Spiritual Life Commission
Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 03:10PM The Spiritual Life Commission focuses on the spiritual formation of the entire parish. The spiritual life committee communicates and coordinates the work of the liturgy committee, young adult spiritual outreach, the parish mission, scripture study, and communal and individual retreats. These efforts enhance the spiritual lives of every segment of the parish, from students in our schools to senior citizens, fostering both individual and communal growth. To find out more about participation in any of the following areas, please contact Father Robert Beaven, Pastor, at (773) 588-6484, ext. 211, or bobbeaven@stbenedict.com.
- Art and Environment - prepare and decorate the church for liturgical seasons
- Christ Renews His Parish (CRHP) - adults pursue deeper relationship in Christ
- Eucharistic Minister - assist priest with distribution of communion during liturgies
- Family Mass – plan liturgy and minister at monthly family mass
- Holy Thursday Seder and Pot Luck -
- Lector - read scripture at liturgies
- Liturgical Dance - choreograph and perform dance at liturgies
- Liturgical Script Writers – write prayers of the faithful
- Liturgy Committee -oversee all sacramental and liturgical celebrations
- Parish Mission - organize presenters/communication for Parish Mission
- PreCana – prepare couples for upcoming marriage
- Sacristan - set up and clean up altar for liturgies
- Server - assist priest during liturgies
- 6:30 Mass Group - plan liturgy and minister at 6:30 Sunday mass
- Theology on Tap - coordinate lecture/discussion series for young adults
- Usher - greet and assist congregation at liturgies
- Wedding Coordinators – assist in wedding rehearsals and weddings
Music:
- Parish Choir - sing at 10 AM Sunday mass
- Cantor - lead congregation in song at liturgies; musical background helpful; training provided
- Festival Orchestra -plays at special festival masses incl. Christmas and Easter
- Resurrection Choir - sing at funeral
- Soloists and Small Ensembles - sing or play an instrument to enhance select liturgies
- 12:00 Choir Group - sing at 12 Noon Sunday mass