Parish Ministries
The work of Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish is preformed through the parish ministries. Ministry is a special call from God to serve actively as a member of Christ's Church. It is through the sacrament of Baptism that each of us is called to ministry.
The concept of ministry has been integral to the Church since its earliest days. After Christ's Resurrection, Ascension and sending the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, the apostles continued His ministry on Earth.In the name of Jesus, they cared for the poor,cured the sick and preached the message of the Kingdom. As new needs arose, members of the early Church were called to serve through members of the early Church were called to serve through ministries such as preaching and social service. As members of the Church today, we continue to reach out to serve others, as well as one another in the spirit of Christian ministry.
Parish Pastoral Council
PURPOSE:
Provides a consultative voice between the Pastor and parishioners regarding future projects of the parish. Advises the pastor future projects that concern the parish community.
DUTIES:
Conducts monthly meetings with the Pastor with regards to the needs or concerns of the parishioners. Also present at monthly Baptismal celebrations to assist the Pastor present at monthly Baptismal celebrations to assist the Pastor with the Rite of Baptism.
REQUIREMENTS:
Nominated by the pastor and eager to serve the parish community. Must be motivated, vibrant, and outgoing.
PARISH FINANCE COMMITTEE
PURPOSE:
To offer the pastor advice regarding the fiscal matters and finances of the parish.
DUTIES:
Advises the Pastor on all decisions that affect parish finances and fiscal matters as requested. Execute monthly review of financial performance of parish as compared to the parish budget. Coordinate annual ministry budgets and prepare the parish budget according to Diocesan policies and norms.
REQUIREMENTS:
Appointed by the Pastor. Parishioner with experience in financial management and/or an accounting background and willing to dedicate time on a regular basis.
PARKING MINISTRY
PURPOSE:
Provide parishioners with security while attending Mass or parish functions.
DUTIES:
To provide security during all Masses and parish events as well as direct traffic flow.
REQUIREMENTS:
Willingness to serve.
RCIA
PURPOSE:
Prepares adults, teens, and children to become fully initiated members of our Catholic Church through religious formation.
DUTIES:
Instruct students in catechetical formation in preparation for the the reception of either Baptism, Holy Eucharist, or Confirmation. Along with the catechists, teacher aides provide assistance to students whether through group discussion or activities.
REQUIREMENTS:
A desire to share knowledge of the Lord Jesus with others. Catechists and teacher aides are required to register for catechetical training through Diocesan sponsored workshops.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
PURPOSE:
To provide quality religious education for all members of the parish community whether through Sunday School, RCIA, or sacramental preparation such as First Holy Communion or Confirmation.
DUTIES:
To share in the catechetical ministry of the Church and to catechize according to the teaching authority of the Church and to carry out diocesan directives, policies and guidelines. Catechists are called to proclaim Christ's message through catechism, to participate in efforts to develop the community, to lead students to worship and prayer, and to motivate students to serve others.
REQUIREMENTS:
Earnest desire to share Christ's message to children and teens in the Religious Education or sacramental preparation programs. Catechists and teacher aides are required to register for catechetical training through Diocesan sponsored workshops.
YOUTH MINISTRY
PURPOSE:
Provides youth with community-building activities and grants them opportunities to serve the Lord by serving others through community and church service projects.
DUTIES:
Facilitate youth-oriented activities such as sports, service projects, retreats, socials, and prayer services.
REQUIREMENTS:
Adult youth ministers must have an earnestness to work patiently with all youth and be committed to planning and facilitating youth activities. Youth leaders must be Confirmed and express a desire to share their faith experience and knowledge with their peers.
ALTAR SERVER
PURPOSE:
Assists the principal celebrant in the celebration of Mass.
DUTIES:
Prepare the altar and required vessels for the celebration of Mass as well as assist the priests, deacon, and ministers with the celebration. Guidelines and other duties are also written in the Altar Server Handbook.
REQUIREMENTS:
Altar servers must have received the sacrament of Holy Communion and complete a training session with the Altar Server Coordinator. Altar Servers must serve a minimum of two years.
ALTAR CARE
PURPOSE:
Aids in the maintenance and upkeep of all linens, towels, tablecloths, altar cloths, and vestments used by the church.
DUTIES:
To maintain all cloth accessories and items used for Mass, as well as, Baptismal, Funeral, and Marriage ceremonies.
REQUIREMENTS:
Eager angel willing to serve behind-the-scenes as well as maintain the sacristy and altar.
ENVIRONMENT
PURPOSE:
To maintain the aesthetics of the church which includes the preparation for each liturgical season.
DUTIES:
To assist with Altar Care in providing a clean atmosphere for the celebration of Mass and parish events. The Environment Committee is also responsible for the design and decoration during seasonal church celebrations such as Advent, Christmas, Lent and Easter.
REQUIREMENTS:
Hardworking angels with a creative flair for design and decoration.
LECTORS
PURPOSE:
To assist the principal celebrant in proclaiming the word of God.
DUTIES:
Attend scheduled meetings, training workshops, and adhere to the duties written in the lector guidelines.
REQUIREMENTS:
Must be a confirmed Catholic in good standing and have a willingness to proclaim Christ's message to the congregation. Lectors must serve a minimum of two years.
MUSIC MINISTRY
PURPOSE:
Providing music at Masses and special liturgies is a vital service to God's people, for as St. .Augustine said,"...whoever sings, prays twice." Those who help others to lift up their minds, hearts and voices to God, not only give public witness to their own faith but truly inspire the assembly to be more aware of the presence of the Lord among His people.
DUTIES:
Music ministers lead the congregation in singing at Masses and other liturgical celebrations. At times, they may provide meditation or other types of music not intended for general participation.
REQUIREMENTS:
All those regularly participating in this ministry should be registered members of the parish. They must present a good personal appearance whenever engaged in their ministry and must be willing to attend all regularly scheduled and special rehearsals.
SPECIAL MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST
PURPOSE:
Provides assistance to the Pastor in ministering the Eucharist to the parish community during Mass.
DUTIES:
Attend scheduled workshops, days of Recollection, prepare vessels for Mass, and to comply with duties documented in the Special Minister of the Eucharist guidelines.
REQUIREMENTS:
Must be a confirmed and practicing Catholic in good standing and have a willingness to serve others. Special Ministers of the Eucharist must serve at least two years.
USHERS
PURPOSE:
To serve the parish community in celebrating the Mass by exercising hospitality inside and outside the church.
DUTIES:
Assists parishioners to pews, records Mass attendance as well as persons receiving Holy Communion, directs parishioners for the reception of the Eucharist, and collects monetary offerings from offertory receptacles. All ushers must also adhere to the duties written in the Usher guidelines handout.
REQUIREMENTS:
Must be a confirmed and practicing Catholic in good standing and have a willingness to serve others. Ushers must serve at least two years.
BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY
PURPOSE:
Provides assistance to the Pastor and parish families in preparing funeral arrangements.
DUTIES:
Assists pastor with funeral arrangements, makes necessary arrangements with Liturgical and Music Minister, and gives aid to families during their time of grief.
REQUIREMENTS:
Willing and available to assist during funeral services as needed.
HOMEBOUND MINISTRY
PURPOSE:
Provides parishioners who are homebound the opportunity to receive the sacrament of the Holy Eucharist.
DUTIES:
Visit assigned parishioners and provide the sacrament of the Holy Eucharist. Must also attend training sessions with Special Ministers of the Eucharist. Home-bound ministers are an extension of our parish by being available to those who are not able to celebrate Mass with the parish community.
REQUIREMENTS:
Must be a confirmed and practicing Catholic in good standing and eager to serve those who are sick and home bound. Must be a trained minister of the Eucharist.
MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
PURPOSE:
Provide married couples and newlyweds opportunities to strengthen their bonds of matrimony through retreats and workshops.
DUTIES:
Prepares engaged couples with marriage preparation according to parish and Diocesan guidelines. Also assists married couples who are eager to strengthen their bond of marriage.
REQUIREMENTS:
Individuals or couples who are willing to share time and experiences with other couples.
CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUP
PURPOSE:
To provide parishioners spiritual and liturgical renewal through song, scripture, and fellowship.
REQUIREMENTS:
Willing to serve and praise the Lord through worship.
FELLOWSHIP COMMITTEE
PURPOSE:
Provide parishioners and visitors opportunities for fellowship through Fellowship Weekends, Parish Breakfasts, and parish celebrations.
DUTIES:
Attendance at monthly meetings to assist with planning of Fellowship Weekend as well as Parish Workday. Coordinate with team members for scheduled service during Fellowship Weekend.
REQUIREMENTS:
Friendly and outgoing individual with an open heart.
FILIPINO CATHOLIC CLUB
PURPOSE:
To encourage Christian fellowship among Filipinos and others in this parish community, to promote apostolic activities in the parish; to aid and assist the parish in strengthening spiritual ties of the Filipinos and others in this community; to live our Christian faith through words, actions & deeds.
DUTIES:
Open to any Catholic at least 18 years old who has a sincere interest in the purpose and objectives this club, who will attend meetings regularly, & who will actively participate in club functions.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
PURPOSE:
Catholic fraternal parish organization that maintains charity, unity, and patriotism. To support the church in parish activities and events, to give comfort to the sick and disabled, to service those in need, and to grant financial services to its members and families.
DUTIES:
Attendance at scheduled meetings and to provide support to parish activities such as Parish Workday and Fellowship Weekend.
REQUIREMENTS:
Practicing Catholic male age 18+.
NEOCATECHUMENAL WAY
PURPOSE:
To provide parishioners with spiritual renewal through the Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist.
REQUIREMENTS:
Prayerful individual willing to serve God by serving others.
MISSIONARY BASIC CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY
PURPOSE:
To preserve the spiritual and cultural heritage of the Catholic faith in the Micronesian community.
REQUIREMENTS:
To support church activities as well as provide opportunities for the faithful to celebrate Mass in their own dialect. purpose: To further the spiritual renewal of the individual through retreats
PERPETUAL ADORATION
PURPOSE:
To provide for the spiritual renewal and closeness with God.
REQUIREMENTS:
Sincere and devoted individual committed to Jesus Christ.
SENIORS SOCIAL CLUB
PURPOSE:
To seniors young at heat with an opportunity for fellowship with others.
REQUIREMENTS:
Eager individuals willing to food, fun, and fellowship with fellow seniors.
Pearl City Bonsai Club
PURPOSE:
The mission of the Hawaii Bonsai Association is to promote the art and culture of bonsai to Hawaii's communities.
REQUIREMENTS:
All you need to join the Pearl City Bonsai Club is an interest in bonsai.
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OUTREACH
PURPOSE:
To provide service to those in need regardless of race, creed, or other affiliations through financial or food help.
DUTIES:
To provide material assistance to the needy, provide counseling to those in difficult situations, home visitations and institutional visits, as well as coordination with other people of good will in relieving need and addressing its causes.
REQUIREMENTS:
Dedicated Christian people who are willing to help others in need when necessary.
XAVIER CLUB
PURPOSE:
To preserve the spiritual and cultural heritage of the Catholic faith in the Japanese community through activities and outings.
REQUIREMENTS:
To participate in church activities and events as well as attendance at scheduled meetings.
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