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/Sacristy 

Ministers who clean and prepare liturgical vessels, vestments, and linens for the liturgy. Altar ministry leader: Rudy Portales; 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.                                   
  
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. Baptism ministry leader: Rosie Withers

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 Committee

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


Pastoral Council

A cross section of the parish community that understands its role in the Pastoral care of the parish.  Assist the parish staff with the revisions and reviews of the Pastoral plan.


Communidades de Base

Neighborhood base spiritual building prayer groups. Ministry contact: Lupita Sauceda

   
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. Youth ministry leader: Julio V. Cantu


Building Committee

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


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: Lily (956) 778-8401, Anabel (956) 792-9506, and Karina (956) 330-5396


Ministry of Mothers Sharing (MOMS)

This ministry gathers women together to form a network of mutual spiritual support and provide a group experience of learning, praying, and ministering to each other. MOMS introduces women to opportunities for personal and spiritual growth.

Session topics include stress, everyday spirituality, feelings, and personal goal setting. An orientation for the group is scheduled for January 30 at 6:30 p.m. at the CCE building.

Contact: (English) Mary (956) 742-9439
              (Spanish) Zinnia (956) 491-2974

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.


Evergreens

This ministry is in the planning stages and will target people 65 years and older. It's still in the planning stages.

Contact: Mary (956) 577-3965


Communion Outreach Ministry

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


Outreach to the 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: Virgina Gonzalez


St. Vincent de Paul Society

A Catholic lay organization that offers person-to-person service to the needy. Ministry leader: D. Torres


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.