Christian Service

Angel Tree

 

At Christmastime, the Angel Tree ministry gathers and distributes gifts for the children of the incarcerated.

 
 

Baptismal Preparation

 

Preparation of parents and godparents to understand the responsibilities that come with the Sacrament of  Baptism.

 
 

Baptist Hospital Ministry

 

Extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion bring the Body of Christ to the sick and recuperating at Baptist Hospital in Kendall. 

 
 

Hands to work, hearts to worship

 

A ministry dedicated to clean the church on a weekly basis.

 
 

Homebound Visits

 

Extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion and others visit homebound parishioners to bring them Holy Communion and to offer consolation, friendship and companionship. English and Spanish.

 
 

Marriage Annulments

 

Certified advocates assist parishioners through the process of petitioning the Metropolitan Tribunal to declare a marriage non-sacramental.

 
 

Palace Nursing Home

 

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion lead paraliturgical services on Saturday mornings for three groups of residents of this nursing home.  They also assist our Pastor once a month in the celebration of Mass for the residents.

 
 

Respect Life

 

A ministry of the Archdiocese of Miami whose members uphold the sanctity of life from conception to natural  death.

 
 

St. Vincent de Paul Society

 

This archdiocesan organization provides emergency assistance to needy families in our community. Members of the society visit homes to determine need and offer assistance.

 
 

Ushers

 

Provide a service to parishioners by welcoming them to church, helping with seating, passing the collection baskets, and distributing bulletins at the door.

Worship & Spirituality

Adorers of the Blessed Sacrament
 

Adorers sign up for a designated hour of adoration before the Blessed Sacrament. The adoration chapel is open everyday 24 hours.  Each day different persons open and close the chapel.

 
 

Alfarero Prayer Group

 

A charismatic Spanish language prayer group that meets weekly for praise and worship in song and prayer.

 
 

Altar Servers

 

Trained ministers who assist the celebrant of the Sacrifice of the Mass.

 
 

Divine Mercy Chaplet

 

A Christian devotion to the Divine Mercy consisting of a set of prayers said on rosary beads, associated with the promise of mercy at the hour of death. English and Spanish. 

 
 

Emmaus

 

Archdiocese-approved weekend retreats held 2 times a year, open to men and women seeking to grow in their relationship with Christ, regardless of their present level of faith and practice, in English and Spanish.

 
 

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

 

Trained parishioners assist priests, when necessary, in distributing Holy Communion at Masses in the Parish.

 
 

Immaculate Conception Prayer Group

 

A Spanish language prayer group that meets weekly in the church to honor Our Lady and to praise and worship Our Lord.

 
 

Lectors

 

Trained parishioners who proclaim the Word of God at the celebration of the Eucharist.

 
 

Liturgical Art
(Altar and Environment)

 

Members of this ministry ensure that our church is appropriately decorated for the liturgical season, and that it is clean and orderly.

 
 

Men’s Prayer Breakfast

 

A group of men of the parish who meet on Saturday mornings in fellowship to share a breakfast and to reflect on selected Scripture passages. English. 

 
 

Music

 

Under the direction of the Music Director, this ministry’s main role is to support the liturgy and to encourage the participation of the congregation in praising the Lord in song. English and Spanish.  

 
 

Rosary of the Dawn

 

All parishioners are invited to honor our Blessed Mother by praying the rosary together at 6:30AM on parish grounds. English and Spanish.

 
 

Sacristans

 

Trained parishioners who are charged with responsibility to arrange the liturgical books, the vestments, sacred vessels, and other items that are necessary for the celebration of Mass.

Formation and Education

Bible Study
 

Members meet on Monday evenings to study a book of the Bible in English for 10 or 12 consecutive sessions. Each session starts with a lecture or presentation followed by discussion. This is an ongoing, year-long ministry. The Spanish group meets on Fridays.

 
 

CCD

 

Catechetical program for children administered by catechists under the direction of the Director of Religious Education.

 
 

Fully Engaged

 

A religious education program for couples who are preparing for marriage.

 
 

Marriages in Victory

 

International movement and apostolate of lay Catholics dedicated to the growth of married couples through retreats and weekly meetings for spiritual growth, in English and Spanish.

 
 

New Beginnings

 

A parishioner-to-parishioner presentation and parish resource for the orientation and introduction of new parishioners to the parish in three integrated parts: Interior life, parish life and lay vocation. Open to all parishioners. English and Spanish.

 
 

RCIA

 

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults – A process developed by the Catholic Church for gradually introducing prospective converts who are above the age of infant baptism to Catholic beliefs and practices. This ministry functions under the direction of the Director of Religious Ed.

Parish Life

Brazilian Group
 

Members meet for various purposes, such as festivities, prayer and worship. There is a Mass in Portuguese on Sunday evenings for the Brazilian community.

 
 

Gift Shop

 

Religious articles are for sale in the parish gift shop. Members take turns in attending the shop after weekend Masses.