Liturgy at IHM

"The Eucharist is 'the source and summit of the Christian life.'  The other sacraments, and indeed all ecclesiastical ministries and works of the apostolate, are bound up with the Eucharist and are oriented toward it. For in the blessed Eucharist is contained the whole spiritual good of the Church, namely Christ himself, our Pasch."

            - The Catechism of the Catholic Church

\The Celebration of Mass is at the heart of any community of faith its communal celebration of the Eucharist.  Here at IHM, opportunities abound for us to come together as the Body of Christ:

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Eucharistic Adoration - The adoration of Jesus Christ truly and wholly present in the Holy Eucharist. At Immaculate Heart of Mary, the Holy Eucharist is adored, independently of Mass, daily from 8:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. On Thursdays, members of our community gather in adoration of the exposed Blessed Sacrament from 9:00 am to 5:45 p.m. The community is invited to come and pray in silence in front of the Blessed Sacrament throughout the day any day of the week, either in the presence in the tabernacle, or on Thursdays during exposition.

Altar Servers - These are young men and women, in fourth grade or higher, who assist the community and specifically the priest during the liturgy at any weekend Mass. Commitment levels are determined by the individual’s own schedule and his or her availability.  Trainings are offered twice a year.

Extraordinary Ministries of Holy Communion - These members of our community assist the greater community and presider with the distribution of the Precious Body and Blood of Christ at Communion. These are confirmed men and women, who are trained and prepared (they attend a yearly day of reflection or workshop) for this important task. They are scheduled at Masses of their preference.

Lectors - These are women or men, in middle school or older, who proclaim the Word of God to the community.  They also attend a yearly workshop or day of reflection and are scheduled at Masses of their preference.

Ministers of Hospitality - They are the first people that you meet when you enter our church.  They are greeters who welcome you as you walk in.  They also greet our newcomers.  They help collect our offerings or gifts during the liturgy and organize those chosen to bring them forward.  Men and women of any age can serve as Ministries of Hospitality.  We encourage entire families to support this ministry and small children to participate under the supervision of their parents.

Liturgy & Music Commission - The Liturgy and Music Commission acts as an advisory committee on the liturgical life of the parish.  They are responsible for gathering input and feedback from parishioners and then advising, helping, and working with the parish staff, particularly the Director of Liturgy and Music, to turn ideas and concepts into realities that enhance our worship experience.

Some of the functions of the Liturgy & Music Commission are:

• To consider the best ways to celebrate the seasons of the liturgical year
• To evaluate the prayer needs of the community during weekly and seasonal celebrations
• To offer new, unique "liturgical environments" that mark the changes in the liturgical calendar

We invite you to make a difference and participate in any of these ministries. For more information, contact the Office of Liturgy and Music.