At St. Joan of Arc Parish, we strongly believe every member is a gift to the parish, called to participate in their own special way, no matter the age. The willingness of our parishioners to share their time and talents that makes our parish what it is! We welcome participation at all levels, from all members, because each of us are blessed with inherent and unique value.

We invite you to be a good steward of the gifts God gave you. With nearly 40 ministries, there is a place for everyone to offer a sacred portion of their time and talent to serve each other and our parish and draw you closer to God along the way! Please explore the Time & Talent Volunteer Opportunity list below. You can click the button at the bottom and use the online form to let us know in which ministries you and your family would like to serve.

Share Your Time & Talent

Liturgy

Lectors

Lectors proclaim the Word of God at weekend Masses and special celebrations. Lectors are scheduled for each liturgy. Skills required are an ability to read in public, and to proclaim the Word with enthusiasm, strength, and conviction. You must be confirmed to fulfill this ministry. 

Altar Server

Open to boys and girls in grades 5th through 12th. Altar servers are scheduled on a rotating basis to serve the worshiping community at weekend Masses as well as for special feasts and seasons in the liturgical year. They may also serve at weddings and other special celebrations on a rotating basis.

extraordinary ministers
of holy communion

Holy Communion is offered under both species of bread and wine at weekend liturgies. Eucharistic ministers assist the priest and deacon in the distribution of Holy Communion at Mass. Training is provided. Scheduling is based on need and availability. Volunteers who would like to bring Communion to the sick take the Holy Communion to shut-ins who can not make Mass. Training is provided and scheduling is based on need and availability.

Sacristan

Sacristans prepare the Holy Communion for the celebration of Mass, including readying the wine, water, and bread and putting them in place for the start of Mass. They prepare the lectionary for the Lectors as well. 

Ushers/
Greeters/
Gift Bearers

This position greets everyone upon entering the church, assists with the collection, and bring up the gifts during the offeratory at every Mass. They are scheduled on a rotating basis, and training is provided as needed. 

Choirs/
Cantors

Our choir and cantors lead the congregation in song during all Mass parts and hymns. Rehearsals vary depending on the liturgy.

Altar Society

This group serves various roles in the parish, as needed, to prepare the altar and church for special occasions. Duties include cleaning, decorating, creating flower arrangements, laundering altar linens, and polishing brass. Volunteers can choose which tasks they are best suited to.

Building and Grounds Committee

This committee oversees the Church, School/Hall of Angels building and Rectory building maintenance tasks (changing light bulbs, tighten/repair kneelers, etc.). They also participate in an annual deep clean and a bi-annual yard clean-up, and members can choose which tasks they are able to assist with.

FAITH FORMATION Committee

This committee needs volunteers to lead Bible Study, be an RCIA Sponsor, assist with Children’s Activities, or help coordinate the annual Box of Joy drive. We also have the Purgatorial Society, which meets on the first Friday of each month to pray for souls in purgatory in front of the Blessed Sacrament. They also invite everyone to put the names of deceased loved ones in their prayer book. These names are especially remembered in prayer during the monthly Holy Hour.

Social Committee

The Social Committee is comprised of several groups in charge of specific events: Committee for Parish Social Events, Sunday Brunch Social Committee, Bereavement Reception Committee, and Special Events. Members can choose which events they are best suite for and help according to their availability.

Stewardship Committee

These volunteers help coordinate annual drives such as the Catholic Charities Appeal and the Time & Talent Weekend. They can also serve on the Recruiting & Welcoming Committee, which seeks to make any newcomers feel welcome at any St. Joan Mass or event.