Ministries at St. Mary’s are a huge way in which we fulfill our mission. Find out more about our ministries below.
The question we have to ask ourselves is, “What are we doing with the time, talent, and treasure that the Lord has given us?”
Fr. Ken Lao, CC
We are always looking for new volunteers to get involved! No matter what you have to offer, there is a ministry that is right for you.
Ministries
Heart of Mercy
Debbie Duval | heart.of.mercy@stmarysottawa.ca To show the mercy of Christ by helping the less fortunate within our parish, parish boundaries, city and abroad. Subscribe to our Email LIst Subscribe * indicates required Email Address * First Name *
Hospitality
Catherine Sullivan, Mary Scherr & Mary Beth Pion | office@stmarysottawa.ca A really fun group who prepare food and drink after various events at St Mary’s, so that people feel welcome, and are able to spend time socializing with their brothers and sisters in Christ.
Knights of Columbus
st.m.kofc@gmail.com Keep Christ in Christmas Poster COntest Winners Congratulations to the winners of our Keep Christ in Christmas poster contest! Grade K winner Elodie Grade 1-2 winner Frederick Grade 5-6 winner Henry The Knights of Columbus (KOC) is a Catholic fraternal organization, the foundation of which is based on fulfilling four basic principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism. The Order strives to enhance the spiritual life of its members and their families by promoting initiatives that strengthen ties with…
Lectors
Jacquie Farah | lectors@stmarysottawa.ca Lectors assist in proclaiming the Word of God during the Mass or other parish liturgies. In addition, we increase our own personal spirituality through prayer and the study of Scripture. Lectors are asked to serve in this ministry approximately twice every 6-8 weeks and to attend training sessions.
Music
Warren Scherr | music@stmarysottawa.ca St. Mary’s Music Ministry provides music and worship for Sunday Liturgies as well as major Feast days. Join the Music Ministry Are you interested in leading music at Mass? The St. Mary’s Music Ministry is looking for new singers and instrumentalists. Please fill out the form and attach your audition video before March 16th.
Prayer and Prophetic Ministry
Michael Sarich & Natalia Lacar | prayer.prophetic.ministry@stmarysottawa.ca The Prayer and Prophetic Ministry offers the hope of being set free from circumstances that keep people from God’s best so that they may live out the fullness of their identity and purpose. We seek to demonstrate the love of God and His power through an encounter with Him and His truth.
Pro-Life
Nick Lusito | pro.life@stmarysottawa.ca St. Mary’s Pro-Life Ministry communicates parish opportunities to actively participate in annual events locally, i.e., National March for Life, Life Chain, and 40 Days for Life campaigns, as well as directs inquiries to spiritual, educational, political, and social support resources regarding life issues. Life Chain Sunday October 4th | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm LIFE CHAIN is coming to a corner near you Sunday October 4th, from 2 to 3 p.m. Thousands of Christians will gather…
Sacristans
Michael Crane | sacristans@stmarysottawa.ca We prepare the Sanctuary for Mass, funerals, and sacraments at the church.
Spiritual Gifts
Gary Mellor | spiritual.gifts@stmarysottawa.ca The seminar provides an opportunity for committed Christians to discover their God – given charisms for ministry. It is a workshop approach combining presentations, workbooks and completion of an inventory to help the process of identification.
Technology
Zac Duval & John Timinski | media@stmarysottawa.ca Help us proclaim the Good News to all nations! The technology ministry offers an opportunity to serve on live stream, sound, or slides. Training is provided and no experience is necessary.