There are many ways to put your faith into action alongside your fellow parishioners at Christ the King. Here are some examples:
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion help to distribute the Body and Blood of Christ at Mass and also take Holy Communion to the sick and homebound. Recommendations are made by the pastor, Father Madden; and the Bishop of Savannah appoints these ministers for three year terms. Potential candidates must be over 18, a member of the parish, and have completed required training.
Lectors proclaim the word of God at Mass and other liturgies. They should be good readers and communicators and have a love for the Scriptures.
Adults ages 17 and up are invited to serve as ushers and/or greeters by helping with collections, seating, and/or greeting people and also handing out bulletins and other materials.
These parishioners present the gifts of bread and wine to the priest at the Offertory of the Mass.
Students who have received their First Communion are eligible to be altar servers. Training sessions are held periodically. Altar servers are scheduled for all Masses.
These parishioners prepare the sancturary for Mass and other liturgies, clean and press the altar linens, and take care of the sanctuary.
These parishioners help decorate the church for special feasts and other occasions.
Members of the choir and song leaders lead the music at Masses and other liturgies. We also invite anyone who plays an instrument to participate.
is making an effort to meet the needs of the people within our parish boundaries of Harris and Talbot counties, by serving four specific ministries in which parishioners are asked to take an active part.
The foundation of our Parish Outreach program relies on the prayers of our people. This ministry is open to all parishioners who desire to pray for the people who are serving others and for those who are being served.
This ministry is vital to our program. There are persons in their own homes, nursing homes, hospices, assisted living places and hospitals that have a need for a visit from caring individuals.
It is appropriate for two volunteers at a time to make these visits.
In our faith community when someone dies, we all grieve. We pray for and with each family who loses a loved one. We also provide a reception after the funeral so that family and friends may gather and celebrate the life of the deceased and share a meal that Christ the King parishioners provide. We hope that doing so will alleviate some of the emotional and financial strain on families during this time, as well as provide them with the love and support of our parish community.
Volunteers may wish to send a card or a written message to the sick, infirmed, widowed, to those who have suffered the loss of someone, those celebrating special events, or to those who are deployed by the military in foreign countries. Through this compassionate activity, volunteers can bring a spirit of hope and joy to many people.
Our Outreach Center's office hours are Monday-Friday from 10 AM to 3:30 PM. This ministry requires volunteers who are willing to answer the telephone and/or give some of their time to talk with individuals, who may visit Christ the King in search of someone with whom they can converse. This program involves cooperation with other agencies. Some emergency food distribution may be required and/or financial assistance arranged. Records of all activity are kept on file.
The Welcoming Ministry calls on new and prospective new church members to offer greetings and information. Church members may assist ailing and bereaved families by preparing and serving food for funeral receptions, or cooking and delivering meals for the sick and/or homebound.
Women of our parish are invited to a monthly evening of fun and fellowship on the 3rd Wednesday at 7 PM, at the Pastoral Center across the street from the church. Enjoy getting to know new friends and families. This group is mostly social, and participates in some charitable activities.
Members organize the parish stewardship program of sharing our time, talents and treasure with the church and community.
This committee oversees the building and grounds of the church and the priest’s residence. Assistance is often needed to direct traffic before and after Mass.
about any of these ministries and how you can get involved, please contact our Parish Office at 706-663-0090 or ctkpinemountain@att.net.