Altar Servers
Altar Servers assist the priest during the Sunday Masses, School Masses, and other special Liturgies. Altar serving is open to boys and girls in Grades 5 through High School. Training is offered annually.
Lectors
Lectors proclaim the Word of God at Sunday Mass and other Liturgies. Training is provided through a series of workshops offered by the Parish or Diocese. Attendance at a yearly reflection day is required.
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Extraordinary Ministers distribute the Body and Blood of Christ at Mass and to the homebound. Ministers must be a High School Junior or older. Training is provided through a series of workshops offered by the Parish or Diocese. Attendance at a yearly reflection day is required. An individual may be involved with this ministry either as a Minister to the Homebound or at Mass.
Gift Bearers
Gifts Bearers bring up the gifts of bread and wine at Mass. This important ministry is open to all families, couples, and single people of the Parish.
Hospitality Ministers
Hospitality Ministers greet parishioners before Mass, help with the Offertory during Mass, hand out bulletins and straighten up the pews after Mass. Ministers are scheduled twice every four to six weeks. This is a great ministry for families or individuals.
Liturgical Sacristans
Liturgical Sacristans assist with the setup of all Masses, Sunday and Weekdays.
Sacristans
Sacristans clean the sanctuary, the sacristy, the votive candles, and holy water fonts once a week for an hour. Sacristans work in teams of two people, and new teams are scheduled each month.
Art and Environment Committee
The Church Art and Environment Committee evaluate the suitability of our Church environment for Worship and decorate the Church accordingly to each Liturgical Season.
Adult Choir
Queen of Angels Choir supports the assembly in song during Sunday Mass and other special Liturgies. Members enjoy praising God in song, ministering to the people of the Parish, growing musically and spiritually, and spending time together. They are of high school age or older. The choir sings at the 10:30 am Mass but may occasionally sing at the other Masses. The choir rehearses on Wednesdays at 7:00 pm from mid-September through Pentecost.
Children’s Christmas Choir
The Children’s Christmas Choir supports the assembly in song at the Vigil Mass of Christmas, 4:00 pm on Christmas Eve. They rehearse in November and December. This choir is open to all children of the parish in grades 3-8 on a first-come basis. Watch the bulletin and parish announcements for notice of sign-up and rehearsal schedules.
Cantors
In confident dialogue with the assembly, cantors offer musical support as a gift of service to the people of Queen of Angels. They help lead people to full, conscious, and active participation in Liturgical Celebrations. This ministry requires a good singing voice, a love of people, rehearsals, preparation, and special training (provided by the church) in Liturgy. Rehearsals as scheduled. Cantors are of High School age or older.
School Cantors
Queen of Angels students in grades 4 through 8 rehearse during the school day. They sing for School Masses and other special Liturgies.
Funeral Choir
The Funeral choir serves grieving members of our community with the gift of musical support at Parish Funeral Masses. This is open to anyone who can be available during the day on a few days notice.
Instrumentalists
Instrumentalists support the singing of the assembly and enhance Worship through their musical talent. They play at various times throughout the year.
Knights of Columbus
Saint Gaspar del Bufalo Council #11043 of the Knights of Columbus works together to make a better world according to God’s plan. The Knights of Columbus are dedicated to families, works of charity, pro-life activities, and many other programs, and is open to all men of the Parish. Visit www.kofc11043.org for more information.
Saint Vincent de Paul Society
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is an international organization of Catholic lay persons founded by Frederick Ozanam and his companions in 1833. It seeks, in a spirit of justice and charity and by person-to-person involvement of its members, to help those who are suffering. Our Queen of Angels Conference assists 400-500 families and individuals annually. Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7:30 pm in the Social Hall. New members are always welcome.
Rosary Society
All ladies of the Parish over the age of 18 are members of the Rosary Society. The mission of the Society is to honor Our Blessed Mother and Jesus, her Son, by providing opportunities for spiritual growth through donations of time and talent to various projects for the Parish (e.g. funeral dinners, altar care, funding of appropriate items for Church and Parish Office). Events such as the Fish Fry, Mother/Daughter Banquet and Christmas Potluck provide great ways to meet and socialize with other ladies of the Parish.
50+ Group
All people of the parish over 50 are welcomed to come to our meetings on the First Friday of each month at 1 pm at Raimondo's Pizza, W State Blvd. Each meeting consists of discussions of the next month’s activities (e.g. card playing, bingo, parties). Any monies earned will be used to help the Parish or families. Dues are $5.00 per year.
Widows Support Group
We offer support and friendship that is so desperately needed during time of loss. You are not alone---come and meet and talk to others who understand your pain. This is open to all women who feel they can benefit from the support of other women. Meetings are held the 2nd Sunday of each month, at 2:00 pm in a members’ home. Watch the Bulletin for upcoming meetings.
Bible Study (High School Youth & Adults)
An invitation is extended to all who want to enrich their knowledge and learn more about the Bible and their Catholic heritage. Through Bible Study you can create a more personal, loving relationship with our Lord, Jesus Christ. There are a variety of sessions ongoing all through the year. Each session will last 4 to 6 weeks and a person can join in at any time. The session schedule will change on a quarterly basis, so please check the bulletin for more information.
Cenacle of Prayer Group
Our Rosary Cenacle was formed in response to the request made by our Blessed Mother to Fr. Don Stefano Gobbi on May 8, 1972---for priests, religious and the faithful to gather together, with her, in fervent prayer and fraternal love. She asked that cenacles be formed everywhere in the world, thus preparing humanity for a new era of grace and holiness. This Marian movement, which began in Italy, has taken root all over the world with tens of thousands of cenacles going on around the clock.
We gather in Church every Wednesday, immediately following our 8:30 am Mass, to pray the Holy Rosary, with the special intention to pray for our Pope, our bishops, priests and seminarians. We pray for our Queen of Angels Parish family and for vocations to the priesthood and religious life. In addition, on the last Wednesday of each month, following Mass and the praying of the Holy Rosary, we meet in the Chapel to read, pray and meditate on passages from our Blessed Mother to Fr. Gobbi, which he began to write down in 1973. The book, “To The Priests, Our Lady’s Beloved Sons” now encompasses 25 years of messages.
It is wonderful to come together in the middle of the week and pray. We hope you will join us! Come and pray and petition Our Lady for your needs and those dear to you, as well as the needs of our troubled world.
Eucharistic Adoration
“O Come, Let Us Adore Him!” Queen of Angels has Eucharistic Adoration on the every Tuesday from 9:00 am until 7:00 pm. The Blessed Sacrament is exposed after the 8:30 am Mass with Reposition at 7:00 pm. Parishioners are encouraged to sign-up for a specific hour of prayer during this time. Benediction is prayed at 7:00 pm the second Tuesday of each month.
Prayer Chain Ministry
Persons involved in the Prayer Chain ministry contact one other person by phone with prayer requests passed on to them. Prayer requests can be made by anyone, not just those who are members of our Parish. Members of the Prayer Chain ministry are asked to pray for the needs of the people placed on the Prayer Chain. Those who have access to e-mail may receive the prayer requests by e-mail for your convenience. To add a person to the prayer request list by e-mail the address is qofaprayerchain@gmail.com.
Prayer Shawl Ministry Members of this ministry lovingly donate their time and talent by creating hand-knit and crocheted shawls for those in need of hope and healing. The gift of a prayer shawl enables the recipient to be surrounded by prayer, and is a tangible reminder of God's care and love, encouragement and inspiration. New members are always welcome! Please check the Bulletin for meeting dates and times.
Athletic Association
This association promotes programs that teach positive attitudes and sportsmanship in athletics. The sports programs involve grades 5-8 in the C.Y.O. (Catholic Youth Organization) League. Besides coaching the teams, this group also organizes the fund-raising for all expenses incurred (e.g. uniforms, equipment upkeep, and fees).
Home & School Association (HASA)
HASA is an organization of parents of children attending Queen of Angels School whose officers are elected. This organization does much of the organizing, coordinating of volunteers, and promoting of fund-raisers for the School's needs. It also promotes educational and informational talks and programs which are beneficial for parents as well as for their children. Another goal of this association is to encourage communication and cooperation among parents, teachers, and School administrators.
Boy Scouts
Scouting builds the future leaders of this country by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun. Boys build character and skills for success in the real world. In partnership with committed adult volunteers, they develop qualities that will serve them all their lives, like leadership, strong values, social conscience, and conviction about their own potential and self-worth.
Funeral Dinners Funeral Dinners are offered following the Funeral Mass to the families of deceased members of our Parish. Volunteers are always needed to prepare food, set up tables, and help serve food. This is truly a ministry of compassion and healing.
Knights of Columbus
Saint Gaspar del Bufalo Council #11043 of the Knights of Columbus works together to make a better world according to God’s plan. The Knights of Columbus are dedicated to families, works of charity, pro-life activities, and many other programs, and is open to all men of the Parish. Visit www.kofc11043.org for more information.
Ministry to Nursing Homes and Homebound
Members of this Ministry visit parishioners in nursing homes and/or the homebound - taking Communion when appropriate, praying with them, listening to their concerns, visiting with them, helping them stay connected to the Parish by sharing Parish news, bringing gifts and cards made by the school children on occasion, and/or giving telephone reassurance to those in need of it.
Pro-Life Ministry
The Queen of Angels Pro-Life Ministry seeks to promote a culture of life by increasing awareness on life issues. Members of the Parish are invited to participate in local Pro-Life activities, assist organizations that promote life with donations and service, and pray for respect for all life through the intercession of the Blessed Mother.
Social Concerns Committee
This committee is concerned with what is needed for the ill, the lonely, and the poor. Items are collected for St. Mary’s Soup Kitchen, Matthew 25, the Advent Giving Tree, Nursing Home & Homebound Parishioners.
Saint Vincent de Paul Society
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is an international organization of Catholic lay persons founded by Frederick Ozanam and his companions in 1833. It seeks, in a spirit of justice and charity and by person-to-person involvement of its members, to help those who are suffering. Our Queen of Angels Conference assists 400-500 families and individuals annually. Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7:30 pm in the Social Hall. New members are always welcome.
Transportation Ministry
The purpose of the Transportation Ministry is to assist those parishioners who need a way to get to Mass. Other transportation needs could also include doctor’s visits, grocery shopping, etc. If you would like to volunteer to provide transportation or if you are in need of transportation please call.