Get Involved In A Ministry
We invite you to get involved in one of our many ministries here at Mary Mother! Each ministry will have a link to more information, or a person to contact for more information about getting involved.
Pastoral Care
Pastoral Care Minister
Visit/share the Eucharist with homebound parishioners, assist in Mass/services at senior living facilities. Contact Janet Gorshe for more information.
Stephen Ministry
Minister 1:1 weekly with a parishioner experiencing a challenge in life, requires training.
Rosary Makers
Come together to make rosaries for those in our community and abroad. Contact Norma Hall or Leroy Berres for more information.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Knit/crochet blessed shawls that are offered to our community members. Contact Janet Gorshe for more information.
Military Support
Organize donations and pack care packages that are sent to our soldiers overseas. Contact Janet Gorshe for more information.
Grief Support
Come together to receive support after the loss of a loved one. Contact Dcn. Jerry Saladin for more information.
Care Givers
Receive support for those who care for others physically, mentally, and emotionally. Contact Janet Gorshe for more information.
Social Justice
Pro-Life
Coordinate the Baby Shower drive and/or participate in the March for Life rallies
Meals at Mary Mother
Prep and serve meals to the community every 3rd and 4th Thursday of the month. Contact Janet Gorshe for more information.
Panera Bread
Collect and organize day old bread from Panera every Tuesday morning for the community. Contact Janet Gorshe for more information.
Loaves and Fishes
Prepare and serve a free meal once a month to those in need. Contact Janet Gorshe for more information.
Mary’s Food Shelf
Organize our food pantry for individuals in need. Contact Janet Gorshe for more information.
Sacrament Preparation
RCIA
Assist and accompany those going through the Rite of Christian Initiation to receive sacraments. Contact Roxanne Tozier for more information.
Marriage Prep Mentor Couples
Mentor newly married and engaged couples in our community. Contact Anne Susag for more information.
Baptism Workshops
Accompany families preparing for the baptism of their child(ren). Contact Cindy Monn for more information.
First Reconciliation Workshops
Accompany children and families preparing for First Reconciliation. Contact Cindy Monn for more information.
First Eucharist Workshops & Retreats
Accompany children and families preparing for First Eucharist. Contact Cindy Monn for more information.
Adult Formation
Bible Study
Participate or lead weekly bible studies in the spring and fall. Contact the Parish Office for more information (952-890-0045)
Divine Mercy Cenacle
Be formed through a devotion to the Divine Mercy and St. Faustina. Contact Janet Gorshe for more information.
Councils/Commissions
Liturgy Commission
Contact Nancy Arbogast for more information.
Finance Council
Contact Nancy Arbogast for more information.
Parish Pastoral Council
Contact Nancy Arbogast for more information.
Liturgy
Projector Slide Ministry
Manage projectors and slides during liturgy. Contact Roxanne Tozier for more information.
Seasonal Decorating
Assist in decorating the sanctuary according to the liturgical season. Contact Roxanne Tozier for more information.
Lectors
Proclaim the readings during Mass. Contact Roxanne Tozier for more information.
Eucharistic Ministers
Distribute the Body and Blood of Christ during Mass. Contact Roxanne Tozier for more information.
Ministers of Hospitality/Greeters
Assist/organize hospitality after Mass, greet those arriving to mass. Contact Roxanne Tozier for more information.
Sound Ministry
Assist with the sound/mics during the liturgy. Contact Roxanne Tozier for more information.
Adoration
Participate in Adoration hours during the week, help organize Adorers. Contact Roxanne Tozier for more information.
Altar Servers
Assist the priest with holding the book, preparing the altar, and incense for special Masses. Contact Roxanne Tozier for more information.
Music
Choirs
Participate in rehearsals and the choir during Mass. Contact David Jeske for more information.
Cantors
Lead the congregation in various Mass parts. Contact David Jeske for more information.
Administration
Counters
Assist in counting weekend collections Monday mornings. Contact Anne Susag for more information.
Gardens and Grounds
Manage the gardens and grounds of our facilities. Contact Nancy Arbogast for more information.
Knights of Columbus
Catholic Men Fraternal Organization that helps our community. Contact Nancy Arbogast for more information.
Fellowship
Provide hospitality after Masses. Contact Nancy Arbogast for more information.
Library Guild
Maintain our Parish Library. Contact Nancy Arbogast for more information.
Children’s and Youth Formation
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Catechists
Accompany children/youth during weekly faith formation sessions, requires training. Contact Cindy Monn for more information.
Youth Formation Catechists
Facilitate a small group of youth in middle or high school, training required. Contact Amy Schroeder for more information.
Adult Leaders/Chaperones
Assist at youth nights, chaperone youth events. Contact Amy Schroeder for more information.
Summit Peer Ministry
High school volunteers who help plan Youth Ministry programs. Contact Amy Schroeder for more information.
CGS Formation
Catechist training, learn to present scripture and liturgy to children 3 years old through 5th grade. Contact Cindy Monn for more information.
Vacation Bible School
Accompany a small group of children during VBS, set up and break down of VBS. Contact Cindy Monn for more information.