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MINISTRY
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CONTACT
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DESCRIPTION
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ACOLYTES |
epapa@carmelmission.org
831-624-1271 ext. 200 |
Adult
Acolytes serve at the altar to
assist the priest and deacon. The
Adult Acolyte is responsible for
preparing the altar and the vessels
and, as an extraordinary minister,
to distribute Eucharist to the
faithful. |
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ADULT FAITH FORMATION
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Sally Greig
sally@carmelmission.org
831-624-1271 ext 216
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Continuing formation for adults is
encouraged through
Generations of Faith, Scripture
classes, prayer groups, and faith
sharing groups. |
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ALTAR SOCIETY
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Bruna Odello |
The
Purpose of this Society is to
provide care of the vestments,
upkeep of the altar linens and to
give financial assistance for
additional needs of the altar.
Membership: All women who are
interested and in accord with the
purposes of the Society are
eligible for membership.
Three
social events and a Day of
Recollection enrich the membership. |
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ALTAR SERVERS
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epapa@carmelmission.org
831-624-1271 ext 200 |
Altar
Servers are participants in the
liturgy as they assist the priest
and the acolyte by processing with
Cross and candles and holding the
Sacramentary and vessels for the
priest.
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BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY |
Jerian Crosby
831-624-1553 |
The
Carmel Mission Bereavement Ministry
provides caring consolation and
spiritual support to parish families
who are grieving the loss of a loved
one. The ministry also offers
assistance with funeral or memorial
receptions. |
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CHILDREN’S FIRST EUCHARIST &
FIRST RECONCILIATION |
Sally Greig
sally@carmelmission.org
831-624-1271 ext 216 |
This preparation is
offered in the second grade at
Generations of Faith festivals. The preparation culminates
in the celebrations of First
Reconciliation in March and First
Eucharist in May. Older children can
also be accommodated in this
program. |
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CHOIR
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Kathy Anderson
kca1950@hotmail.com
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Carmel Mission has a
traditional mixed-voice choir that
rehearses Thursday evenings and
leads the congregation in singing at
11:00 a.m. Sunday Mass. Newcomers
are always welcome.
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COFFEE & DONUTS
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Rosellen Sanna
cmstewardship@sbcglobal.net
831-624-1271 ext 212 |
This
ministry of welcome and hospitality
is offered on Sunday after 8, 9:30,
and 11:00 MASS.
Teenagers
and young adults are encouraged to
inquire. Total monthly commitment is
one to two hours. |
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CONFIRMATION / ADULTS |
Sally Greig
sally@carmelmission.org
831-624-1271 ext 216 |
Adult
Confirmation is for those adults who
have not been confirmed, but have
been baptized, catechized, and had
First Communion. After a preparation
period, candidates will join with
other adult candidates from the
Diocese of Monterey for the Rite of
Confirmation. |
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CONFIRMATION / YOUTH
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MaryAnn Spadoni
mspadoni@carmelmission.org
831-624-1271 ext
217 |
The
Confirmation program is designed to
nurture the faith of our young
disciples and prepare them for a
lifelong commitment to God and their
Catholic Faith. This is a two year
scripture-based program for teens in
grades 9 through 12.
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CARMEL MISSION DOCENT ASSOCIATION |
Administrative
Support:
Caralie Collins
831-624-1271 ext 213 |
There are
many opportunities to share your
love and knowledge of Carmel Mission
by becoming a docent and volunteer.
Training is offered quarterly with a
professional tour guide, and
on-going support is available. We
need many volunteers to build a
strong program to welcome the
strangers in our midst. Total
monthly time commitment is one to
four hours. |
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EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
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epapa@carmelmission.org
831-624-1271 ext.
200 |
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy
communion assist the priest with the
reverent sharing of the Body and
Blood of Christ with our sisters and
brothers. An Extraordinary Minister
of Holy Communion is one who is
mature in faith and who shows
reverence and love for the
Eucharist. |
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FAMILY NIGHTS |
MaryAnn Spadoni
mspadoni@carmelmission.org
831-624-1271 ext
217 |
All families are welcome to
participate in a night of food and
fun at monthly family nights held in
Murphy Center from 6:00—9:00 p.m.
Pizza, salad and drinks are
available for $2 per person. There
are various activities and games for
the whole family! |
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FIESTA
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Junipero Serra School
831-624-8322 |
Every year, on the
fourth Sunday of
September, Carmel Mission celebrates
the annual Fiesta of San Carlos
Borromeo de Rio Carmelo.
Hundreds of art and craft exhibitors
display in the Mission corridors;
mariachis, bands, food & drinks of
all kinds make this festival a
hallmark of Carmel Mission.
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GENERATIONS OF FAITH |
Sally Greig
sally@carmelmission.org
831-624-1271 ext
216 |
Generations of Faith brings all
ages together once a month for a
Festival of Learning. Specific
themes are considered during the
year, with age appropriate learning
and activities for the whole
community. |
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CARMEL MISSION MUSEUM STORE |
James Griffin
831-624-1271, ext 210 |
The
Museum Store provides religious
items and artifacts but most
importantly an environment of
welcome to all who visit Carmel
Mission.
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HOMEBOUND EUCHARISTIC MINISTRY
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Joan Brophy |
Homebound Eucharistic Ministers
are available to bring Holy
Communion to those who are ill in
their homes and are unable to get to
Mass. |
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I-HELP |
Helen Brogno
831-626-0424 |
I-HELP (Interfaith Homeless
Emergency Lodging Program) -
Monthly program on every fourth
Wednesday of the month in Crespi
Hall. Provides evening meal and
temporary lodging for homeless men.
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INFANT BAPTISM
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Office Faith
Formation
831-624-1271, ext.
217 or ext 218 |
This
program is designed for children
under the age of seven. For more
information,
click here.
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INFANT BAPTISMAL INSTRUCTION
CLASS |
To sign up for session, contact:
Office of Faith Formation
831-624-1271 ext 217 or ext 218
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This
session is offered for all parents
and godparents preparing for a
baptism. We discuss the history,
theology and spirituality of
baptism, the rich liturgy and its
symbols, and the practical aspects
of this sacrament. Before any
baptism, parents and godparents must
attend this session. |
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JUNIPERO SERRA SCHOOL
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Margaret Burger, Principal
831-624-8322 |
The
parish school, K through eighth
grade, establishes an environment
which reflects the gospel message of
love, joy and service, where the
unique potential of each child is
developed in the Spirit of Jesus.
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
BILLIE BURKE COUNCIL #4593
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Patrick Kraft
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Catholic fraternal organization
whose purpose is “in service to
one, in service to all.”
Open to all practicing Catholic men
in the parish. Meetings are the
first Tuesday of every month in
Crespi Hall at 7:00 p.m. The Knights
support vocations, do charitable
works and provide social outlet. A
credit union and excellent insurance
program provide members financial
options. New parishioners are
encouraged to join.
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LECTORS
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epapa@carmelmission.org
831-624-1271 ext 200 |
Lectors have the privilege of
proclaiming the word of God during
the Liturgy of the Word at every
Mass. Lector One acts as the master
of ceremonies and proclaims the Old
Testament reading and Responsorial
Psalm. Lector Two processes with the
Book of the Gospels and proclaims
the New Testament reading.
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LEGION OF MARY
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Barrie Mc Cleary
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Lay
Catholic association focused on
prayer, faith instruction and work
of apostolate. Meets every Tuesday
at 4:00 p.m. in McMahon Hall. The
purpose of this international group
is to give glory to God by visiting
families, the sick, and the lonely
and the newcomer. |
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LENDING LIBRARY |
Vivyan Finch
vfinch@carmelmission.org
831-624-1271 ext
218
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The Lending Library is open on
Sunday mornings in Crespi Hall
during Coffee and Donuts. Books,
videos, and audio cassettes are
available for adults and children. |
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MUSIC MINISTRY/CHOIR
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Edward Soberanes (Music Director/
Organist)
Kathy Anderson (Choir
Director)
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Our Adult Choir enhances liturgy
at 11:00 AM Mass every Sunday and
holidays. Practice every Thursday
evening at 7:30 PM in the Basilica.
Newcomers always welcome.
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PARISH VOCATION COMMITTEE
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Doris Nicita
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Group
meets monthly to pray for and
develop plans to support vocations
in the parish. Distributes vocation
literature, supports our possible
seminarians, and administers
vocation discernment questionnaire
to junior and senior high school
students. All members attend Vespers
in Blessed Sacrament Chapel every
First Friday of the month, at 7:30
p.m. – Prayers are offered for
vocations.
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PASTOR'S TABLE |
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An evening of “food for the
body and soul.” A presentation
followed by a potluck is held
several times during the year with featured speakers
from the parish and the Diocese,
speaking on a variety of topics. |
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PATRICIANS
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Group
that meets on the third Wednesday of
the month at 7:15pm in Crespi Hall
to discuss various aspects of
Catholic faith. The purpose of the
group is to clarify Catholic faith
and aid participants in their
ability to explain faith to others.
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PRAYER LINE |
PRAYER LINE:
For more information call
831-624-1271 ext 212 |
Individual parishioners pray
daily for confidential prayer
request. A good ministry for the
homebound. |
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RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR
ADULTS (RCIA)
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Sally Greig
sally@carmelmission.org
831-624-1271 ext. 216 |
R.C.I.A. is
a process of formation through which
adults enter into the Catholic
Church. It includes several stages
in which individuals undergo a
process of conversion as they study
the Gospels, experience prayer and
celebrate rites of Mass. The R.C.I.A.
process follows the ancient practice
of the Church which was restored by
the Second Vatican Council as the
normal way adults prepare for
baptism and reception into the
Catholic Church. |
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SACRAMENT PREPARATION for
CHILDREN AND PARENTS |
Sally Greig
sally@carmelmission.org
831-624-1271 ext 216 |
Sacrament preparation for children
and parents is included in the
Generations of Faith program for
those who will be receiving the
Sacraments of First Eucharist, First
Reconciliation, and Confirmation. |
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SACRISTANS |
epapa@carmelmission.org
831-624-1271 ext.
200 |
Sacristans prepare the worship space
as to aid in the prayerfulness of
the weekend liturgies. The sacristan
ministry accomplishes what is seldom
noticed, a ministry of hospitality
similar to readying our home for
visitors. You will be expected to
learn the different vessels used in
the liturgy of the Eucharist, their
importance, and their proper use and
cleaning. |
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SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
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Bill Joslin & Joe Kepp |
This
society helps those who are less
fortunate. Serves the needs of
parish families in emergencies.
Stocks a parish food pantry, aids
homeless shelter and supports an
outreach to needy migrant farm
worker families as far as King City.
All are welcomed to join this
ministry. |
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SCRIPTURE STUDIES
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Sally Greig
sally@carmelmission.org
831-624-1271 ext 216
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Scripture Study classes offer the
opportunity to meet with others to
read and discuss various books of
the Bible in both the Old and New
Testaments. Study Guides,
commentaries, and videos are
available for each course.
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STEWARDSHIP COUNCIL |
Rosellen Sanna
cmstewardship@sbcglobal.net
831-624-1271 ext 212 |
Promotes stewardship as a way of
life within all aspects of the
parish community. |
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USHERS & GREETERS |
epapa@carmelmission.org
831-624-1271 ext.
200 |
Men and women of faith who set the
tone of our Eucharistic
celebrations. They assist and
welcome parishioners during
liturgies by greeting, directing,
taking collections, distributing
bulletins and keeping the liturgical
environment, the church, clean and
tidy.
This ministry is open to all
persons, 14 years of age and older.
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WELCOME COMMITTEE |
Rosellen Sanna
cmstewardship@sbcglobal.net
831-624-1271 ext 212 |
Join this
group and welcome newly registered
parishioners with a card and phone
call. Quarterly socials are planned
to enhance the welcome of our new
parishioners. |
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YOUTH
MINISTRY |
MaryAnn Spadoni
mspadoni@carmelmission.org
624-1271, ext. 217 |
The Youth
Ministry is a program to help our
teens discover God and the gifts
given to them by God. This is
offered through spiritual, social
and stewardship activities. This
ministry is ongoing with regularly
scheduled activities and spiritual
gatherings.
For the
latest on "What's Happening" in
Youth Ministry click here
To Download a
permission/waiver form click here |
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YOUTH / TEEN MUSIC MINISTRY
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MaryAnn Spadoni
mspadoni@carmelmission.org
624-1271, ext. 217 |
Join our ever-growing music
group. All musical instruments and
levels welcome! |
STEWARDSHIP PRAYER
Lord, Giver of Life and
Source of our freedom,
We know that Yours is
"the earth and its fullness;
the world and those who
dwell in it."
It is from your hand
that we have received
All we have... and
are... and will be.
Lord, You call us to be
stewards of Your abundance,
The caretakers of all
You have entrusted to us.
Help us to use Your
gifts wisely and share them
generously.
May our faithful
stewardship be the hallmark of your
discipleship.
A visible sign of our
commitment to Christ. Amen.
