Founded April 17, 1973 - Incorporated July 1, 2008
The Diocese of Phoenix has mandated that all diocesan staff and volunteers attend a “Protecting God’s Children for Adults” foundational training. If you would like to serve in a ministry at the parish, you must attend this training. To find a class and time convenient for you, please register online at www.safeenvironmenttraining.org/classes.php
for “Protecting God’s Children for Adults” or contact P. Ann Colvin-Smith (Safe Environment Training Site Coordinator/Holy Spirit) in the parish office at (480) 838-7474 if you have any questions regarding your training requirement or for assistance in registering for the class.
“Visit the Lord in the ‘heart to heart’ contact that is Eucharistic adoration.” (Pope John Paul II) This ministry is actively engaged in Eucharistic adoration each Friday, 9:00AM – 6:00PM, in the Blessed Sacrament chapel. One hour, or even one half hour, of adoration is requested.
Adoration schedule is subject to change each week, please call the parish office
(480) 838-7474 to confirm.
Altar servers have the privilege of assisting the priest in the sanctuary during the Mass and other liturgical functions. Those interested in becoming an altar server need to have celebrated their First Communion.
Altar Server Prayer
Altar Server Sign-up Sheet
Altar Server Reference Sheet
Altar Server Job Description
Altar Server Terms and Symbols
Helpful definitions for Altar Servers
Reminders for Altar Servers
Liturgical Terms and Definitions
Diagram of the Mass
The objective of this group of volunteers is to create a liturgical environment that is consistent with the liturgical season. This is accomplished by decorating the environment with the symbols and colors of the various seasons on the liturgical calendar. Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter and Ordinary Times all have a different emphasis. Certain liturgical seasons are busier than others such as Holy Week where the environment is changed three times in one week. This ministry is made up of those who wish to work as part of a creative team. Artistic and design skills are desired but not required.
Time Commitment: Time varies according to the liturgical season. We try to limit our work time
to no more than 3 hours per day and spread the work out over several days.
Becoming a Holy Communion Minister entails reverently serving the Body of Christ to the community of Holy Spirit during Mass. Eucharistic Ministers must be members of the parish for at least one year, 16 years or older, and have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Holy Communion, and Confirmation in the Roman Catholic Church. The volunteer commitment is approximately twice a month at the Saturday Vigil or Sunday Masses. Training requires one to two sessions for a total of about four hours, involving theological background and the basics of serving the Eucharist.
Eucharistic Minister Prayer
Eucharistic Ministry Information Sheet
Regulations for Eucharistic Ministers
Eucharistic Minister Certification Sign-up Sheet
Eucharistic Minister Recertification Sign-up Sheet
Eucharistic Minister - Reflective questions
Extraordinary Ministry of Holy Communion
Eucharistic Minister Set-up Instructions
Ciboria and Chalice Washing Instructions
Terms and Symbols commonly used in Worship
Liturgical Terms and Definitions
Diagram of the Mass
Ushers are responsible for preparing the worship area, greeting the community, gathering the community’s offering, and seating people. The commitment is for weekend and holy day Masses. Training session is required. Call the Parish Office (480) 838-7474 for training session schedule.
FIRE EXTINGUISHER LOCATIONS
PARISH HISTORY
Usher training suggestion dress code
Usher Booklet Training 2015
Usher Information Manual
Usher Sign Up Form
Ushers Prayer
Lector Ministry
Proclaim the Good News! When the Scriptures are read in the church, it is Christ himself who speaks. This is an important ministry, which requires a strong voice and a commitment to the Word. Lectors assist at all Masses and at other special liturgical services. Lectors are scheduled on a regular basis, but there are opportunities to volunteer for extra services. There is a training session required and a yearly renewal.
Lector Prayer of Preparation
Lector Prayer
Procedures for Lectors 2015
Regulations for Lectors
Linen Ministry
The Linen Ministry has the responsibility of maintaining the linens used during Mass. It is a responsibility that is very flexible. The linens are laundered and ironed once a week. They are picked up in the sacristy on Mondays and returned by Friday. Each person takes a month at a time, two to three times a year. Scheduling is flexible and done for your convenience.
Linen Folding Instructions
Linen Washing Instructions
The Music Ministry is a wonderful opportunity to serve our Lord through the unique and universal language of music. It is a wonderful outlet for voices and instruments to raise prayer to new levels. Masses at Holy Spirit feature both traditional as well as contemporary musical styles. We have several choirs: Adult Choir, Children’s Choir, and Bell Choir; as well as seasonal instrumental and vocal ensembles. If you like to sing you are welcome to join one of our choirs, or if you play an instrument you may want to join playing at the Mass you attend. Reading music is only required for instrumentalists although it is a plus for singers. Contact the Parish Music Director for more information.
Bingo is played at Holy Spirit every Friday night with a few exceptions, from 6:30 PM -10:00 PM. Five teams of seven to ten volunteers make up this ministry. Each team assists once a month for about three hours. Workers tend to have as much fun as the players.
Religious Formation for elementary (Pre-Kindergarten-6), Junior High Young Apostles (grades 7-8) and Senior High (FLIGHT) students (grades 9-12)
The Department of Catechesis Ministry seeks in assisting parents, (the primary educators of their children’s faith,) in responding to their baptismal promises made to Christ and His Church. A team of faith-filled Catechists and Aids are needed each year to nourish this loving relationship between God, child and neighbor. An exceptional curriculum is utilized, whereby children, teens and adults can strengthen and generously respond with love, to their covenant relationship. Sessions are weekly throughout the year for Pre-K, (Catechesis of the Good Shepherd,) Elementary, Jr. High, through High School. Additional, opportunities are available for Sacrament Preparation of Baptism, Reconciliation, Confirmation and Eucharist; i.e. Retreat Co-workers, Cooks, Bakers, Snack Coordinators, Seamstress, Bulletin Board, throughout the year and Office Help during the week from Monday through Thursday.
The Annual Christmas Pageant is God’s story of salvation history intermingled with a wide collection of Christian Christmas Carols, and Latins Hymns. A team of adults is needed to assist in various capacities, i.e. assisting children, art and environment, music, lighting, photography, sound, props, sewing, simple set up and tear down crews, etc. Rehearsals begin in late November through the day of the pageant in December.
Summer Bible Camp invites children ages 4-10 years old to participate in a fun filled, week long program with bible stories, prayer, crafts, music, snacks and games. The camp is in June from Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., with a performance on Friday at 12:30. Adults and teens (6 grade through High School) are needed as Team Leaders and in various capacities, i.e. baking, cooking, sewing, art and environment, simple set up and tear down crew, musicians, and snack coordinators etc.
Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW)
Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW) invites children to actively participate in the Sunday scripture readings, presented in a language more appropriate for their understanding. The dismissal takes place at the 9:00 a.m. and 11: 00 a.m. Sunday morning Masses, September through April. Adult Volunteers are needed to proclaim the readings, and communicate the message of the scriptures; second adults are needed to assist the presenter in aiding the children. Additional volunteers, (Teens-Adult) are also needed for various positions.
Church Cleaning Society
The Church Cleaning Society is looking for a few good women and men. If you feel a calling to help keep the church clean and orderly, this may be just for you. The group dusts, vacuums the church/chapel and sacristy, cares for the sacred vessels, and cleans the fingerprints from the glass in the church. There is nothing strenuous about this ministry. It is a group of parishioners who donate one to two hours of their time once a month.
This dynamic group has a smile for everyone after the 9 AM and 11AM Masses on Sundays. The service requirement depends on the number of available volunteers willing to serve coffee and donuts September – May. This ministry of hospitality is an activity that will have you meeting new people almost instantly. Also a perfect ministry for families to become involved in together!
Finance Council is four member ministry charged with overseeing the financial operations of the parish. Parishioners with backgrounds in finance, accounting, real estate, banking, and so forth, who might be interested in this ministry, are encouraged to present their credentials to the pastor. Membership on this committee is at the pastor’s invitation. The term of service is typically three years.
Fund-raising is an ongoing activity in any non-profit organization, and the church is no exception. A painless way for parishioners to participate in raising money for parish projects is for them to purchase and use grocery cards sold after the weekend Masses once a month and at the parish office. Grocery gift cards are used just as cash in the stores at no extra cost to participants.
This outreach organization assists both parishioners and those who visit our parish who are in need of food and other staples of life. “Helping Hands” is especially looking for individuals who would be willing to meet with clients in the parish office to assess and provide one on one assistance with food requests. Volunteers are needed on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 9 AM - 11 AM.
Holy Communion Ministers to the Homebound are trained to bring the Eucharist to people in care facilities or private homes or to anyone recuperating from illness or surgery. Ministers of Care lead a Communion Service each Sunday or once during the week.
This ministry is always looking for cheerful volunteers interested in helping with office duties: bulletin inserts, front desk reception, and clerical filing. If you enjoy greeting and meeting people, this is the ministry for you! Training sessions are provided for reception desk duties and the parish phone system. Volunteer opportunities are Mondays and/or Tuesdays in the morning and/or afternoon.
Ora Et Labora: These two words form the purpose for our prayer group here at Holy Spirit. Primarily spiritual (focusing on readings and discussion, guest speakers, seasonal prayer and activity, etc.) with at least two service events for the parish each year. This group follows the Benedictine monastic tradition of balancing prayer and work for the good of the community and for each member of the group. Ora et Labora Prayer Group meets in the chapel on the last Monday of each month. Chapel opens at 6:00 p.m. for personal, silent, prayer. At 6:30 p.m., Communal Prayer, Evening Prayer, Litany of Saints, Deceased remembered, Prayers for Intentions, Parish Prayer Book Intentions, and Prayers for Vocations, begins. To confirm meeting schedule, contact the parish office at (480) 838-7474.
The purpose of the Pastoral Council is to spiritually and knowledgeably represent the parish, to assist the pastor, and to vision, plan, advise and serve the needs of the faith community. The focus of the Pastoral Council is on spiritual life, religious education, facilities development, and community outreach. Members serve a three-year term, beginning in July. Meetings are held the first Monday of each month. Applications are accepted beginning in March. For more information, call the parish office (480) 838-7474.
This group of parish volunteers actively prays for those who have been added to our Prayer Advocates list. Notification of prayers requested is sent via e-mail. No meetings are required. Simply the dedicated commitment to pray for those who have requested prayers from the parish is all that is required.
Care and the love of knitting (and crocheting) have been combined into this prayerful ministry that reaches out to those in need of comfort and solace. Many blessings are knitted/crocheted into every item. Ministry members begin each shawl with prayers for the recipient. Intentions are continued throughout the creation of the shawl and upon completion of each shawl, prayer cloth, or lap blanket, the item is then blessed by our Pastor. If you have ever knitted or crocheted it will come back to you quickly. We can teach beginners. Our Prayer Shawl Ministry meets every Friday morning from 9:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m. in the Social Hall. Come join us!
This ministry assists by helping to make the parish a center of life, a place where parishioners understand the issues and the importance of meeting the needs of those who are most vulnerable - especially mothers and their unborn children and those who are seriously ill or dying and their families. For more information, contact the parish office (480) 838-7474.
This group makes three types of cord rosaries for distribution to hospitals, missions, and children’s ministries. The rosaries are shipped around the world. Rosary Makers meet Monday evenings,7-9:30 p.m. Please contact the parish office (480) 838-7474 for meeting location.
This ministry is dedicated to praying the rosary every day for our parish, our priests, and religious. Select a date of the month that you will pray the rosary and stay true to your commitment. That’s all! There are no additional meetings or obligations.
This bi-lingual ministry group serves the general needs of the parish and reaches out to Vietnamese Catholics living in the southeast metropolitan area. It provides a ministry conduit for religious, catechetical, sacramental, social, linguistic and cultural experiences.
The Women’s Organization provides an opportunity for all women in the parish to become involved in fundraising events and fellowship. The organization has been active in the parish for more than 30 years. Primary fundraising events are the Annual Holiday Craft Sale and Bake Sale. Proceeds from these events benefit the parish and diocesan seminarians. Meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month (except July and August) at 7:30 p.m., Rm. 11, at Church of the Holy Spirit.
Our parishioner Bereavement Support Group Ministry meets the second and fourth Sunday of each month from 10:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., in classroom 9. This ministry provides comfort to parishioners who have lost a loved one. The opportunity to share, read, and reflect, in a small group setting, helps those in attendance find encouragement for changes in their lives while working through their grief journey. Together this parishioner support group comes together to help each other nagivate through the grief journey. Ministry Coordinators have attended the Bereavement Care Training provided by the Diocese of Phoenix. To learn more about this ministry, contact the parish office at (480) 838-7474. No professional counseling is offered.
Tears Speak…but Spirits Soar is a support group for women suffering from the loss of a child(ren) to abortion. If you are a woman who has suffered the loss of a child to abortion and wish to begin the healing journey, please consider attending this ‘post abortive’ support group. Tears Speak meets once per month, on the second Tuesday of each month at Mount Claret Retreat Center, 4633 N. 54th Street, Phoenix, from 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. To verify meeting schedule and/or to discuss confidentially, call the parish office at (480) 838-7474 and ask for Patty from Tears Speak.
Holy Spirit Senior C’s social group is open to ages 55 and older. Meetings are held on the 1st Thursday of each month from September through May. Coffee and refreshments begin at 10:30 a.m., in the Social Hall, with the business meeting starting at 11:00 a.m. You might find a surprise luncheon, artisan presentation, guest speaker, or a movie, following the monthly business meeting. Monthly off-site luncheons are also scheduled each month.