Eucharistic Ministry to the Homebound
Sr. Pat Hogan
ph: (845) 634-4957    |    e: sfa[email protected]

The primary goal of the Eucharistic Minister to the Homebound is to bring Christ's listening and accepting presence to the ill person. While doctors and nurses provide physical health care and advice, the Eucharistic Minister can help tend to the spiritual dimension of illness.

Eucharistic Ministers
Sr. Pat Hogan
ph: (845) 634-4957    |    e: sfa[email protected]

Extraordinary Ministers of Communion in St. Francis of Assisi Parish are involved in the center of the church's life. They assist the Ordinary Ministers of Communion, the priests and deacons, in bringing the Eucharist to the residents of the Nursing Homes, the home bound, and distributing Jesus to the faithful at mass. The celebration of the Eucharist on the Lord's Day is the most important activity in the life of our church. Parishioners are trained and commissioned as an Extraordinary Minister of Communion for the Parish.

Lectors
Deacon Tom Bennett
ph: (845) 634-4957    |    e: [email protected]

Those who proclaim the word of God are called Ministers of the Word or, as is commonly known, Lectors. Those who answer the call to become lectors enter into a deeper relationship with God as He is revealed in the Sacred Scripture. We at St. Francis of Assisi are truly blessed to have a group of men and women who are dedicated and committed to this wonderful ministry. Vatican II says the following: "They exercise a genuine liturgical function. They ought, therefore, to discharge their office with the sincere piety and decorum demanded by so exulted a ministry and right expected of them by God's people. Consequently, they all must be trained to perform their functions in a correct and orderly manner…Christ is present in His word since it is He Himself who speaks when the Holy Scriptures are read in the church."

Ushers 

This Ministry plays an important part for the Parish in preparing the Church to welcome parishioners and guest upon entry to the Church prior to Mass. Ushers greet people as they enter the Church. They distribute the missalettes, weekly bulletins and assist congregants in finding seating. Other duties of an usher are to: Prepare the Offertory table at the back of the Church for the Mass; Ask parishioners to bring the gifts of wine and the host to the priest at the Offertory of the Mass; Assist with the collections during the Mass; Tidy-up the pews after Mass is complete; Act in securing the safety of the church during services.

Adult/Children Choir
Thomas Snowden
e: [email protected]

The choirs of St. Francis help to enhance our liturgical celebrations each week, helping to lead the congregation in prayer and song, lifting hearts closer to God through sacred music. The adult choir is made up of members ranging from 8th graders through retirees. The Adult Choir sings at our noon Mass each Sunday and rehearses one evening during the week. Our Children's Choir is made up of children ranging from 2nd through 7th grades and sings at the 10:15AM Mass on the first and third Sundays of each month. There is an afternoon rehearsal each week. Both choirs join together for special Masses and celebrations throughout the year.

Altar Servers
Please contact the Rectory
ph: (845) 634-4957    |    e: stfrancis[email protected]

The participation of Altar Servers in our liturgy is a long-standing tradition in the Catholic Church that has its roots in vocational training. This is a wonderful opportunity for our young ladies and young men, grade 5 and older, to experience Mass from "inside" the Liturgy and grow in Christ. Our young Altar Servers look back upon this service with a feeling of satisfaction and accomplishment. Not surprisingly, many adults also find this ministry rewarding. We provide all the training and guidance you will need.