Liturgical Ministries
Music Ministries
Adult Choir and Instrumentalists
James Tokarski .. 724-444-1971 Ext. 21
The Adult Choir adds beauty and solemnity to the liturgy. The choir primarily sings at the 10:00 AM Sunday Mass and at various other special liturgies such as Christmas, Confirmation and liturgies during Holy Week. Choir rehearsals are held weekly from September through May on Thursdays. Instrumentalists are welcome to play for special celebrations with the adult choir.
Cantors
James Tokarski .. 724-444-1971 Ext. 21
Cantors lead the congregation in song at liturgy. They serve a vital role collaborating with the Director of Music Ministry to provide the music for worship. The Director of Music Ministry prepares tape recordings of all hymns and responses for the cantors.
Children’s Choir
James Tokarski ... 724-444-1971 Ext. 21
The children’s choir is comprised of youth from grades K through 5. They assist in music at Liturgy on Christmas Eve and Easter and at one or two regular Sunday liturgies during the year. Rehearsals are Monday evenings September through Easter.
Contemporary Choir
Carol Huber ............. 724-443-6843
The contemporary choir offers another style of music to enhance our liturgical celebrations with vocalists, keyboard and guitar players and other instrumentalists. They generally lead the music on a monthly basis and for occasional requests. Rehearsals are Thursday evenings from September through May.
Handbell Choir
James Tokarski ... 724-444-1971 Ext. 21
Adult and youth (grades 4 and up) handbell choirs add to the beauty of the music at special liturgical celebrations and at one or two regular Sunday liturgies during the year. Adult handbell rehearsals are on Thursday evenings September through May and children’s handbell rehearsals are on Monday evenings September through May.
Life Teen Choir and Instrumentalists
Daniel Strudwick ... 724-444-1971 Ext. 17
Teens and adults are invited to participate in the Life Teen music ministry. Masses are held twice per month (usually on the second and fourth Sundays) at 5:30 PM from September through May. Rehearsals take place prior to the Mass beginning at 4 PM.
Altar Ministries
Lectors
Ron Bergman ............. 724-443-7159
Proclaim the 1st and 2nd readings at Mass plus intercessions and announcements. This requires two separate-one hour training sessions.
* Meetings: Reflection once every two years
* Commitment: Lector at 1 or 2 Masses each month
Liturgy of the Word for Children
Valerie Bender .............. 724-443-2714
Catechists provide the liturgical readings for the children and an explanation on an age appropriate level. Materials are available.
* Meetings: Children’s Liturgy occurs twice a month during the 10:00 AM Sunday Mass. Usually the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month
* Commitment: Approximately 20 minutes during Mass, 2 - 3 times a year and appropriate preparation time
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Ron Bergman .............. 724-443-7159
Distributes Holy Communion (Body and Blood of Christ) to the congregation. Sets vessels up for the next Mass.
* Meetings: Reflection once every two years
* Commitment: Once a month at Mass or more frequently if needed
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion to the Shut Ins
Ron Bergman ............... 724-443-7159
Distributes Holy Communion to those at home or in institutions.
* Meetings: Reflection once every two years
* Commitment: Each person should receive Holy Communion on a weekly basis.
Altar Servers
Annette Fleissner .............. 724-443-7032
Assists the priest during Mass. Grades 3 through high school as well as adults are welcome.
* Masses: Saturday evening or Sunday morning
* Commitment: Initial training session totaling 7.5 hours, one hour Mass scheduled approximately once a month. Holy Days of Obligation, Weddings, Funerals and other worship services require altar servers.
Sacristans
Mary Jordan .... 724-444-1971 ext 12
Preparation for all liturgical celebrations - placement of hosts, wine and water. Setting of liturgical books.
* Meetings: As necessary
* Commitment: 30 minutes before Mass on Saturday evening or Sunday morning
Arts and Environment
Mary Ann O’Connor ......... 724-443-6401
Planning and decorating the church sanctuary and the Narthex. This also includes the social hall for Christmas and Easter Masses.
* Meetings: 1st Wednesday of each month, September through May
* Commitment: Monthly meeting plus decorating time for all liturgical feasts
Welcoming Ministry
Greeters
Mary Jordan .... 724-444-1971 ext 12
Greeters foster a warm and welcome atmosphere to worship. Entire families are encouraged to participate in this ministry. Greeters are at the entrance of the church and as worshippers enter, they are welcomed with a smile, handshake and warm hello.
* Meetings: Reflection once every two years
* Commitment: 30 minutes before Mass on Saturday evening or Sunday morning
Ushers
Raymond Bender .............. 724-443-9087
Welcome parishioners to Mass, help with seating, take collections and distribute bulletins.
* Meetings: Reflection once every two years
* Commitment: 20 minutes before and 20 minutes after Mass on Saturday evening or Sunday morning
Caring For God’s People
Comfort Blanket Ministry
Eleanor Heuer ............... 724-443-6569
This group makes comfort blankets to be given to those who are going through difficult times as a symbol of the prayers and concern of the parish family.
* Meetings: Mondays 9:30 AM - come when you can, work at home
* Commitment: Flexible: Many hands and various skills needed to complete projects
Funeral Luncheon
Brigid Christenson ............... 724-443-1934
Coordinates the setup, serving and cleanup for the funeral luncheons held in our parish social hall.
* Meetings: As necessary
* Commitment: 4 hours per luncheon
Food Bank
Donna Martin ............... 724-443-6140
Pick up all food from donations at church and deliver to the Lighthouse on Route 8. In December we distribute “Angel Gift Tags” and deliver gifts.
* Meetings: As necessary
- Commitment: One day per month all year, approximately 1 - 1 ½ hours
Nurses
JoAnn Merhaut………..724-443-6186
Blood pressure screening on first and third Sundays after 8 AM Mass.
- Meetings: As necessary
- Commitment: One Hour twice per month.
Stephen Ministry
Mary Jo Robbins .... 724-444-1971 ext 22
Provides one on one Christian support to individuals going through life transition or crisis.
* Meetings: Twice monthly
* Commitment: Initial training of 50 hours is spread out over 4 months
Welcoming Committee
Liana Murray ............... 724-443-0136
Welcoming new parishioners and their families, giving them a welcome packet and explaining the wonderful things our parish has to offer.
* Meetings: As necessary
* Commitment: One hour per parishioner visit
Caring For Church Property
Outdoors
Grass Busters
Herb Bombich ............... 724-443-5742
Mow lawns around the church area, parking lot islands, and perimeter of the parking lot.
* Meetings: As necessary
* Commitment: Approximately 2 ½ hours every 7 - 10 days-April-October
Gardening Committee
Carole Keeley ............... 724-449-7538
Maintain the outside gardens of the church: weeding, watering and pruning.
* Meetings: As necessary
* Commitment: 2 - 2 ½ hours a week-late May-September
Indoors
Dust Busters
Len and Marjorie Weidner ............... 724-444-0031
Cleaning the church and narthex: dusting, vacuuming pews and mopping the floors.
* Meetings: As necessary
* Commitment: Approximately 1 ½ hours every five weeks
Sanctuary Cleaners
Mary Jordan ..... 724-444-1971 ext 12
Dust and sweep sanctuary floor, refresh holy water and baptismal font. Refill vigil candles.
* Meetings: As necessary
* Commitment: 1 - 1 ½ hours every 5 weeks on Thursday or Friday
Altar Linens/Cloths
Alice Skundrich ............... 724-443-6739
Launder and press the corporals and linens used at the altar during Mass.
* Meetings: As necessary
* Commitment: 3 hours every 3 months
Plant Caregivers (Indoor)
Chris Morris ............... 724-443-2026
Water live green plants in the sanctuary and in the narthex.
* Meetings: As necessary
* Commitment: 1 - 1 ½ hour every 5 weeks on a Thursday or Friday morning
Administration
Office Volunteers
Mary Jordan ..... 724-444-1971 ext 12
Counting collections, balancing each Mass, recording amounts and preparing deposit slips.
* Meetings: Sundays or Mondays
* Commitment: 3 to 4 hours each time - twice per month
Office Helpers
Amy Kapp ...... 724-444-1971 ext 0
Preparing mailings, collating materials, assist in answering phone.
* Meetings: As necessary
* Commitment: Flexible
Parish Organizations
Forever Young
Patricia Mershimer ............... 724-443-5813
Carole Keeley ............... 724-449-7538
Welcomes anyone over 55! Our motto is “Fun, Food and Fellowship and stay Forever Young!”
* Meetings: 2nd Thursday of the month - 12:00 noon - September-May
* Commitment: Monthly meetings of 2 hours and $5.00 membership fee
Ladies Group
Rose Bienkowski ............... 724-443-0443
Provides fellowship for women of the parish - Come and enjoy!!
* Meetings: 3rd Monday of the month - 7:00PM - September - May
* Commitment: 1 ½ - 2 hours a month
Ladies of Charity
Anne Pfennigwerth ............... 724-443-2388
Visiting shut-ins and nursing home patients
* Meetings: Last Monday of the month - 7PM
* Commitment: 1 hour per month for visitation and 1 hour for meetings
Men’s Group
John Wallace ............... 724-449-7293
Provides fellowship for men of the parish - Come and enjoy!!
* Meetings: 1st Sunday of the month - 8:30 PM - September-May
* Commitment: Average 3 hours per activity
Mission Group
Jean Gabor ............... 724-443-1022
Provide spiritual and financial support primarily to an orphanage in Patzun, Guatemala throughout the year. We also make an annual trip to assess their needs and offer assistance.
* Meetings: 2nd Tuesday of the month - 7:45PM
* Commitment: Time varies depending on fundraisers
Parents of Little Ones (POLO)
Diana DiMaria ............... 412-492-0521
Jackie Weigand ............... 724-444-4613
Offers parents of little ones a chance for spiritual growth, relaxation, learning, meaningful discussion and creative activity. We provide safe environments for the children with age appropriate activities.
* Meetings: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month-9:00 AM-September-May
* Commitment: Two hours per meeting
Respect Life
JoAnn Merhaut ............... 724-443-6186
Coordinates pro-life activities: March for Life, Life Chain, collections for pro-life groups and sponsor two blood drives a year.
* Meetings: Every other month
* Commitment: Varies depending on activity
St. Vincent de Paul Society
Church Office ............... 724-444-1971
Leads women and men to join together to grow spiritually by offering person to person temporal assistance to those in need and suffering.
* Meetings: 1st Wednesday of the month
* Commitment: 1-4 hours a month or as needed
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