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This ministry is responsible for sometimes making, but primarily laundering the altar linens used during liturgy. Linens are usually picked up after Mass and delivered by the following weekend. When there are Baptisms, there will be towels to be washed. These can be returned by the following weekend.

The main task of the server is to model liturgical prayer with grace and reverence and enter whole-heartedly into the public worship of the community. Open to boys and girls having received their First Communion. Altar server training sessions are offered throughout the year with the expectation of regular attendance.

Confirmed practicing Catholics assist the priests (who are the ordinary ministers of Holy Communion) in the distribution of Holy Communion during Mass. They may also bring the Holy Communion to those who are homebound, in nursing homes or hospitals, or in prison (see Pastoral Care). Ministry formation and training sessions are offered throughout the year with the expectation of regular attendance.

When funds are available assistance is provide to those in need assisting with fuel and food requests.

The spirit of the parish community will be nourished through the meaningful proclamation of the Word of God. Lectors, who are confirmed practicing Catholics, proclaim the scriptures during the Liturgy of the Word.

Confirmed practicing Catholics are responsible for preparing the liturgical books, vessels, linens, hosts, and wine, overseeing minister sign-in, as well as cleaning the vessels after Mass. They are also responsible for the procession of the gifts and offertory collection.

Open to children and adults of all ages who enjoy singing or playing an instrument. Please join us in helping the parish communicate with God through music.

Parish Life is responsible for promoting Christian community within the parish. Events held require: coordinators, volunteers, cooking or donating food, servers, and people to help with set up, take down and clean up after an event.

The Social Ministry reaches out to serve people throughout our community.

A political action coalition of the Richmond and Arlington dioceses. While active all year at the federal level, the main emphasis is on the Virginia General Assembly during January and February. Members try to promote Christian moral issues and bills to favor the marginalized of our state.