Adoration. The Blessed Sacrament
is exposed in the Church weekdays, Monday through Friday, from 7 to
8 a.m., and on Mondays, except holidays, all day from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Divine Mercy Chaplet is said at 3 p.m. during adoration. On the first Friday of each month, doration begins at 8 p.m., and continues through the night until 8 a.m. Saturday.

Confession. The sacrament of Reconciliation is available Sunday morning from 8:30 to 8:50, and from 10:30 to 10:50; on Monday evening from 6:30 to 6:50, and on Saturday afternoon from 3:30 to 4:15. You may also call the Rectory at 836 0011 to schedule a time at your convenience.

Devotions. The Novena to Our Lady of the Miraculous
Medal takes place on Monday evening at 7 p.m., preceded by the Rosary at 6:45, with Benediction following. The Rosary is also prayed daily following the 8:00 Mass. The Divine Mercy chaplet is prayed each Monday afternoon at
3 o’clock.

Altar Servers. Boys and girls in Grade 6 or older are eligible for this ministry. Servers assist the priest at church services, serve as good role models for other children, and come closer to Jesus as they serve at His altar. For more information, contact Father Mark at 836-0011.

Eucharistic Ministers. These men and women assist the priest celebrant in the distribution of Holy Communion at Mass, serving perhaps twice a month, usually at the same Mass. Some also bring Communion to the sick and homebound after Mass. If you can serve in this role, please contact Pat Beutel at 832 0849.

Folk Group. These adults enjoy using their musical and vocal talents to praise God at Mass. The folk group plays at the 7:00 Saturday evening vigil Mass, except during summer. Practice takes place weekly on Tuesday evenings. New members are welcome. If you’d like more information, call Sharon Darisse at 838-4718.

Greeters. Men, women, or children are invited to spend
15 minutes before Mass on the weekends offering a warm smile and a friendly hello to people arriving at Church. If
you can help, please contact Brain Ruh at 836-0011.

Lectors. Lectors proclaim the readings and the Prayer of the Faithful at weekday and weekend Masses. Weekend lectors usually serve once a month. To find out more, please call Lorraine
Gulczewski at 836-5487.

Ministry of Praise. Parishioners provide spiritual support for the parish and the universal Church, by offering prayers and sacrifices at home. There are no meetings. A monthly newsletter suggests specific intentions and forms of prayer. To be added to the mailing list, please contact the Outreach Office at 832-2542.

Children’s Choir. The Children’s Choir sings at the monthly Children’s Mass, from September through June, and at special occasions. Rehearsals are held each month at 9:30, prior to the 11 a.m. Children’s Mass. Membership is open to all children in grades 3 - 8. To find out more, please contact Jody Reeser at 836 2230, or jreeser@stameliaschool.org.

Adult Choir. Members contribute their vocal talents to enhance the beauty and dignity of the 11 a.m. Sunday Mass September thru June and on special occasions. Rehearsals are held on Thursday evenings at 7:30, except in summer. For more information contact Dan Fronckowiak, our music director, at 871-1556.

Liturgy Committee. The Sacred Liturgy is both the source and the summit of all parish life and activity. This Committee oversees liturgical services and ministries, and seeks to ensure that all parish prayer and worship is reverent, meaningful, and effective. They also are responsible for decorating the church for the various liturgical seasons. The committee meets monthly. To learn more, please call Brain Ruh at 836-0011.

Prayer Group. The Precious Blood of Jesus Prayer Community gathers each Tuesday at 7 p.m. in Don Miller Hall for scripture sharing, songs of praise, shared prayer, and fellowship. Members support each other on their journey of faith. All are welcome. For further information, please get in touch with Jane Brown at 837 2679 or Harriette Hoebel at 835-5996.

Ushers. Men and women ushers are present before Mass to greet people as they arrive in Church. They help with seating, obtain giftbearers for the Offertory procession, take up the collection, direct parishioners at communion time, and distribute bulletins at the end of Mass. Ushers generally serve at the same Mass each week. To learn more, please phone Tim Scanlon at 834-2431.

Psalm 151. Adult and youth members of this contemporary group sing and play at the 4:30 Vigil Mass on Saturdays from September through May, and also provide inspiring music for special occasions. Call Paul Peterangelo at 871-0525 for information.