WORSHIP MINISTRIES

VESSELS OF GRACE. The ministries of the Worship Commission gather together in a day of renewal and workshop with Father James Lennon.

 

 

The ministries below are among those that are supported and coordinated by the Worship Commission of Saint Michael Church.  If there is any way that we or any of the ministries below can serve you, please contact the person listed under the ministry, or call the parish office to direct you to the coordinators.  Thank you very much.

 

 

Altar Servers Dedicated, responsible, youth, 5th - 8th grade assist the priest in the celebration of Mass and other worship services: weddings, funerals, confirmation, etc. Periodic meetings will be held for training. This is an excellent way for the young people to be involved in Liturgy, and is a stepping stone to future involvement in Liturgy, such as Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors.

Contacts:  Fr. Santos “Sunny” Castillo 630-462-5002 / frsunny@stmichaelcommunity.org

                  Ron Kinsley 630-690-1329 / Rkinsle@aol.com

                  George Carr 630-665-0994 / carrgj@sbcglobal.net

                  Gene Kania 630-665-8365 / skania@safeplace.net

 

Art & Environment Ministry  Responsible for the “atmosphere,” “mood” and “climate” of liturgical celebrations.  A variety of talents are needed.  Imagination, creativity, design, floral arranging, and manpower are welcome.  Volunteers for the Easter and Christmas Seasons are always welcome to assist in the beautification of the church as well as the end of season dismantle of the display.

Contact:  Joan Scheib 630-665-0234 / joanscheib@sbcglobal.net

 

Bereavement Ministry Assists families in the days immediately following a loved one’s death by providing general pastoral care and also by helping the family plan the funeral liturgy.

Contact: Cathy Swanson 630-462-5044 / cswanson@stmichaelcommunity.org

               

Children’s Liturgy of the Word  Provides an opportunity for children in Kindergarten through 8th grade attending 9:00 or 10:30 Mass to hear the Sunday readings proclaimed from the Children’s Lectionary and discuss them in an age appropriate way.  Children are invited each week to go to the Parish Center after the opening prayer and re-join their families shortly after the Prayer of the Faithful.  Facilitators are needed to lead these sessions.  Helpers (teens – adults) are needed to accompany the children to, from, and during the sessions.

Contact:  Cathy Gottlieb 630-510-9342

 

Eucharistic Adoration Offers a time to adore Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament on the 1st Tuesday of every month beginning at 8:30am. Volunteers are needed to “keep watch” throughout the day which concludes with Holy Hour and Benediction at 7:00pm.  Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus.

Contact: Dan Glab  # 630-665-0729 / dan012057@aol.com

 

Extraordinary Ministers of Communion Men and women help the priest and deacon to distribute the Body and Blood of Jesus with reverence, dignity, and warm hospitality. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old and are always welcome!

Ø      All New Ministers and all Weekend Masses:

            Contact: Ron Kinsley 630-690-1329 / Rkinsle@aol.com

Ø      For 6:30 AM Daily Mass:

            Contact: Cathy Swanson 630-462-5044 / cswanson@stmichaelcommunity.org

Ø      For 8:00 AM Daily Mass:

            Contact: Pat Daleiden 630-668-6307 / angelforce1@aol.com

 

Laundering of Church Linens

Launder albs.   

Contact: Vada Armbrust 630-668-5651                

Launder small linens (purificators, corporals, etc.).

Contact: Herbie Bollweg 630-668-7351 / bobb823@ispwest.com

 

Mass Coordinators Assist at weekend and special liturgies by making sure that everything is set up for the Mass, and making sure that there are enough Extraordinary  Ministers, Ministers of the Word, Ministers of Hospitality, and Altar Servers.  Training is given as needed.

Contact:  Ron Kinsley 630-690-1329 / Rkinsle@aol.com

 

Ministers of Hospitality (Ushers) People who enjoy helping others and have concern for the comfort of the assembly.  In addition to welcoming the community to worship, these ministers tend to those tasks that bring good order to the liturgy.

Contact:  Steve Schultz 630-682-8429 / spmarg@sbcglobal.net

 

Ministers of the Word (Lectors) This ministry is open to those interested in proclaiming the Word of God at liturgies and days of celebration.  The lector uses his or her voice, body, and feelings to present the great eternal message proclaimed in Scripture. New volunteers are always welcome!

Ø      New Lectors and all Weekend Masses:

      Contact: Betty Basista Ronaldson 630-621-6008 / bettybasista@sbcglobal.net

Ø      For 6:30 AM Daily Mass:

Contact: Cathy Swanson 630-462-5044 / cswanson@stmichaelcommunity.org

For 8:00 AM Daily Mass:

            Contact: Peg Matte 630-221-0876 / glamgalizzo@sbcglobal.net

 

Ministers to the Sick  This ministry offers Christ’s presence and that of St. Michael community by providing spiritual support to the elderly, shut-ins or persons home recuperating from hospital stays.  Members make “at home” visits, offering the Eucharist, and sharing prayer and concern for their well-being.

Contacts:  Deacon John Cozzens 630-665-2250 / j.cozzens@sbcglobal.net

Thecla Rettberg, RN 630-462-5042 / trettberg@stmichaelcommunity.org

Mary Ellen Kripp 630-260-9380

 

Ministers to the Sick at the Wheaton Care Center Visit and distribute communion to the residents once every 5-6 weeks.

Ø      Distribute Communion during the week:

Contact: David Balane 630-665-8639 / dmbalane@sbcglobal.net

Ø      Distribute Communion and help with Mass on Tuesdays:

Contact:  Ben & Catherine Calacci 630-688-7023 / cbnk@aol.com

 

Music Ministry Music is of preeminent importance in the celebration of our Faith.  It imparts a sense of unity to the assembly and helps set a reverent tone to the seasons of the Liturgical Year.  Please consider lending your talents to enhance our music ministry.

Contact: Christopher Orf 630-462-5005 / corf@stmichaelcommunity.org

Ø      Cantor Programs For individuals who would like to assist in leading parish members in worship of song and liturgy.

Ø      Parish Choir For singers from high school to adult.

Ø      Children’s Choir For all children from grades 1-6.

      Contact: Chris Orf 630-462-5005 / corf@stmichaelcommunity.org

Ø      Children’s Hand Chime Choir For grades 5 – 8.

      Contact: Pat Statwick 630-690-8155 / pmstatwick@yahoo.com

Ø      Contemporary Ensemble For those interested in sharing contemporary and progressive Christian music.

Ø      Handbell Ensemble For those who are interested in learning and experiencing the joy of handbells.

Contact: Pat Statwick 630-690-8155 / pmstatwick@yahoo.com

Ø     Instrumental and Gifted Musicians  For all ages to share their special talents. 

 

Sewing Baptismal Garments A garment is sewn and then given to the family when their son or daughter is baptized.

Contact: Kathleen Gresk 630-690-6432 / kathleen.gresk@orthodupage.com