Lectors are assigned to read a Biblical text other than the Gospel. In early Christian times, the reader (lector) was of particular value, given the rarity of literacy.

The office of lector, was formerly classed as one of the four minor orders and in recent centuries was generally conferred only on those preparing for ordination to the priesthood. Today, this important ministry can be shared by all the faithful, who after proper training, want to take part in the ministry of the word.

If you are interested in becoming a lector, please call Ms. Janine Kramer, Director of the Religious Education Office at (718) 225-5191. Your ministry will be truly appreciated.

The ordinary ministers of the Eucharist are the ordained (bishop, priest, deacon). Extraordinary ministers are members of the parish trained to assist in the distribution of Holy Communion. The Eucharist is the heart and center of the Catholic Christian. Inviting, examining, and catechizing special Eucharistic ministers (baptized and confirmed men and women) is the concern of the community which calls them to serve. Special ministers of the Eucharist should be people who have a special love for the Eucharist. They assist in distributing Communion at Masses and bringing Eucharist to the sick as needed. If you would like to assist with this special ministry, you are requested to go through a brief interview and training session. Like the Lector, the Eucharistic Minister serves a unique role in the liturgy. It is Jesus himself who comes to us in Communion. The Eucharistic Minister serves the Body of Christ (the Church) by bringing the Body of Christ (Communion) to the members of the Body.

If you are interested in becoming Eucharistic Minister, please call Ms. Janine Kramer, Director of the Religious Education Office at (718) 225-5191. Your ministry will be truly appreciated.

Mrs. Stephanie Larkin, Music Director

Adult Choir

We are blessed with a wonderful and inspiring choir. They meet at 11:15 across from the Religious education office and provide music at the 12 Noon Mass. No prior musical experience is needed, but a commitment to rehearsing before the Sunday Mass is required. Please feel free to contact me after the services if you have any questions.

Family Choir

The Family Choir meet at 9:15 across from the Religious education office and provide music at the 10 AM Mass on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Sundays of the month. Children and their parents are invited to join, or simply sit in on a Rehearsal. You will learn rhythm and note recognition and how to read music, as well as sing some great songs at the 10:00 AM Mass.

Handbell Choir

The Handbell Choir meet at 9:15 across from the Religious education office and provide music at the 10 AM Mass on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month. All are invited to join, or simply sit in on a Rehearsal. You will learn rhythm and note recognition and how to read music, as well as play beautiful music at the 10:00 AM Mass.