The Ushers Ministry has historical significance in that it can be traced back to the time of Jesus, according to Rick Parchen.  Rick says that back then, men served as guards at temple doors to ensure that religious ceremonies were conducted without interruption.

Rick indicated that modern Usher Ministry works to ensure that our masses proceed smoothly by seating people, taking up collections at the proper time, directing people during communion, seeing to the comfort of all present, and by giving out our weekly bulletins as everyone leaves the church. Rick says ushers are among the first to greet people as they enter the church and among the last to say goodbye as people leave.

Presently, there are about 25 volunteers in our Ushers Ministry, with four ushers serving at each weekend mass.  There is a need for more volunteers willing to serve on the regular schedule or as a substitute.  Women are welcome to join this ministry, as are young people 16 years of age and older.  On-the-job training is provided by those already serving in this ministry.  No meetings are required.

Rick says that serving in the Ushers Ministry is gratifying as it gives participants the feeling and knowledge that they are giving back something personal to God, through service, for the things they received.  2001.

December 2004 -- For more information on this ministry, please call Mark Holder at (610) 388-3890.