Carmel Bulletin, 27 October 2018 In the Gospel reading at Mass today, Bartimaeus is healed of his blindness. He has the faith and courage to ask Jesus to do what would be impossible for mere mortals like us. It seems likely that the first thing that Bartimaeus sees is the face of Jesus – a … Continue reading Who Do People See As They Come to Our Church?
Tag: ministry
In the Gospel reading at Mass today, Jesus sets the challenge for the disciples: living in the likeness of Christ requires us to place ourselves at the service of others. When we gather for Mass, that service to others begins from the moment people walk in the door. Our vision as a parish is that … Continue reading Help Us Build a Welcoming Community
Whoever wants to be first must be last of all and servant of all. (Mark 9:35) Today’s gospel reminds us of the centrality of service to Jesus’ identity, and thus the centrality of service to our living the mission of Christ. Sharing in the death and resurrection of Jesus means that we share in the … Continue reading An Opportunity to Serve
Carmel Bulletin, 16 August 2015 The role of the sacristan, or of the group of volunteers who attend to the work of the sacristy, is an important ministry in any parish. These ministers not only assist the priest, but support the entire assembly to participate fully, consciously and actively in liturgical celebrations. The most typical responsibility … Continue reading Roles of the Sacristan: Preparing for Mass
Carmel Bulletin, 9 August 2015 The role of the sacristan, or of the group of volunteers who attend to the work of the sacristy, is an important ministry in any parish. These ministers not only assist the priest, but support the entire assembly to participate fully, consciously and actively in liturgical celebrations. One responsibility sacristans … Continue reading Roles of the Sacristan: Preparing for Liturgy
Liturgy 