text: All of the Liturgical Ministries are intertwined to in all that we do and all contribute to the special parish life at St Theresa.
  It is a very special calling of Lit ministers to teach, encourage, inspire, and lead members of the worshiping assembly.
  Our Ministries include Music Ministry, EMHC, MTS, Altar Servers, Altar Care, Ushers, and Readers, in addition, we have Bereavement, LOM, Parish devotional activities, and events.
  We, the Catholic Community of St. Theresa Church, are a diverse parish united in the Body of Christ.
  As followers of Christ, we are called to worship together, to serve one another, to grow in faith, and to further the presence of God in the world.
  Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
  Extraordinary Ministers of the Sick (Home Bound)
  Ministry of Altar Care (Sacristans and Linens)
  Ministry of Altar Servers
  Ministry of Hospitality (Ushers)
  Ministry of the Word (Readers)
  Liturgical Art & Environment Committee
  Prepares seasonal and other decorations for our church.
  The Music Ministry
  The Music Ministry is one of the most important areas of service to the liturgical life of a parish. St. Paul advised the Colossians to “let the word ofChrist dwell in you richly, as in all wisdom you teach and admonish one another, singing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.”
  That is the calling of every member of the worshipping assembly. But it is the special calling of music ministers to teach, encourage, inspire, and lead them by example.
  Special Ministries
  Legion of Mary
  Parish Devotional
  Activities & Events
  ushers
  ushers work description
  Their duties include making sure that everyone who arrives for worship is welcomed, receives a bulletin, is provided a giving envelope, if desired, and that they are seated properly.
  They are also responsible for making sure that everyone respects the sanctity of the worship service by maintaining the silence appropriate to God’s house of worship.
  They are charged with taking the collections and assisting with the flow of communicants.
  They also assist with anyone who experiences difficulties during services, assisting parents with crying children, picking up the sanctuary after services, etc.
  To volunteer as an Usher is one of the most important servants for God! They are there to meet and greet everyone who is coming to worship in the House of the Lord. They are the face of the church and we all look to them for everything!
  Training is provided and meetings are held as needed prior to mass. All volunteers are screened and fingerprinted.
  Thank you for saying yes and becoming an Usher!
  Contact Loretta Montalto, Usher Coordinator 352-274-3535
  altar servers
  The Altar Server’s Ministry is a unique one in the Catholic Church. Other than priests and deacons, no one else is allowed to so closely play a part in the preparation of the Eucharist.
  Your participation as an Altar Server is special. When you serve the priests and deacons, you serve the people of God, and above all, you serve Christ. Altar Servers must remember that everything that they do is for the Glory of God. They do it out of love for His Son, our Lord Jesus Christ.
  St. Ignatius of Loyola called this attitude “AD MAJOREM DEI GLORIAM”. This means “All for the Honor and Glory of God”. It is the motto of a heart of service.
  Sometimes, we don’t feel like doing our best. Sometimes, we just want to sleep another 5 minutes later; or we want wear our pajamas under our albs; or we want to not have to carry the candles today; or maybe we even want to just call in sick and let someone else serve. When we feel that way, we should ask ourselves, “Would I do it if Jesus Himself asked me?” Would I substitute for a sick server if Jesus Himself asked me? Would I let the new server take my favorite part if Jesus Himself asked me? Would I wear my best Sunday clothes if Jesus Himself asked me? Would I put aside my daily worries and worldly concerns and instead come serve at Mass if Jesus Himself asked me? He did ask. And you answered. Now you have been chosen to be a special minister of the Mass.
  As an Altar Server, you will do things that others will never do. You will learn things that others will never know. You will see the Mass in ways that others may never see it. You will do it all for the Honor and Glory of God.
  Thank you for saying yes to Him, and welcome to Altar Service.
  altar linen ministry members
  Purpose/Mission Statement:
  The Main Mission of this ministry is the proper care and upkeep of all of our Altar Linens that are used throughout the Altar area.
  Duties of the Altar Linen Ministry Members:
  ..Members collect used linens from the Sacristy once or twice a week, and returned within 2 or 3 days.
  ..Linens are rinsed thoroughly in a container reserved for this purpose. The rinse water is then poured into the earth on an outside garden area at the home.
  ..Linens are then pretreated for stains, and laundered to remove all stains, etc.
  ..When dry, all are ironed and folded according to Church guidelines.
  ..Finally, the linens are returned to the Sacristy ready for use as needed.
  ..The Altar Linen Ministry currently has eight (8) faithful, dedicated members who treat this humble duty as a prayerful time. Each member has a partner and they together have responsibility for a month at a time. The month duty is determined by Sunday, with months having 4 or 5 Sundays during which the linens are processed.
  LECTORS
  MISSION: To proclaim God’s word to the congregation with conviction and clarity that expresses the dignity of the scripture.
  REQUIREMENTS: (1) Complete Volunteer Information Form. (Found in the Church office) (2) Pass fingerprinting and background check as required by the Orlando Dioceses. (3) Be a practicing St. Theresa parishioner who is living in communion with the Church. (4) Be present for assigned reading dates or secure a suitable replacement from the List of Lectors. (5) Be properly dressed; have a mature and prayerful demeanor; show proper respect for the alter; and proclaim the reading in a clear manner.
  TIME COMMITMENT: The time will vary, but, usually 2-3 hours should be sufficient. The goal is to demonstrate a familiarity with the scriptures. Remember: “Preparation before presentation.”