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Ministries
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Serving at God's Altar
Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist
Women and men (18 years of age and older) are always needed to assist in the distribution of Holy Communion during all weekend Masses and liturgical celebrations.
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Lectors
Men, women, and high school students are invited to proclaim the Scriptures at all Masses. Training sessions are held frequently throughout the year.
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Altar Servers
All boys and girls of the parish who have completed the third grade are invited to serve as acolytes for weekend liturgies and special liturgical celebrations. Training times are announced in the bulletin on a regular basis.
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Adult Servers
All adult parishioners are invited to serve as acolytes for Masses of Christian Burial, Daily Masses and Holy Day Masses at both Saint Benedict’s and Our Lady of the Snows churches.
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Hospitality Ministers
Hospitality Ministers help create a culture and spirit of welcome and hospitality and are always needed. They help the liturgy to flow smoothly and hospitably by helping all find seats, arranging for presentation of gifts, distributing bulletins, and taking up collections. Hospitality Ministers are needed for all weekend Masses and Holy Days.
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Sacristans
Sacristans have the responsibility to set up for Mass ensuring appropriate vessels, altar linens, hosts and wine are in place for the Eucharistic celebrations. Sacristans are usually of high school age and older.
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If you're interested in any of the above, call the Parish Center at (570) 586-1741.
Hearts that Care
Connections of Kindness
This outreach program ministers to senior parishioners through check-in calls made by parish volunteers.
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Food Pantry
At both churches and the Parish Center, we accept donations of non-perishable food items to be donated to local families.
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Bereavement Support
Our volunteers provide grief support on the first Wednesday of the month at 10am and on the 3rd Sunday of every month at 2pm in the Gathering Room. Volunteers share their hearts and time with those who have experienced the loss of a loved one. No registration is required, all are welcome.
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Communion Calls
Bringing Communion to the homebound will return in the near future!
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Local Outreach
Just a brief visit or connection with elderly, ailing, and lonely parishioners can make all the difference to brighten their day!
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If you're interested in any of the above, call the Parish Center at (570) 586-1741.
Keeping Our Parish Beautiful
Rocco's Garden Club
This is a very unique ministry that helps us keep the grounds at Our Lady of the Snows Church clean, attractive and welcoming! Members meet weekly during the spring, summer and fall to weed, trim and water the planters and gardens surrounding Our Lady of the Snows Church. The work is physically demanding but wonderfully satisfying.
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CSB Beautification Committee
These caring souls help maintain the landscaping and grounds surrounding the picturesque St. Benedict's Church. All are welcome and no experience needed.
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House of God Cleaners
On a regular basis, volunteers sweep, polish and clean the interiors of both Our Lady of the Snows and the Church of Saint Benedict. Help is always appreciated in this great service which makes our worship spaces a beautiful place to gather and worship God.
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