Lectors
Lectors in English and Spanish are needed for all Masses at Our Lady of the Assumption Church/San Felipe Neri Mission.

Lectors assist with the proclamation of the Word of God, announcements and the general intercessions. Ministry leader: Diana Koite
 
Altar Society

Ministers who clean and prepare liturgical vessels, vestments, and linens for the liturgy.; Altar Society ministry leader: Grace Duran

Church Environment 

Ministers who assist the priest reflect a church environment that welcomes and enhances worship. 

Greeters or ushers are needed for each of the Masses. Greeters would have to arrive to church 30 minutes before the Mass begins and welcome churchgoers. It's optional to wear an Our Lady of the Assumption shirt.                                 

They provide hospitality and welcome all worshipers as they arrive to the celebration of the Mass.  May help in various ways throughout the liturgy. Usher ministry Leader: Elizabeth Tamayo

Altar Servers

Assist the presider at the altar and throughout the liturgy.   Open to parishioners males and females after reception of the sacraments of Reconciliation (Penance) and Holy Communion. They must also attend Mass and attend CCE. Contact: Maria Cardenas                               
  
Eucharistic Ministers

Assist the presider and concelebrants and deacons with the distribution of the Body and Blood of Christ. Clarissa Sanchez is the leader of the extra ordinary ministers of the Eucharist and the lectors. She collaborates with leaders of each Mass and be responsible for training, meetings, and schedules. Click here to see the minister schedule

Choir

Sing at Saturday liturgy, 6:00 PM (English/Spanish) Sunday liturgy at 8:00 AM (Spanish) 10:00 AM (English/Spanish), 12:00 noon (English), 6:00 PM (Spanish).  Also sing during Special Feast, and Holy Days of Obligation. Choir ministry leader: Maria Cantu
 

Instrumentalists

Parishioners that can play string, woodwinds, and brass instruments.  They accompany the assembly’s hymns and or perform solo.










 

Baptism Leaders

Minister to the parents/godparents of children preparing for the Sacrament of Baptism.


Reconciliation/First Communion

Teach children and youth in the preparation of these sacraments.

Confirmation

Teach youth in the preparation of the Sacrament of Confirmation.
 
Marriage Preparation Sponsor Couple

Assist with marriage preparation. Marriage sponsor couples ministry leader: Ray & Mary Garza

Kermes

Annual fall and spring social and fundraising event to benefit the parish.  Offers community building experience, good food and an evening of entertainment.


Finance

Assists the pastor with the review and enhancement of the revenue donated and raised by the parish. 


   
Youth Ministry

Adult sponsors needed to provide various opportunities for youth to deepen their relationship with God, form new friendships, and strengthen old ones and participate in their community. life Teen:


Building Committee

Open to parishioners interested in the improvement and on going maintenance of all the church structures and property.  Dalia Tovar


Parental Involvement

Parents of children attending formation classes that assist DRE as office support, classroom aides, and activities requiring chaperons.


Church Office Help

Visit with fellow parishioners while helping to prepare mailings, seasonal worship, booklets, special events, or routine office work.


Marriage Enrichment Ministry

This ministry is committed to bringing couples together around special events that include biblical studies, small prayer groups, workshops, annual retreats, and conferences. It works to support and promote the covenant marriage relationship.

Contacts; Ray and Mary Garza


 

Matachines

You've seen them dance at the kermes and at the Dia de Guadalupe Mass. You're invited to join them. They meet Thursdays at the parish hall. Children's classes take place at 6 p.m. Classes for adults are at 7 p.m.

You may purchase your own costume. They also have costumes that can be borrowed.

Ministry leader: Dolores Jaimez (956) 365-3319


Catholic Physicians Guild
Doctors, nurses, LVN, RN, EMS personnel are invited to attend the guild meetings. The group meets in the CCE building. Please check the church bulletin for meeting dats and times. Dr. Jason Peters


Communion To the Sick

Special ministers of the Eucharist that visit and bring Communion to the hospitalized and homebound after Mass on Sunday or during the week. Ministry leader: Dr. Chris Garcia

Homebound and Elderly

Ministers that keep the homebound connected to our faith through telephone calls, visits, greeting cards, or special errands.


Knights of Columbus

A Catholic fraternal service organization that provide social ministries for the parish. Members must be at least 18 years old. If married, members must be married by the Catholic Church. Ministry leader: Ismael Herrera


Guadalupanas

Ladies organized in honor of the Virgen de Guadalupe dedicated to promoting special recognition and prayer to our Blessed Mother and to the support of the parish in special feasts. Ministry leader: Lydia Alvarez


St. Vincent de Paul Society

A Catholic lay organization that offers person-to-person service to the needy. Every Tuesday; come by Office.  rose Salinas


Newcomers committee

Plan and implement a program to more effectively welcome the new parish members into our community.


Vocation Awareness Committee

Assist parents, catechists, and other groups with ideas, materials and activities to raise the awareness of religious vocation as a life-choice.


Men's Spirituality Group

Join together to learn about the Apostles and the characteristics shared with them. Join discussions on how their ministries 2,000 years ago still impact our lives today. They meet every third Saturday morning from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. in the CCE building.