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altar servers
Altar Servers assist the priest during Mass. Their prayerful presence adds reverence and dignity to each celebration of the Mass through their listening, praying, and singing. This ministry is open to boys and girls, fifth grade and older, as well as adults, who have received the sacraments of Baptism and First Eucharist and attend Mass regularly. Formation for this ministry is provided.
Coordinators: Kim Abdallah, churchscheduler@comcast.net and Erik Zarate, 510-684-1062, (Spanish) ezarate2459@yahoo.com Minister: Katherine Andrews, PhD, 320-5725 liturgy@presentationchurch.net altar society
This ministry is comprised of five to six members selected on a rotating basis to serve weekly for one month at a time. They meet every Saturday morning for an hour or two to assist in maintaining the beauty of our worship space by ensuring a clean environment. There are no regularly scheduled meetings. When requested, Altar Society members assist the Environment Ministry.
Coordinator: Mary Anderson, 478-4160 robertandmary@comcast.net Minister: Katherine Andrews, PhD, 320-5725 liturgy@presentationchurch.net church environment/decorating
Members help prepare the church environment during the liturgical year. This ministry enhances the church, by art and design, so that the parish can worship more consciously.
Coordinator: Donna Garcia, 955-0629 Minister: Katherine Andrews, PhD, 320-5725 liturgy@presentationchurch.net communion to the sick and home bound
This Ministry is a link between Presentation and parishioners who are home bound or infirm. Men and women of the parish minister to their brothers and sisters in Christ who cannot participate in person, either for a short time or on a long-term basis. This ministry includes bringing the Eucharist and sharing the Word, visiting, listening, and being present when someone is in need of support and comfort. Parishioners who have received the sacraments of Baptism, First Eucharist and Confirmation are encouraged to be part of this vital service to our extended community. All parishioners can be part of this ministry by their faithful support through prayer. Friends, neighbors, or family members of those who would benefit from this ministry are encouraged to call.
Coordinator: Patricia Ling, 956-0328, ling_patricia@sbcglobal.net Minister: Susan Dobson, 320-5733 pastoralsvcs@presentationchurch.net ministry of bereavement and consolation
The Ministry of Bereavement and Consolation seeks to offer support, encouragement and empowerment with guidance of the Holy Spirit to those who have lost a loved one. This ministry includes a support group for the bereaved and a remembrance prayer service in November.
Coordinator: Minister: Susan Dobson, 320-5733 pastoralsvcs@presentationchurch.net music ministry cantor
Cantors are those singers who provide leadership at liturgy. Through personal prayer and preparation, they provide leadership and inspiration for the sung prayer of the assembly. Rehearsal is the first Tuesday of each month, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the church.
Coordinator: music@presentationchurch.net contemporary music group
The Contemporary Group offers praise and worship music in a mix of soul, country, gospel and soft rock styles, music for the young and young at heart. The group provides music for our 8:45 Sunday morning Masses. Rehearsal is every Monday, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the church.
Coordinator: music@presentationchurch.net instrumentalistsVarious instruments are needed, during the Masses and special events, to enhance the beauty of the music of the assembly. Such ministry requires a reasonably high level of musical proficiency, along with a personal commitment to prayer and worship.
Coordinator: music@presentationchurch.net presentation chorale
The Presentation Chorale consists of both our 10:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. choirs. Each choir consists of persons whose musical abilities range from the simple carrying of a tune to those with accomplished music reading and singing skills. Choir members continually build their musical and vocal skills, learning from each other in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere. Rehearsals for the 10:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. choirs are respectively Tuesday and Thursday evenings, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the church.
Coordinator: music@presentationchurch.net presentation contemporary youth band
This is the newest music group of the ministry and acts both as an independent band and a supplemental group to both the Contemporary Music Group and Sunday at Five. The goal of this band is to provide musical opportunities for the youth of the parish; enabling youth to learn the importance of music in worship and to work as one cohesive band unit. Rehearsals are every Wednesday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the church.
Coordinator: Thomas Ravago, 373-6647 Thomas_ravago@yahoo.com Minister: music@presentationchurch.net Spanish music ministries
The Spanish Choirs offer leadership and musical praise during the Spanish Mass and other events. The Choirs meet weekly, and sing at the 2:15 p.m. Spanish Mass.
Coordinator: Andres Gutierrez, 815-1030 Spanish Choir Coordinator: Ignacio Gonzalez, 518-7280 music@presentationchurch.net |
catholic youth organization volunteer (various sports)
The Catholic Youth Organization (CYO), through the vehicle of sports, provides the youth of the parish with an opportunity to practice Christian attitudes and responsibilities and to become friends with other children throughout the diocese. CYO activities are an example of Christian sportsmanship. The guiding principle behind the enforcement of this coed activity is that the behavior of everyone involved in CYO should not detract from children’s enjoyment of sports. Volunteer opportunities are available as: athletic board directors, coaches, team parents, registration/eligibility coordinator, snack bar coordinator, uniform coordinator, banquets coordinator, underwriting/fund-raising coordinator, referees, scorekeeper and timekeeper.
Athletic Director: Russ Daveggio, 495-8774 russelldaveggio@hotmail.com food pantry
The Presentation Food Pantry supports needy families in the community on the First and Third Saturdays of every month from 8:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. in St. Anne's conference room. There only two exceptions to these dates and times which are Holy Saturday and the Saturday prior to Thanksgiving.
The Food Pantry distributes canned and boxed goods, rice, beans, eggs, meat, bread and fresh fruit and produce. During 2016 Presentation Food Pantry assisted an average of 60 families and 218 individuals each Saturday. Volunteers are always welcome and for more information contact the facilitator. Coordinator: Lori Freitas, 209-481-0042 Minister: Susan Dobson, 320-5733 pastoralsvcs@presentationchurch.net Please visit the Gallery page to view more pictures. italian catholic federation (i.c.f.)
The purpose and mission of the I.C.F., founded in 1924, is
to nurture Italian culture, promote religion and charitable activities on family participation. The I.C.F. National Charity is Cooley’s Anemia. Since 1983, the I.C.F. has donated over $1,000,000 for research and treatment of this disease. The Gift of Love was created in 1996 to assist developmentally delayed/disabled persons to advance in their education or employment along the path to dignity and independence. Organ Donor Awareness was endorsed in 1995 to educate members about organ and tissue donations to help those awaiting these miraculous extensions of life. The I.C.F. grants first, second, third and fourth year scholarships to deserving Catholic students of Italian Heritage. Local I.C.F. districts hold an annual Bishop’s Day to contribute to the training of seminarians and to local charities including Haven of Peace, Food Bank and St. Mary’s Interfaith Dining Hall. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month. Please check the bulletin for meeting room. Coordinator: Karen Rosson karenrosson@comcast.net knights of columbus
The Knights of Columbus is an organization for Catholic men, which emphasizes strong, spiritual principles. Its purpose and mission for Presentation Parish is charity, unity, fraternity, spiritual growth and patriotism. Meetings are held at 7:00 p.m., on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Through financial and manual support for the church, school, and other ministries, they have a positive influence in the parish.
Grand Knight: William Nahorn, 474-0200 rewcn@aol.com daughters of isabella
The Order of the Daughters of Isabella is a charitable
organization of Catholic women founded on the principle of its motto: Unity, Friendship and Charity. These women come together as a sisterhood to uphold the teachings of the Catholic Church, bringing spiritual benefits to its members and contributing to the common good of humanity. By their faith, they are called to serve, inspired and challenged to do God’s work. They are committed to foster individual participation by way of mutual understanding, charitable activities and social interaction. As these women strive for the development of all that is best and truest in womanhood, they ultimately emerge in the community as a positive influence to uphold the high ideals of life and morals. Coordinator: Marjorie Nahorn, 406-5261 marji_mullins@yahoo.com security/community watch
We need your help. A Community Watch Program (Parking Lot Ministry) has been initiated at Presentation to try to resolve the car break-ins. Volunteers are needed to patrol parking lots along Benjamin Holt and McClellan during all weekend masses. Training and equipment will be provided.
Minister: Mark Gaff, 320-5711 facilitydirector@presentationchurch.net social justice ministryThe goal of the Social Justice Ministry is to promote the dignity of all human beings and encourage connections between parishioners and needs, linking interests and talents in service to others, based on Catholic Social Teaching. Focus areas are: direct services with emphasis on serving the poor, Respect Life, care for God’s Creation (environmental justice), solidarity with sisters and brothers around the world, restorative justice for both victims and those imprisoned, community organization, peace, and advocacy. The group meets the second Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Please see the parish bulletin for meeting room.
Coordinator: John Tucker, 957-2618 john.tucker@yorkrsg.com Minister: Susan Dobson, 320-5733 pastoralsvcs@presentationchurch.net grupo de oracion "nueva alianza"
The Grupo de Oración is a prayer group that comes together to pray and praise God and to share His word. All children are welcome. Childcare is available. The group meets on Friday evenings, at 7:00 p.m., in the St. Francis meeting room. Bring your Bible.
Coordinator: Minister: Deacon Mike Navarec, 598-8375 deaconmike91011@gmail.com "Fuerza y Poder", Hispanic Seniors
The Hispanic Seniors group was founded to develop friendship, reinforce spiritual values, and to participate in charitable activities. Meetings are held every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. in the St. Francis meeting room.
Coordinators: Carlos and Maria Ruiz, 477-3826 Minister: Deacon Mike Navarec, 598-8375 deaconmike91011@gmail.com |