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Ministries

Our parish flourishes when we each give our gifts in service to God and one another. Explore the many ways to pray, serve, and build up our community.

Not sure where you fit

That is fine. Call the parish office and tell us a little about yourself. We will help you find a place.

  • Pray Deepen your relationship with God and others. Explore →
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Worship

5 listings

The hands and voices that serve the Mass itself: at the altar, the ambo, the doors, and in the choir.

Altar Servers

Assist the priest and deacon at Mass and other liturgical celebrations.

St. JamesWeekly or Monthly

Readers

Proclaim the Word of God at weekend and weekday Masses.

St. JamesMonthly Commitment

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

Help distribute the Body and Blood of Christ during Mass.

All RCCV parishesLiturgical service

Music Ministry

Lead the congregation in sacred music as part of the liturgy.

St. JamesWeekly Rehearsals

Hospitality Ministry

Welcome parishioners and visitors at the doors of our churches.

All RCCV parishesLiturgical service

Prayer

3 listings

Keeping company with the Lord and with one another: in adoration, in fellowship, and on the way into the Church.

Eucharistic Adoration

Keep watch with Our Lord in Eucharistic Adoration.

St. JamesWeekly or Monthly

Fraternus (Men's Ministry)

A brotherhood of men committed to genuine friendship and living the faith together.

St. JamesMonthly, Plus First Fridays

Upon This Rock (OCIA)

A path for adults becoming Catholic and Catholics who want to know their faith better.

All RCCV parishesPrayer and formation

Youth & Family

4 listings

Handing on the faith to the next generation, from the youngest children to high school students.

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd

A Montessori-based program for children aged 3-6.

Our Lady of the ValleyTuesday Mornings, Sept–Apr

Children's Liturgy

Children hear the Sunday readings and explore their meaning at their own level.

Our Lady of the ValleyWeekly, During Sunday Mass

Faith Formation for Children

Children prepare for Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation.

St. JamesWeekly, Sunday Evenings

Youth Ministry

Faith, friendship, and formation for teens in Grades 7-12.

Our Lady of the ValleyWeekly Gatherings

Service

2 listings

Serving Christ in the poor, the sick, the lonely, and the dying.

Parish Outreach Ministry

Serving Christ in the poor with love, respect, justice, and joy.

St. JamesOngoing Service

Pastoral Care Ministry

Visit the lonely, sick, elderly, and dying with friendship, presence, and prayer.

All RCCV parishesWeekly to Monthly Visits

Organizations

5 listings

Established parish organizations for fellowship, charity, counsel, and long-running works of service.

Catholic Women's League (St. James)

Catholic women grow in faith, serve the parish, and support the wider community.

St. JamesParish organization

Catholic Women's League (OLOV)

The CWL at Our Lady of the Valley gathers for prayer, fellowship, fundraising, and service.

Our Lady of the ValleyFive Meetings a Year

Knights of Columbus, Council 4949

Catholic men serve the parish through charity, fraternity, and faith.

St. JamesParish organization

Knights of Columbus, Council 12202

Catholic men at Our Lady of the Valley serve those who are poor, homeless, and sick.

Our Lady of the ValleyParish organization

Parish Pastoral Council

One council helps guide parish life across the Vernon-area parishes.

All RCCV parishesParish organization

Have questions?

Reach the parish office and we'll help you find your place.

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