Become a Liturgical Minister

Ministry opportunities at liturgy are open to any baptized parishioner who has received First Communion. How young? That depends on the person's maturity. As a guideline, high school age and confirmed for Eucharistic Ministry. A bit younger for lectors, singers, and ushers, and any age to assist a parent with sacristan or greeter.

Art at SKD: Do you have an artistic talent? If so, we can likely utilize it for the cause of worship. Sewing, calligraphy, interior design, painting, graphic arts, computer drawing and rendering, creative writing ... your list might be longer than ours. Contact Todd Flowerday 816 838 6579 to discuss the possibilities of putting your art to the cause of the Gospel.

Music Ministers: Parishioners who share their talent during the liturgy. Any instrument is welcome. We'll work with any level of musicianship. Commit to a particular Mass and Tuesday evening rehearsals. During the pandemic, we are limited to 4 singers and rehearsals are only for people singing the upcoming weekend's Masses. Contact Todd to chat about getting on board.

Altar Servers: assist the priest during Masses, weddings and funerals.  Altar servers need to have made their First Eucharist to participate. Contact Todd for more information. Training scheduled with Randy Bauer. 

Lectors: proclaim the Word and need to have made their First Eucharist to participate. Love of God's Word and a comfort with public speaking is needed. Theater experience a huge bonus. Contact Todd for more information. 

Eucharistic Ministers: assist in the distribution of Holy Eucharist during Mass.  They may also bring the Eucharist to the home-bound.  This sacred ministry requires Confirmation in the Catholic Church. Contact Todd for more information.

Greeters and Ushers: perform an important role in making visitors feel welcome at Mass. Either of these is a good ministry for families to share. Contact Todd for more information. 

Children's Liturgy of the Word: is paused for the present time. It is designed to make the gospel message and the celebration of the liturgy relevant to the lives and experiences of young children. Confirmed Catholics are invited to support this important ministry for our children during the 10AM Sunday liturgy. You need not be a theologian or teacher to volunteer for this ministry and training is provided. Contact Amanda Lutes for more information.