirmed and members of St. Anne Church. Training is on-the-job.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
MINISTRY LEADERS: CLAIRE FAIRCHILD & MEAGAN FOLDS
Vacation Bible School (VBS) offers an exciting educational program that brings our youth closer to Jesus Christ. It takes place for one week during the summer from 9 a.m. until noon. Volunteers are needed to help chaperone and escort the youth, assist leaders, and a limited number are needed to lead and teach this program. Volunteers meet for one or two meetings prior to the week of VBS for planning. Rising 7th graders and up are invited to volunteer.

WELCOME MINISTRY
MINISTRY LEADER: ELLEN PILLAR
Members in this ministry work at the Welcome Desk in the Commons Area 20 minutes prior to and after Masses, assisting with new parishioner registrations, answering questions and serving as a friendly ambassador of the parish. Time requirement is one Mass per month. Personal on-the-job training is provided. Parishioners with a warm smile are welcome!