Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

Through Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, we have the opportunity to do Him the kindness of going to Him. We would like to hear from you whether you would like to make a commitment to attend Eucharistic Adoration for an hour once a week in the Chapel, volunteer to be a substitute, or would just like more information about this uniquely Catholic tradition of prayer.  We also have Adoration Monday through Thursday from 3:00-5:00p.m. in the Youth Center Chapel.

Altar Servers

Youth between the ages of 11-14 who are committed to serving and participating in the Eucharistic celebration of the Mass.  Training provided.

Annulments

Diocesan trained Ministers to assist interested parties through the Annulment process

Art and Environment

The goal of Art & Environment is to enrich the atmosphere of the church for our liturgical  celebrations during the liturgical year.  People who are creative are invited to participate to bring beauty and delight to our worship.  

Baptismal Preparation

This ministry prepares parents and godparents for the baptism of their children.

Boy Scout Ministry

We host Scouts at various levels, Bobcats, Bears/Wolves and Webelos. Scout leaders are needed at all levels.

Christian Family Formation / Generations of Faith * Unassigned

Our program is a process of religious education for the entire family, broken into two parts (1) evening or Saturday morning sessions at the Parish and (2) family sessions in the home. We use a family oriented curriculum based on the Sunday Readings and with doctrine information   included. Many volunteers are needed.

Chiapas Sister Parish Committee

The Chiapas Sister Parish Committee is dedicated to strengthening cultural ties with and providing financial aid to our Sister Parish, San Juan Chamula, located in Chiapas, Mexico. New volunteers are always welcome.

Children’s Liturgy of the Word

Offers children the opportunity to experience God’s word and the Eucharistic celebration in ways that are meaningful to them. Need volunteers to proclaim the Word to children and direct them in understanding its meaning in their lives. Volunteers work as a team during the 8:30am, 10am and 11:45am Masses.

Christian Initiation of Adults

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) names the process by which interested persons gradually become members of the Catholic Church.  Sponsors are always needed to be a companion for those on the journey leading to the Easter Sacraments.

Committee Concerned for the Homeless

Provides assistance to the homeless and less fortunate in many ways.  The Committee also cooperates with Society of St Vincent de Paul to provide gifts and food for over 200 families, including 600 – 650 children at Christmas.

Dominican Laity

They are men and women who are concerned with their relationship with God and their commitment to the Church. They join the unique and different personalities and talents to follow a way of life, which includes prayer, study, apostolic works and mutual sharing.

Ecumenism

This movement is one in which Christian churches work together for unity in building relationships in Christ.

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (Eucharist Ministers)       

As a minister of communion, you are called on to serve the Body of Christ to the Church. Like all ministries, this is a great honor and a great responsibility. Training is provided to those interested.

Family Life Ministry

Is dedicated to promoting faith as the foundation for all our families. Through home spiritual activities and family prayers provided by the committee, we help to strengthen each individual family’s spiritual life at home. We offer opportunities for our families to connect and bond with other families within the large parish family through retreats and other recreational and spiritual events.

Girl Scouts

Girl Scouting is a values-based organization providing exciting opportunities for girls 5 – 17 years old. The motivating force in Girl Scouting is spiritual. Girls develop and practice new skills, and in the process earn recognition in the form of badges and patches. There is also a   religious recognition program. Volunteers are needed.

Gift Shop

Most Holy Trinity has a gift shop offering a wide array of religious articles.  We are in need of volunteers to work in the Gift Shop on weekends.

Hospitality Ministers

Hospitality Ministers bring honor and glory to God by providing a warm spirit of Christian friendliness to all who join us.  Volunteers needed at all the masses to greet, welcome, distribute worship aids and assist with the collection.

Knights of Columbus

Knights of Columbus are committed to the exemplification of charity, unity, fraternity, patriotism and promotion of the priesthood. The Order has been praised by popes, presidents, and other world leaders, for support of the Church, programs of evangelization and Catholic education, civic involvement and aid to those in need. It is firmly committed to the protection of human life, from conception to natural death, and to the preservation and defense of the family.

Youth Ministry

Youth Ministry is a program designed to minister to teens of all faiths from a uniquely Catholic base. We attempt to reach teens on spiritual, educational, emotional and social levels. Teens are encouraged to embark on a journey of faith and relationship with God through Jesus Christ.  At a weekly Life Teen Mass, teens enter into authentic and full           worship of God with a faith community of peers, families and adult ministers.   Volunteers are needed.

Liturgical Minister Scheduling (Lectors, EMs and Altar Servers)

Maintain accurate records of all commissioned Liturgical Ministers, Mass preference and their telephone numbers.  Publish a quarterly schedule for all weekend masses (excludes the Life Teen Mass).

Marriage Preparation

The Marriage Prep team is composed of several couples from each of our communities: English and Spanish. They meet with couples wishing to marry in the Catholic Church and provide classes and guidance through the parish’s preparation process.

Ministry of Care

Our parish reaches out to the sick, hospitalized, homebound, nursing homes and the bereaved. We take Holy Communion weekly to the sick and homebound, as well as area nursing homes and retirement centers; visit patients at John C. Lincoln Hospital daily, minister to bereaved families at the time of death, offer “grief support group” and “caregiver support group”. Volunteers will receive training.

Ministers of the Word (Lectors)

When you answer the call to proclaim the Bible readings to the assembled faith community, you enter a deeper relationship with the word of God as revealed in sacred scripture. You take upon yourself the duty and privilege of bringing the printed word to life. Training is provided.

Music Ministry

Music serves the community by helping it express the gift of faith within us, and by guiding the community toward full, active participation in every worship gathering.  The goal of every music minister is to assist in joining the assembly with Christ who is always at the center of our musical prayer.  Those who are vocalists and instrumentalists are welcome to join us.

Office Volunteers

Assist the office staff with everyday office procedures, filing, answering phones, assembling worship aids, stuffing the bulletin when there are inserts, assist with bulk mailings. 

Pastoral Council

This is a planning and advisory group that focuses on advancing the apostolic role of the laity and the apostolic potential of the parish. The council consists of parishioners who serve a         three-year term.

Sacristan 

People who devote much time and energy to the preparation of our worship space and maintain our Sacristy.  Training is required and provided.

Scripture Classes

Learning and discussing the teachings of different Books within the Holy Bible.

Social Justice Committee

The committee works to ensure that Catholic social teaching is introduced in faith formation, school, and ministries in the parish. It provides supportive efforts for respect for life from birth to natural death. The group also works with other faith groups through efforts such as Crop Walk and Valley Interfaith Project with their efforts to build relationships, learning about each other’s concerns, and finding ways of working within the system to bring about change. The Committee also coordinates the Catholic Campaign of Human Development.

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is an international lay organization that seeks, in a spirit of justice and charity, to help those who are suffering. Vicentian spirituality is based on the very real presence of Christ in every person, especially those who have been disenfranchised or    marginalized by society. In addition to assisting people with the basics of daily living (food, rent, utilities, etc.), Vicentians are obligated to cultivate sensitivity to, and eradication of, social injustices that are the root of poverty.

Stewardship Committee

The Stewardship Committee has the responsibility to provide leadership to the stewardship effort at Most Holy Trinity Community on a year round basis. This includes overseeing the initial introduction of the stewardship way of life to the parish and conducting annual renewal efforts. In addition, the committee performs ongoing evaluation of the stewardship effort and communicates the results to the MHT community.

Valley Interfaith Projects (VIP)

VIP works within the parish, across the Valley, and (with related organizations) across the state to teach citizens to advocate in the public arena on behalf of their own families, institutions, and neighborhoods. Our work addresses issues such as education, health care, immigration, and safety. Through leadership training and strategic actions, VIP provides an opportunity to fulfill our call to Faithful Citizenship.

Matrimonios

Este ministerio ofrece preparación matrimonial según el programa Diocesano para aquellas personas que quieren recibir el sacramento del matrimonio.  También ofrece medios para facilitar la comunicación entre la pareja, instrumentos que les ayude a capacitarse para evaluar mejor su relación y ver su calidad de compromiso hacia el futuro.  Se ofrece capacitación para los  voluntarios de este ministerio.

Encuentro Matrimonial Mundial

Viva un fin de semana del Encuentro Matrimonial, una experiencia positiva y personal que ofrece a parejas casadas una oportunidad de aprender una técnica de comunicación amorosa que pueden usar por el resto de sus vidas. El encuentro te da la oportunidad de mirar profundamente la relación del uno con el otro y con Dios. Este retiro es un enfoque único dirigido a la pareja y a revitalizar el Matrimonio. Todo matrimonio merece esa clase de atención.  

Adoración del Santísimo Sacramento

Este ministerio ofrece la oportunidad de orar en un ambiente mas intimo.  El Santísimo Sacramento esta expuesto los viernes desde 12 del medio día hasta 9 P.M. Usted pude visitarle según su horario.

Arte Litúrgico

La meta de este comité es enriquecer el ambiente de la iglesia para nuestras celebraciones de liturgia. La Instrucción General del Misal Romano dice: Porque la asamblea se une en la presencia de Dios para celebrar sus hazañas de salvación, el clima de la liturgia es uno de asombro, misterio, reverencia, alabanza y de dar gracias. Así no se puede satisfacer a menos que esté en un ambiente hermoso y con todos sus artefactos y movimientos.

Legión de Maria

¿Qué es?  La Legión de Maria es una Asociación de Católicos, hombres y mujeres que propagan la fe y crecen juntos en su amor por Jesucristo, en unión con la Virgen Maria, Su mas perfecta seguidora y apóstol.                                                          

Coro

El coro es un servicio a la comunidad por medio del canto en la santa misa.  Nos da la oportunidad de que toda la asamblea participe en los cantos y juntos hacer nuestra celebración más alegre.                                                            

Cuidado de Enfermos

Este ministerio se encarga de visitar a los enfermos para orar juntos y recibir la Santa Eucaristía ya sea en la casa o en el hospital.                                                

Grupo de Oración Carismático

Este grupo de oración es un lugar donde tú y tu familia pueden venir para orar y alabar al Señor.  Todos los martes de 7 - 9 P.M. en el Salón McHugh.                                                                        

Monaguillos

Es un ministerio donde los niños participan ayudando al sacerdote en la liturgia dominical.  Este ministerio es abierto para niños (as) que hayan hecho su Primera                     

Lectores

Este ministerio se encarga de leer las lecturas (proclamar la Palabra de Dios) cada domingo y también en otras celebraciones.  Cada lector se prepara para leer la lectura que le toca en una fecha indicada.  Anímate a ser parte de este ministerio, a servirle a Dios a través de tú comunidad.                                                        

Hospitalidad

La función de este ministerio es dar una calurosa bienvenida a nuestros hermanos (as) feligreses que llegan los sábados o domingos a la celebración de la Santa Misa.  También distribuyen los boletines con la información de la actividades en nuestra comunidad.  Recuerda que:  “Nadie es tan pobre que no pueda regalar una sonrisa, ni nadie tan rico que no la  necesite.” 

Comité de Chiapas

El comité de nuestra parroquia hermana en Chiapas, Méx., se dedica a fortalecer la cultura indígena, asistiéndolos con ayuda.                                       

Valley Interfaith Project (VIP)

VIP trabaja dentro de la Parroquia para desarrollar relaciones entre los líderes con el fin de iniciar cambios en áreas como educación, salud e inmigración.    

Bautismo de Infantes

El Bautismo en la Iglesia Católica es un Sacramento, un signo sagrado que confiere gracia y nos hace hijos (as) de Dios y miembros de la Iglesia.  Si el niño (a) tiene siete años de edad cumplidos, debe pasar por el proceso de Iniciación Cristiana (Programa Catequetico).  Oportunidad para ser voluntario (a):  Se ofrecerá  capacitación para los voluntarios en este ministerio.          

Programa de Educación Religiosa

Nuestra Misión, Nuestro programa bilingüe parroquial de Educación Religiosa, a través de la dedicación de nuestros catequistas voluntarios, ayudan a las familias en la iniciación y la formación de fe de los niños y jóvenes.  Esto se lleva acabo por medio de la catequesis y preparación de los estudiantes para recibir los sacramentos, oportunidad para celebraciones litúrgicas y oportunidades para que estudiantes y familias puedan tomar una parte activa en la vida parroquial. 

Educación Cristiana de Adultos – RICA

Este es un proceso donde una persona se convierte al Catolicismo atendiendo el proceso de RICA. Es un viaje de conversión que toma su tiempo e incluye atender clases cada semana, compartiendo su fe y sus experiencias humanas, celebrando ritos especiales y retiros juntos.