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This choir regularly leads the community's sung prayer for Sunday Mass and major Holy Days throughout the year.

Altar servers assist the priest during the liturgies. Their roles include carrying the processional cross and sometimes incense and candles. They hold the proper liturgical book for the presider and perform other functions that enable the celebration to flow in a reverent manner. This ministry is open to all adults and youth ages fifth grade and older. Training is required and provided.

The role of the cantor is to support and lead the singing assembly and to proclaim psalms. Cantors must be competent not only as singers but as leaders of prayer. Persons interested need not be members of any choir. Cantors provide leadership in singing Sunday and Holy Day Masses and parish celebrations of the Liturgy of the Hours.

As part of the Beacons of Light initiative, the St. Gaspar Family of Parishes has established a combined Finance Council. Each of the six parishes contributes two representatives. Precious Blood representatives: Marty Blasko, John Kettler.

As part of the Beacons of Light initiative, the St. Gaspar Family of Parishes has established a combined Pastoral Council. Each of the six parishes contributes two representatives. Councils offer guidance to pastors and parish staff, shaping ministry goals and evaluating progress. Precious Blood representatives: Becky Chestnut, Jenn Smith.

Eucharistic ministers distribute the Body and Blood of Christ to fellow Catholics at Mass. They assist with setup of Communion vessels prior to Mass, assist the celebrant with the distribution of Holy Communion, and properly clean and store the vessels after Mass. This ministry is open to those who have received the Sacrament of Confirmation. Training will be provided.

Handbell ringers contribute to our worship by periodically playing during Mass.

Parishioners who play musical instruments are invited to share their talent with the community. Instrumentalists are always welcome, especially during the Christmas and Easter seasons.

Lectors proclaim the scripture at all Masses, Sundays and weekdays, and special liturgies, such as Vespers. The ministry of the lector is of utmost importance to the life of the Church, for the lector proclaims God's Living Word.

Liturgical ministry is an excellent opportunity to fulfill your baptismal call of service to others. Our liturgies should utilize the talents and gifts God has given this community to the fullest extent. Whether participation is behind-the-scenes planning or a public role of service within the Mass, parishioner contributions make our liturgies truly life-giving celebrations!

The ministers of hospitality (ushers and greeters) greet current members and assist or direct visitors. They are also available to help members of the congregation who require special assistance. At the end of Sunday Mass they distribute bulletins.

There are many ways parishioners of all ages can become involved in music ministry, primarily through the singing assembly. Includes Adult Choir, Instrumental Music Ministry, Handbell Ministry, and Cantoring.