Sacrament
Sacrament
The mission of Sacrament involves viewing the Church as the visible sign of Christ's presence in our midst in the liturgy and faith groups.
Music Ministry
Contact: Ric Iannone, 717-575-2186
Striving to actively involve the congregation in prayerful song during liturgies and special events is the goal of this ministry. Cantors typically led the singing at Mass and are accompanied by musicians playing piano, guitar, or organ. Cantors and musicians are scheduled as they are available for the Mass they regularly attend. Currently, Cantors and musicians are always welcomed to join and share their talents with this ministry. Contact Ric to get involved.
Extraordinary Ministers
Contact: Susan Martin
Called to bring the Body and Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ to her church, these ministers, frequently referred to as Extraordinary Ministers, assist the priest in distribution of the Eucharist. Ministers are men and women who are at least 18 years of age (high school seniors) and are appointed by the Pastor. Training is provided at the diocesan and local level. Extraordinary Ministers may also volunteer to take the Eucharist to the sick and homebound.
Altar Servers
Contact: Dan Martin, 717-481-8547
Serve at the Lord's table. Altar Servers play an important role in all parish liturgies. Servers are boys and girls of at least 4th Grade age who assist the priest and other ministers at Mass. Servers receive special training and usually serve in pairs. Altar Servers typically serve once or twice a month and are scheduled with other family members who may be serving in another ministry at Mass. New Altar Servers are always needed. Please contact Dan for more information or to volunteer.
Church Decorating
Contact: Joe Hoenninger, 717-575-2596
Glorify God through the art and environment aspects of the church worship space. The main work of the committee is to decorate the church for the various special and seasonal liturgies. The volunteers design a plan and implement it for the Christmas, Easter and other seasons of the Liturgical year. Please contact Joe if interested in helping with this ministry.
Ushers
Contact: The Parish Office, 717-392-2225
Ushers serve the integral function of greeting parishioners or visitors, offering help locating a seat and maintaining an orderly liturgy. Members should possess gifts of leadership, coordination, and expression in serving members of the Body of Christ. Ushers also coordinate the Offertory procession and Communion lines. Ushers serve at the Mass they attend. Ushering involves arriving early and leaving later as necessary. Usher are also needed at special liturgies. Training is provided. New Ushers are always welcomed. Please call Mario for more information or to volunteer.
Lectors
Contact: Joe Hoenninger, 717-575-2596
Proclaim the Word of God at Mass and at other liturgical events. Lectors should be practicing Catholics in good standing, of high school age or older, and be able to provide a clear and articulate reading of the Sacred Scriptures, as well as various prayers and announcements. Lectors receive training and typically are scheduled to read at Mass one or two times per month. If interested in sharing this talent with the parish, please contact Joe Hoenninger
Greeters
Contact: Parish Office, 717-392-2225
Greeters serve the special function to welcome all who come to weekend and Holy Day liturgies. Members should have grace to express social warmth and Christian kindness. Greeters provide the initial and parting contact for parishioners and visitors. Commitment is approximately 90 minutes (including liturgy) one to two times each month. Orientation is provided. We are currently in need of Greeters, please contact the parish office to volunteer.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
Contact: Richard Lichty, 717-291-9832
RCIA is an ongoing process designed to welcome new members into the Church. The focus of the RCIA is centered on Jesus as Lord, celebrated through sacrament and community. Individuals meet to prayerfully reflect and grow in their faith. We focus on the Creed, theology and the tradition that makes us Catholic.
Parishioners are invited to be a part of this faith-filled group by sponsoring a candidate or to be a companion sharing your faith and welcoming inquirers to learn about Catholicism. The RCIA group meets weekly from September to Pentecost (May or June). Please contact Rich for more information or to share your time and talent in this ministry.
Rosary Group
Contact: Caroline Zablocki, 717-394-2784
The Rosary Group leads the rosary at 4:00p.m before the Saturday evening Mass, and on Sunday mornings at 9:00a.m. before the morning Mass and on Wednesday evenings at 6:30p.m before the 7:00p.m Mass. This form of traditional Catholic prayer is prayed together under the direction of the prayer leader with all participating. We encourage more people to make a commitment and add this to their prayer life. All are welcome to join. Please call Caroline for more information.
Prayer Line Request Group
Contact: Rita Boyer, 717-394-6283
The Prayer Line Request Group are parishioners who receive requests for prayers, pass the request on to the next person on the line by telephone, text or email, pray for the requested intentions which are sometimes an immediate need due to emergency situations and keep all requests confidential. The Prayer Line is an addition to the Prayer List published in the weekly bulletin. Please contact Rita if you wish to join this group and give your time and prayers for this ministry.
