WORSHIP;

This committee is responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating parish prayer and worship in accordance with diocesan policies and directives. The committee includes the following tasks: Liturgy celebrations, music, lectors, Eucharistic Ministers, altar servers

CHRISTIAN FORMATION:

This committee is responsible  for planning, implementing and evaluating parish religious formation at all age levels according to the needs of the parish and of the wider community in accordance with the educational policies of the Diocese of Richmond.

Includes: Sunday School, RCIA, Youth and Adult formation.

JUSTICE AND PEACE;

This group plans, implements and evaluates the social justice ministry of the parish. It helps to meet the  needs of the poor and oppressed, both locally and globally; to reflect on the Gospel’s social teaching and on the underlying causes of social problems (in collaboration with Christian Formation and Worship); and to transform  social structures through legislative advocacy, peace making, and other efforts.  This ministry encourages parishioners to build a culture of life through their family, work and citizenship.

PARISH COMMUNITY LIFE;

This body is responsible for promoting the spirit of community in the parish. Its function includes consistent and planned efforts to strengthen relationships among all segments and individuals within the parish in order to foster a truly hospitable atmosphere.  The committee is particularly concerned about reaching out to new and inactive members, and involving them in parish activities. Sunday socials, pot-lucks, picnics.

ADMINISTRATION:

This committee is responsible for the smooth operation of the parish and for the care of the parish facilities, including care and upkeep of parish buildings and grounds. Administration should provide support for all other ministries of the parish. One key task of administration therefore should encouraging or guiding the stewardship program of the parish.