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Young men and women assist the priest at Mass. Open to all baptized students in 5th grade and above. Training provided.

Walk alongside families who have lost a loved one, offering comfort, practical support, and assistance with funeral liturgy arrangements. No one should grieve alone.

Weekly Scripture study exploring both Old and New Testaments. Open to all adults regardless of background. Meets Tuesday evenings.

Oversees the upkeep, repair, and improvement of parish buildings and grounds, ensuring our facilities serve the community well for years to come.

Volunteers who tend to and maintain the parish cemetery, ensuring a dignified, peaceful, and welcoming resting place for our beloved dead.

During the 8:00 AM Sunday Mass at Annunciation Catholic Church, children ages 4–6 are dismissed for age-appropriate proclamation of the Word before returning for the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Active during the Religious Education Year (September through May).

Faith formation classes for children, nurturing a love of God and the Catholic faith from an early age through Scripture, tradition, and prayer.

The parish choir and musicians lead the assembly in sung prayer at Sunday Masses and major feasts. Rehearsals are typically planned for once a week. New voices and instrumentalists always welcome.

Volunteers who keep our worship spaces clean and welcoming for all who gather. A simple act of service with a profound impact on every visitor.

Faithful volunteers who count and record the weekly offertory collection in accordance with diocesan guidelines and parish financial procedures.

Dedicated to praying the Rosary for the intentions of the parish and the world. Meets every Tuesday at 6:00 PM via Zoom.

Prepares the parish to respond effectively and compassionately in times of emergency, ensuring the safety and well-being of our parish community.

Decorate the church for liturgical seasons and special celebrations, creating a prayerful and beautiful worship space that reflects the rhythm of the Church year.

Trained lay ministers who assist with the distribution of Holy Communion at Mass and bring the Eucharist to the homebound.

Our food pantry serves families in need throughout Hawaiʻi Island. Open the 4th Tuesday of each month, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Volunteers and donations of non-perishable goods always welcome.

Volunteers who maintain the parish hall in clean, ready condition for Masses, meetings, and parish events.

Welcome parishioners and visitors and help maintain a prayerful, inviting environment at all Masses and parish gatherings.

A program dedicated to addressing food insecurity among children in our community, ensuring that every keiki has access to nourishing food and the care they deserve.

A ministry dedicated to honoring and serving our senior parishioners, fostering fellowship, and ensuring our elders remain a vibrant part of parish life.

Proclaim the Word of God at Mass. Training and a stable schedule are provided. A love of Scripture and clear speaking voice required.

Support and enrichment for married couples and families at every stage, drawing on the richness of Catholic teaching on love, vocation, and family life.

Bring Holy Communion and the prayerful presence of the Church to parishioners who are unable to attend Mass due to illness, age, or disability.

For adults seeking to enter the Catholic Church or complete their sacraments. Welcoming, unhurried, and open to all inquirers.

For children who wish to be confirmed outside of the Restored Order process.

Provides pastoral guidance and advisory support to the pastor, helping discern the direction of parish life in consultation with the community. Members are appointed by the pastor.

Hand-craft prayer blankets for parishioners facing illness, loss, or hardship as a tangible sign of the community’s love and intercessory prayer.

A dedicated group committed to intercessory prayer for the needs of the parish, the community, and the world. United in faith and lifted in prayer.

Prepares parents who are seeking baptism for their infant or young child, helping them understand the gift of the sacrament and their role as the first teachers of the faith.

Advocate for the dignity of human life at every stage, from conception to natural death, through prayer, education, and outreach in our local community.

Prepare the altar, sacred vessels, and vestments before Mass and care for the liturgical environment after each celebration. A quiet, essential service to the whole community.

Volunteers who gather on Saturdays to support the upkeep, beautification, and ongoing maintenance of our parish grounds and facilities.

Plans and promotes stewardship initiatives that invite parishioners to give generously of their time, talent, and treasure in service of the parish mission.

Support the parish through audio, visual, and digital technology to enhance the quality of our worship experience.

Assist with seating, guide parishioners during Mass, and support the offertory collection at Annunciation and Ascension Mission Catholic Churches.

Programs, events, and faith formation for teens that build community, deepen discipleship, and help young people encounter Christ in a meaningful way.