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.
Worship
The hands and voices that serve the Mass itself: at the altar, the ambo, the doors, and in the choir.
- St. James
Altar Servers
Assist the priest and deacon at Mass and other liturgical celebrations.
- St. James
Readers
Proclaim the Word of God at weekend and weekday Masses.
- All parishes
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Help distribute the Body and Blood of Christ during Mass.
- St. James
Music Ministry
Lead the congregation in sacred music as part of the liturgy.
- All parishes
Hospitality Ministry
Welcome parishioners and visitors at the doors of our churches.
Prayer
Keeping company with the Lord and with one another: in adoration, in fellowship, and on the way into the Church.
- St. James
Eucharistic Adoration
Keep watch with Our Lord in Eucharistic Adoration.
- St. James
Fraternus (Men's Ministry)
A brotherhood of men committed to genuine friendship and living the faith together.
- All parishes
Upon This Rock (OCIA)
A path for adults becoming Catholic and Catholics who want to know their faith better.
Youth & Family
Handing on the faith to the next generation, from the youngest children to high school students.
- Our Lady of the Valley
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
A Montessori-based program for children aged 3-6.
- Our Lady of the Valley
Children's Liturgy
Children hear the Sunday readings and explore their meaning at their own level.
- St. James
Faith Formation for Children
Children prepare for Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation.
- Our Lady of the Valley
Youth Ministry
Faith, friendship, and formation for high school students.
Service
Serving Christ in the poor, the sick, the lonely, and the dying.
Organizations
Established parish organizations for fellowship, charity, counsel, and long-running works of service.
- St. James
Catholic Women's League (St. James)
Catholic women grow in faith, serve the parish, and support the wider community.
- Our Lady of the Valley
Catholic Women's League (OLOV)
The CWL at Our Lady of the Valley gathers for prayer, fellowship, fundraising, and service.
- St. James
Knights of Columbus, Council 4949
Catholic men serve the parish through charity, fraternity, and faith.
- Our Lady of the Valley
Knights of Columbus, Council 12202
Catholic men at Our Lady of the Valley serve those who are poor, homeless, and sick.
- St. James
Parish Pastoral Council (St. James)
The St. James Parish Pastoral Council supports the parish priest in enhancing the quality of parish life, promoting parish vitality, and inviting parishioners to celebrate the faith toward the fullness of life in Christ.
- Our Lady of the Valley
Parish Pastoral Council (OLOV)
The Our Lady of the Valley Parish Pastoral Council supports the parish priest in enhancing the quality of parish life, promoting parish vitality, and inviting parishioners to celebrate the faith toward the fullness of life in Christ.
Ordinary Time
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.