As children of God, we are called to build up the Body of Christ and contribute to the sanctification of the world through our gifts, as endowed and empowered by the Holy Spirit. The laity, in cooperation with our pastors, contributes to the success of this holy mission through active participation in the ministries and duties of the Catholic Church. All St. Gregory parishioners are invited to share their time, treasure, and talents to help strengthen our parish and community.
There is a place for you in the ministries of St. Gregory's parish:
Liturgy & Spiritual Life Ministries
Building on strong Roman Catholic tradition, the Liturgy & Spiritual Life ministries see worship as the experience of and response to the presence of the Holy Trinity. We experience God in the sacraments, sacred scripture, and in one another, fostered through education and liturgical planning, as well as the training, guidance, and support of all liturgical ministries. These ministries include +Altar Care, +Eucharistic Ministers, +Lectors, +Altar Servers, +Music Ministry/Choir, +Ushers/Greeters, +Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, +Recitation of the Rosary, +Prayer Chain, +Marriage Preparation.
Christian Formation Ministries
We are called through baptism to recognize the importance of our faith journey and its impact on the community. Our mission is to invite all persons to experience their faith more deeply by providing opportunities to reflect upon and share the gospel values of Jesus Christ. Our purpose is to nurture a faith response in each individual that will awaken and challenge our Christian community to participate in the mission of Jesus Christ. Christian Formation ministries include +Religious Education (preK-8), +Youth Outreach Ministry (teens), +Adult Education, +RCIA.
Charity, Justice, & Evangelization Ministries
The Evangelization ministers of St. Gregory’s Parish are committed to witnessing about the presence of Jesus in our lives through service to our brothers, sisters, and community. Relying on the ever-present grace of God, we commit ourselves to work together in love, to use our resources wisely and justly, to appreciate each one’s identity, and to remain one with the Catholic Church throughout the world. Our mission is to coordinate support and service to those in spiritual or physical need within our own parish family, our local community, and beyond. These ministries include +Knights of Columbus, +Bereavement Ministries, +Hospital/Pioneer Home Visits, +Pioneer Home Liturgy, +Respect for Life, +Boy Scouts, +Saturday Soup Kitchen.
Hospitality Ministries
Jesus Christ is the life of St. Gregory’s Parish, and God, by saving us, has brought us to life in Christ. The mission of the Hospitality ministries is to help the parish enjoy social fellowship in the light of this salvation. Our purpose is to bring our parish family together through the identification and planning of specific social events, and by supporting the work and activities of fellowship groups. Hospitality ministries include +Women's Ministry, +Men's Fellowship, +Kitchen Shepherds, +Special Events Committee (coordinates parish events like the July Fourth fundraiser; rummage sale; and receptions for hail/farewell, funerals, and other special occasions).
Stewardship Ministries
The Stewardship ministers are dedicated to providing a clean, comfortable, well-maintained church and education facilities. Inviting, appealing facilities enhance worship, fellowship, and education in an environment where everyone will feel valued and know their gifts are appreciated. Stewardship ministries include +Church Cleaning, +Church Maintenance, +Grounds Keeping (lawns, gardens, and snow removal).
Pastoral Ministries
These ministries provide direction, structure, support, and resources to the other ministries. Those involved include the Pastor, parish staff, elected Pastoral Council members, and those appointed to special service for the community. Pastoral ministries include +Pastoral Council, +Finance Council, +Office Assistance, +Religious Articles/Books.