Worship Commission
Mission: The mission of the Worship Commission is to represent St. Michael’s Faith Community in matters relating to its Liturgical Life and is an advisory to the Parish Council and the Pastor. We discuss, evaluate, design, and oversee the Worship Life of our parish. Continual education and training in all aspects of Liturgy are at the core of our Ministry.
This commission meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6:00pm in the Parish Conference Room.
Contact: Ron Kinsley, Chairperson
Phone: 690-1329
E-mail: Rkinsle@aol.com
The Worship Commission oversees the following ministries:
Altar Servers Dedicated, responsible, youth, 5th - 8th grade assist the priest in the celebration of Mass and other worship services: weddings, funerals, confirmation, etc. Periodic meetings will be held for training. This is an excellent way for the young people to be involved in Liturgy, and is a stepping stone to future involvement in Liturgy, such as Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors.
Contacts: Fr. Santos “Sunny” Castillo 462-5002 / frsunny@stmichaelcommunity.org
Ron Kinsley 690-1329 / Rkinsle@aol.com
George Carr 665-0994 / carrgj@sbcglobal.net
Gene Kania 665-8365 / skania@safeplace.net
Art & Environment Ministry Responsible for the “atmosphere,” “mood” and “climate” of liturgical celebrations. A variety of talents are needed. Imagination, creativity, design, sewing, painting, crafts, floral arranging, and manpower are welcome.
Contact: Joan Scheib 665-0234 / joanscheib@sbcglobal.net
Bereavement Ministry Assists families in the days immediately following a loved one’s death by providing general pastoral care and also by helping the family plan the funeral liturgy.
Contact: Cathy Swanson 462-5044 / cswanson@stmichaelcommunity.org
Children’s Liturgy of the Word Provides an opportunity for children in Kindergarten through 8th grade attending 9:00 or 10:30 Mass to hear the Sunday readings proclaimed from the Children’s Lectionary and discuss them in an age appropriate way. Children are invited each week to go to the Parish Center after the opening prayer and re-join their families shortly after the Prayer of the Faithful. Facilitators are needed to lead these sessions. Helpers (teens – adults) are needed to accompany the children to, from, and during the sessions.
Contact: Cathy Gottlieb 510-9342
Eucharistic Adoration Offers a time to adore Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament on the 1st Tuesday of every month beginning at 8:30am. Volunteers are needed to “keep watch” throughout the day which concludes with Holy Hour and Benediction at 7:00pm. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus.
Contact: Henry Kohley 668-8677 to “keep watch.”
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion Men and women help the priest and deacon to distribute the Body and Blood of Jesus with reverence, dignity, and warm hospitality. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old and are always welcome!
Ø All New Ministers and all Weekend Masses:
Contact: Ron Kinsley 690-1329 / Rkinsle@aol.com
Ø For 6:30 AM Daily Mass:
Contact: Cathy Swanson 462-5044 / cswanson@stmichaelcommunity.org
Ø For 8:00 AM Daily Mass:
Contact: Pat Daleiden 668-6307 / angelforce1@aol.com
Laundering of Church Linens
Launder albs.
Contact: Vada Armbrust 668-5651
Launder small linens (purificators, corporals, etc.).
Contact: Herbie Bollweg 668-7351 / bobb823@ispwest.com
Mass Coordinators Assist at weekend and special liturgies by making sure that everything is set up for the Mass, and making sure that there are enough Extraordinary Ministers, Ministers of the Word, Ministers of Hospitality, and Altar Servers. Training is given as needed.
Contact: Ron Kinsley 690-1329 / Rkinsle@aol.com
Ministers of Hospitality (Ushers) People who enjoy helping others and have concern for the comfort of the assembly. In addition to welcoming the community to worship, these ministers tend to those tasks that bring good order to the liturgy.
Contact: Steve Schultz 682-8429 / spmarg@sbcglobal.net
Ministers of the Word (Lectors) This ministry is open to those interested in proclaiming the Word of God at liturgies and days of celebration. The lector uses his or her voice, body, and feelings to present the great eternal message proclaimed in Scripture. New volunteers are always welcome!
Ø New Lectors and all Weekend Masses:
Contact: Betty Basista Ronaldson 621-6008 / bettybasista@sbcglobal.net
Ø For 6:30 AM Daily Mass:
Contact: Cathy Swanson 462-5044 / cswanson@stmichaelcommunity.org
For 8:00 AM Daily Mass:
Contact: Peg Matte 221-0876 / glamgalizzo@sbcglobal.net
Ministers to the Sick This ministry offers Christ’s presence and that of St. Michael community by providing spiritual support to the elderly, shut-ins or persons home recuperating from hospital stays. Members make "at home" visits, offering the Eucharist, and sharing prayer and concern for their well-being.
Contacts: Deacon John Cozzens 665-2250 / j.cozzens@sbcglobal.net
Thecla Rettberg, RN 462-5042 / trettberg@stmichaelcommunity.org
Mary Ellen Kripp 260-9380 / mkripp@reshealthcare.org
Ministers to the Sick at the Wheaton Care Center Visit and distribute communion to the residents once every 5-6 weeks.
Ø Distribute Communion during the week:
Contact: David Balane 665-8639 / dmbalane@sbcglobal.net
Ø Distribute Communion and help with Mass on Tuesdays:
Contact: Ben & Catherine Calacci 688-7023 / cbnk@aol.com
Music Ministry Music is of preeminent importance in the celebration of our Faith. It imparts a sense of unity to the assembly and helps set a reverent tone to the seasons of the Liturgical Year. Please consider lending your talents to enhance our music ministry.
Contact: Christopher Orf 462-5005 / corf@stmichaelcommunity.org
Ø Cantor Programs For individuals who would like to assist in leading parish members in worship of song and liturgy.
Ø Parish Choir For singers from high school to adult.
Ø Children’s Choir For all children from grades 1-6.
Contact: Ellen Coman 682-4744 / lnwatermelon67@aol.com
Ø Children’s Hand Chime Choir For grades 5 – 8.
Contact: Pat Statwick 690-8155 / pmstatwick@yahoo.com
Ø Contemporary Ensemble For those interested in sharing contemporary and progressive Christian music.
Ø Handbell Ensemble For those who are interested in learning and experiencing the joy of handbells.
Contact: Pat Statwick 690-8155 / pmstatwick@yahoo.com
Ø Instrumental and Gifted Musicians For all ages to share their special talents.
Sewing Baptismal Garments A garment is sewn and then given to the family when their son or daughter is baptized.
Contact: Kathleen Gresk 690-6432 / kathleen.gresk@orthodupage.com