Our liturgical ministries offer opportunities to serve within the Mass. We welcome laypeople to fulfill the roles of altar servers, extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion, readers, musicians, singers, sacristans, and ushers.
Altar Servers
Assisting at the altar is a privilege. Open to girls and boys who have a strong desire to serve, are between 4th grade through high school, have received First Holy Communion, and have the support and committment from the parent(s). It also requires regular attendance at Mass, a willingness to pray aloud, and show revernece at the Altar of the Lord. Training occurs throughout the year in small groups.
Come Serve the Lord with Gladness!
Contact: Rita Fete | (850) 222-1321 | rfete@bsctlh.com
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Candidates for this most holy ministry of sharing the Eucharist at Mass and by visiting the sick and the homebound are always needed. Training for new Communion Ministers is scheduled through Carol Sunderhaus and held on the first Sunday of each month at 9:15 AM in the church. If this ministry interests you please submit your name and you will be contacted by a parish priest or Communion Minister Coordinator.
Contact: Sol Francisco | (850) 509-9264 | sfrancisco@bsctlh.com
Mass Readers (Lectors)
These ministers proclaim the Word of God during Mass and lead the Prayers of the Faithful. This Ministry is for Parishoners in good standing with the Catholic Church that are willing to prepare and study the Word of God to read at Mass, especially Saturday and Sunday Masses. The Word is a very personal communication from God to His people. Therefore, the Word of God proclaimed in the liturgy is the living Word with the power to nourish and transform both those who proclaim it and those who hear it. Proclaimers of the Word, readers, lend their voices for this personal communication, preparing themselves with sincere humility through prayer, study, and practice to faithfully convey what God intends. Training and approval by our Pastor, Fr. Pete Zalewski is required to become a reader. Preferred scheduling is available.
Contact: Rosie Beasley | (850) 222-1321 | rbeasley@bsctlh.com
Music
Liturgical music is a form of prayer that can inspire others to connect with our Lord on a deeper level. Music ministers have the great privilege of leading others in song, prayer, and worship. All of our Sunday and Saturday Vigil Masses utilize song as part of the liturgy. We have opportunites for various ages and skill levels.
Adult Choir (10:30 AM Mass): Provides liturgical music for the 10:30 Mass on Sunday morning. Weekly rehearsals take place on Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:00 PM in the church.
Contact: Diane Whitney | (850) 878-2465 | dwhitney@bsctlh.com
Children’s Choir: Children of all ages participate in learning songs about their Faith during special times of the year. Practices are held in the music room at Trinity.
Contact: Diane Whitney | (850) 878-2465 | dwhitney@bsctlh.com
Filipino Choir: The Filipino Choir sings at the 12:15 PM Mass on the 3rd Sunday of the month from August to June. Although composed mostly of Filipinos, it is open to everyone. A Filipino liturgical composition is sung after communion. This choir sings at special Masses: Feast of the Child Jesus (Santo Nino) in January, Flores De Mayo in May, and on Christmas.
Contact: Ferdie Francisco | (850) 509-0673 | ferdfrancis@gmail.com
Praise and Worship Choir: The Music Ministry of the 5 PM Sunday Life Teen Mass. Contemporary music settings and instrumentation for a lively and prayerful music ministry. Practice is held on Sundays at 3:30 PM in the church.
Contact: Perry Osborn | (850) 443-6443 | perryaosborn@gmail.com
Song and Worship Ensemble (8:00 AM Mass): This Music Ministry provides music for the 8 AM Masses on Sundays. A combination of traditional hymns and contemporary music are sung. Musicians and singers are welcome. Practices are on Saturdays at 9:15 AM in the church.
Contact: Beth Gesinski | (618) 979-9823 | bklostermann.bsc@gmail.com
Sacristans
Care for the altar, vestments, and other items necessary for the celebration of the Mass is the responsibility of this vital ministry. Your valuable service is needed.
Contact: Rita Fete | (850) 222-1321 | rfete@bsctlh.com
Ushers
Our ushers provide help and hospitality to all who enter the church. They assist with the offertory and general security. Your help, even one weekend per month, is appreciated.
Contacts: John Milla | (850) 322-2395 | millahouse@yahoo.com
Joe McCann | (850) 322-6858 | jmccann@familycafe.net