Worship Ministries
Altar Server
Students who are in 3rd grade and older are eligible for this ministry. Altar servers assist by lighting candles, carrying the cross and candles in procession before and after Mass, and assist the presider during Mass. Training is required and offered at church.
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If you are interested in joining this ministry contact Deacon John at altarserver@stpeterdamian.org.
Art and Environment
This ministry enhances our worship space using various art and decorations to help celebrate holy days of obligations and various liturgical seasons. Knowledge of liturgical seasons is helpful, but not required. You can learn along the way.
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If you are interested in joining this ministry, contact artandenvironment@stpeterdamian.org
Cantor Ministry
A Cantor is an important part of the liturgy they as a "singer and leader of congregation song." Singing, especially the singing of the congregation is important in the liturgy because "unity of hearts is attained through unity of voice."
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If you are interested in joining this ministry, contact the parish office at (630) 837-5411 or info@stpeterdamian.org.
Children's Choir
Children's Liturgy of the Word
Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion
This ministry is open to children in 2nd - 7th grades. The goals for this ministry are to educate children in music for Mass, learn about Jesus, and have some fun!
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If you are interested in joining this ministry, contact the parish office at (630) 837-5411 or info@stpeterdamian.org.
This ministry is offered to children in grades Kindergarten - 3rd at every 9:30am Sunday Mass during the school year. We are always in need of adult catechists to help facilitate this beautiful program. Children are taken out during Mass to hear the Word of God in their own terms and sent back to Mass after the homily.
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If you are interested in joining this ministry, contact Wendy (630) 830-2295 or whendrickson@stpeterdamian.org.
This ministry is dedicated to bring the Body and Blood of Christ to all Catholics in a state of grace. This ministry calls for those who are Catholic, in good standing, and active in the practice of faith. Ministers are scheduled for weekend Masses. Training is required and provided at the church.
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If you are interested in joining this ministry, contact Wendy at (630) 830-2295 or whendrickson@stpeterdamian.org.
Lector Ministry
Sacristan
Lectors and commentators participate in the Mass and other liturgical services by sharing the readings and prayers with the people. Their active role enhances the services and makes them more meaningful. Training is required and offered at the church.
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If you would like to join this ministry, contact Marilou at lectors@stpeterdamian.org.
This ministry carried with it the privilege of overseeing the areas of the sanctuary and sacristy. The sacristan prepares the sacred vessels, vestments, and linens of the Mass. It is necessary for the sacristan to be familiar with the liturgical calendar and its respective sessions.
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If you would like to join this ministry, contact the parish office at (630) 837-5411 or info@stpeterdamian.org.
Usher Ministry
This ministry is for parishioners who are welcoming, courteous, helpful, and friendly. They help enhance the worship experience and minimize distractions through seating parishioners, passing the collection baskets and making parishioners feel comfortable.
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If you would like to join this ministry, contact Craig at ushers@stpeterdamian.org