The Ministry of Hospitality is the hallmark of the Christian community. It is the process of welcoming and caring. Jesus welcomes the poor, the broken, the sick and the sinners, throwing open the doors of His Father’s house to all. Jesus is our model of hospitality. Protocols for each role are available below. Contact – Heather Schilling
Welcome Desk
A part of the liturgical ministry, the welcome desk hospitality host is available at the welcome desk 15 minutes prior to mass and 15 minutes after mass to assist parishioners with registration forms, requests for mass intentions, envelope boxes and sign-up sheets. Coordinator – Heather Schilling
Welcome Desk Protocol
Sunday Fellowship
On Sunday’s, our hospitality ministers welcome all those who have attended mass with coffee and muffins creating a space for greeting new members and fellowship with all. Duties include purchasing the muffins and creamer, preparing the coffee, serving and clean-up. Time commitment is 1 to 2 hours.
Coordinator – Dianne McKay Latin mass: Coral D’Silva and Toddene Niznik
Funeral Receptions
On a day of grief and sadness, reception ministers attend to the details of providing a reception where families can gather following the funeral mass to share memories of their loved ones. Duties include setting the tables, preparing flower vases, preparing the coffee, serving and clean-up. Time commitment is 2 to 4 hours.
Coordinator – Dianne McKay Latin mass – Richelle MacDonald
Fellowship Receptions
Throughout the year there are liturgical events which include hospitality receptions. Reception ministers are asked to prepare coffee, assist with setting the tables and preparing flowers, serving and clean up. Time commitment is 2 to 4 hours.
Coordinator – Dianne McKay
Hospitality Coordinator
The Kitchen Coordinator oversees all aspects of the use and upkeep of the parish hall kitchen, and interfaces with all users to ensure compliance with operating policies.
Contact – Dianne McKay