Volunteer Opportunities

The second reading last weekend was: “Brothers and sisters: There are different kinds of spiritual gifts but the same Spirit; there are different forms of service but the same Lord; there are different workings but the same God who produces all of them in everyone. To each individual the manifestation of the Spirit is given for some benefit.” 1 Corinthiasn 12:4-7

Please reflect on this passage and ask yourself: Is this Scripture inspiring me to come forward to use my God-given talents in the service of my parish?

Needed at Mass:

• Greeters — Say hello as parishioners arrive and to pass out the bulletin at the end of Mass.
• Counters — Greet parishioners and tally count of parishioners who attend Mass (a counter is provided). Attendance numbers are used to determine trends and set up for Mass appropriately. The numbers are also provided to the diocese twice a year.
• Altar Servers — Assist the presider at the altar. Attention youth—you get to ring the bells! Training provided.
• Offertory Collection Leader — Find eight people to take up the collection, a family/or three individuals to bring up the gifts, and put the collection away.
• Lectors — Proclaim the first and second readings during Mass.
• Sacristans — Set up and clean up at Mass. Training provided.
• Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion — Assist with the distribution of the Eucharist. Training provided.
• Live Streaming Assistant — oversee the live streaming of the 5:00 p.m. Mass at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church. Training provided.

Needed outside of Mass:
 

• Adult Faith Formation Leaders — Facilitate small group gatherings (for example, Sunday Scriptures, book studies, or spiritual programs.
• Baptism Team Member — Lead a baptism class. Serve in teams of two with training provided.
• Parish Life Committee — Plan social events for the parish.
• Welcome Committee — Be part of a team who welcomes all new registered parishioners.
• Environment Committee — Create a sacred environment at St. Bartholomew and St. Maximilian Kole Churches. Provide decorating for the various liturgical seasons.
• Social Justice & Peace Committee — Serve those in need through education and/or action.
• Mission Team — Assist in planning and implement a Mission or Day of Reflection.
• Garden of Eaten — Starting up again this spring, buy a plot, grow vegetables, and donate half of your yield to the South Portland Food Cupboard.
• Office Volunteers — Provide help with mailings, filing, and special projects.
• Facilities Volunteers — Assist the facilities staff with special projects, painting, or other handy-man tasks.

There are many different opportunities to serve. Prayerfully consider where God is calling you. Your help would be greatly appreciated. For more information, contact Kris Benson (883-0334 x1206, kris.benson@portlanddiocese.org )