Parish Ministries

 
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Ministry Alive!  Here at Most Holy of Jesus Parish Community we have many active volunteer ministries and parish organizations. These ministries and organizations were created in response to community needs and our mission as Catholic Christians. You are invited and encouraged to share your special talents and time in any of these ministries. Also in time of need you are invited to use any of the ministries offered here. The following is a list of ministries and the respective coordinators. For further information, please call or email the parish office or use our Ministry Request Form
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Ministries

 
     
 

"Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and decay destroy, and thieves break in and steal.  But store up treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor decay destroys, nor thieves break in and steal.  For where your treasure is, there also will your heart be."   ~ Matthew 6:19-21~
 

 
 

MINISTRY DESCRIPTIONS in Alphabetical Order:

 
Altar Servers
Boys and girls are trained to assist our priests at parish liturgies. A child must be in the 4th grade or above and have received Holy Communion to become an altar server.

 

Alcoholics Anonymous
A local group meets weekly at our parish. 
 
Bereavement Support
Volunteers provide comfort to those who mourn through personal contact and assistance as needed.
Bingo
Come on Monday evenings at 6 pm to enjoy the games, the food, and the fellowship.

 

Bus Ministry
Our drivers transport senior and handicapped parishioners to the Saturday vigil Mass and the 9:30 am Mass on Sunday.

 

Christ Renews His Parish
CRHP is a process whereby parish members participate in retreat weekends to renew their relationship to Christ and community.


CHRP Team Leaders  

Divine Mercy Prayer Group
Meets weekly on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm to pray and reflect on God’s Mercy.
 
Early Childhood Center
Provides full and part time care for children ages 2-5 in a newly renovated facility. Licensed certified teachers and county accreditation.

 

Eucharistic Ministers
In 1973, diocesan bishops were authorized to commission Catholic laity to distribute Communion during Mass and take Communion to the sick or dying. These Eucharistic Ministers, formally known as Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist," are trained in all aspects in the distribution of Holy Communion. Most of the Parish's Eucharistic Ministers assist the Priest during Mass, Others concentrate their efforts in taking Holy Communion to the homebound or to patients at area Nursing Homes and, in many instances, become friends with these Catholics in need.  (Click here for EM schedule)

 

Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist
Trained lay people bring Holy Communion to the sick and aged and assist the priest with the distribution of the Body and Blood of Christ at all Masses.
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee has the responsibility of gathering and reviewing financial information pertaining to the operation of the parish. This data can be of significant assistance to the pastor and appropriate ministries. Members of the Finance Committee are appointed by the pastor.

 

Girl Scouts
Committed scout leaders inspire high ideals of character, conduct, patriotism, and service in our parish youth.
 
Knights of Columbus
An organization of Catholic men dedicated to being mentors, leaders, and humanitarians through volunteer work and fund-raising. Our parish hosts the Pius XII council 5131.

 

Kris Kringle
December Event
Lay Carmelites
A third order lay community of men and women called to holiness through emphasis on an inner life of prayer and concern for people, especially the poor and defenseless. Monthly prayer meetings are held.

 

Lectors
Proclaim the Word of God and the prayers of the faithful at our weekly liturgies.
 
Legion of Mary
Men and women belonging to this worldwide organization are committed to a program of personal holiness and apostolic work under the banner of the Blessed Mother. Homebound parishioners and nursing home residents are a special focus of our parish chapter.

Liturgical Commission
It is the function of the Liturgy Committee to provide for, to convey and to offer instruction toward the better exercise of rite and function in the celebration of the Eucharist, a better understanding of die Mass, the sacraments, and the prayer of die church. Serving on the committee are priests, religious and lay persons as well as members of other ministries as related to organizing die sacred worship of die Mass and Sacraments.

 

Ministry Contact List
Ministry Contact List  (PDF / Adobe Acrobat Reader file format)
(http://mostholyname.org/files/ministry-contact-list.pdf)
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Nursery/Mini-Catechism Classes
Available each Sunday during 9:30 AM Mass for children ages 2-5. Children must be potty trained
per Diocesan Safe Environment Policy.

Oktoberfest
Our annual 4-day festival is the main fund-raising event for our education fund. The entire Gulfport community enjoys rides, food, games, and music. Volunteers are needed for many different tasks. Bring your talents—we can use them!  See past Oktoberfest photos here! 
 
Parish Music Program
This ministry provides music and song for all parish liturgies. It includes an adult choir, a children’s angel choir, and a family choir as well as our wonderful instrumentalists.

 

Parish Office Volunteers
Although the Parish employs an office staff to handle the daily operations, it would not be practical or efficient to increase the number of employees to cover all possible tasks.  Parish Office Volunteers fill this void by being available to assist with staff intensive regular functions such as arranging for the weekly bulletin, as well as serving as support for special projects and needs. 
Pastoral Council
Elected and appointed parishioners serve as an advisory group for our pastor at monthly meetings.

 

Prayer Chain
The prayer chain is composed of 50 men and women who pray for people and intentions called in to our parish office.
 
R.C.I.A. & Religious Education
Click here for the Religious Education Webpages
The rite of Christian initiation is a process of faith sharing and education for adults who desire to enter the way of faith and conversion through the Catholic Church. A team of parishioners welcome, teaches, and guides the journey of candidates seeking the Sacraments of Initiation.
Respect Life
Click here for the Respect Life Committee webpage
TThe goal of this group is to foster awareness of the Church’s vision of human life and dignity from birth to death. This can involve prayer, projects, and political action.

 

Sacristan (Altar Care)
Sacristans are men and women trained in the preparation of the sanctuary for Masses, funerals, and other liturgical functions. Generally each person serves as a sacristan at a minimum of one liturgy per week.

 

St. Mary and St. Anne Society
Our parish women’s society is dedicated to bringing women together for spiritual growth, friendship, and service to the parish. A major project is running the religious goods counter in the social hall after weekend Masses.

St. Vincent de Paul Society
Our parish chapter of this international organization works to provide material and spiritual help to those in need of food, clothing, help with utility bills, and referrals to other community resources. A 24-hour answering machine is checked daily by volunteers who then visit callers in their homes to assess the needs.
 
Spanish Ministry
Fr. Vladimir conducts our parish ministry to Spanish-speaking people. It includes Sunday Mass at 6 PM and confessions prior to Mass.

 

Spanish Prayer Group
Meets every Tuesday evening from 7-8:30 for prayer and fellowship.
 
Spring Auction and Gala

 

Teams of Our Lady
Couples meet monthly with a focus of helping each other grow spiritually as a couple.
Ushers & Gift Bearers
Ushers are the friendly people who help assemble the community for weekend liturgies and assist with the Offertory collection. Gift bearers represent us all by bringing our visible offerings of bread and wine to the altar.

 

Vacation Bible School
Held for one week (two sessions) during the summer from 8:45 am – 12:15 pm. Activities are based on a special theme and Bible story.

 

Vocations
Vocations Webpage - Prayer for Priests, Traveling Chalice, Form for Traveling Chalice and more!
 
Welcome Committee
This committee schedules a monthly parish registration Sunday when new members can gather after the 11 a.m. Mass to meet with our pastor and other parishioners for a parish welcome and information sharing.

Women at the Well 
Click here for Women at the Well Webpage
A group of women have been gathering together weekly to pray for special intentions for over 30 years! The group welcomes men and women from other parishes and other denominations.
 
Youth Ministry (Grades 6-8 & 9-12)
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The Youth group is up and running! Programs for high school and middle school are being planned. The goal is to foster personal holiness and responsible participation in the service mission given by Jesus.
 
     
 

Most Holy Name of Jesus Church, 5800 Fifteenth Avenue South, Gulfport,  FL 33707
Tel: 727.347.9989  ||  Fax: 727.343.6420