Liturgical Ministries

Service at God's Altar

Altar servers assist the celebrant and the entire worshipping community during the celebration of the liturgy of the Mass, during special liturgies, and during the celebration of sacraments.

Starting in 4th grade, parishioners can serve as altar servers. The only true requirements are having made one's First Communion and having a sincere love of God. Altar servers get a behind-the-scenes look of the liturgy, learning about and leading the congregation in the actions of Mass.

If you are interested in learning more about this ministry, please contact the Church Office at (504) 866-3621.

Serving Our Youth

During the 10:30am Mass, our children are invited to participate in Children's Chapel at the time of the Liturgy of the Word. It is with great joy that they receive a message.

If you are interested in learning more about this ministry, please contact the Church Office at (504) 866-3621.

Service of the Body and Blood of Christ

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion assist the priests and deacons in the distribution of Holy Communion. This ministry is most clearly visible at Mass, but it is also powerfully displayed by bringing Communion to the sick and homebound.

If you are interested in learning more about this ministry, please contact the Church Office at (504) 866-3621.

Proclaiming God's Word

Tasked with reading the Sunday selection from the Old Testament and St. Paul's epistles, the lector leads the congregation in hearing God's Word and, thus, stirring it into action.

Lectors also offer a warm word of greeting at the beginning of Mass and keep parishioners informed of archdiocesan news and parish events through the reading of the announcements.

If you are interested in learning more about this ministry, please contact the Church Office at (504) 866-3621.

Music Ministry 

The Music Ministry provides music for our liturgies, both regular Sunday, as well as Holy Days and special activities throughout the year.

Under the direction of Angelo Lupinetti, the 10:30am Mass features additional vocal accompaniment. To volunteer your voice in prayerful service to God, please contact our Music Director.

Offering the Ministry of Hospitality

Ushers assist with the celebration of the Mass by greeting and seating Mass attendees, taking attendance counts, assisting with collections, coordinating the proper receiving of Holy Communion, and distributing any necessary literature at conclusion of the Mass. 

If you are interested in learning more about this ministry, please contact the Church Office at (504) 866-3621.