The Children’s Liturgy takes place during the 9:00 a.m. Sunday Mass for children 4-8 years of age. They are called together by the priest at the beginning of Mass, and are sent downstairs with their leaders to hear the Scripture readings in language adapted for their age, and to reflect on a major theme of that Sunday through various activities and crafts. The children re-join their parents upstairs at around the time of the Offertory of the Mass. This ministry requires the services of a coordinator and of leaders.

Children’s Liturgy Coordinator 

The coordinator recruits and schedules volunteers to lead the children’s liturgy, purchases and organizes the craft supplies cupboard, and ensures that there are adequate numbers of the catechetical resources. The Coordinator also assures that appropriate training and preparation is provided to the leaders of the children’s liturgies.

Who can be involved in this ministry? 

Any parish member is welcome to apply. Skills that would be helpful include a basic understanding of catechesis (training can be provided to the candidate), basic understanding of how children learn, organizational ability, ability to instruct and oversee those who volunteer to engage with the children in leading the children’s liturgies.

Approximate time commitment: Several hours a month.

Children’s Liturgy Leaders 

Using the catechetical resource, Promise , as a weekly guideline, volunteers teach the Catechism and Scripture to children aged 4-8 during the first portion of Mass. 

The primary objective of this ministry is to aid the children in their understanding of the weekly gospel in an age-appropriate way, using crafts, songs and stories. 

Who can be involved in this ministry?

Anyone with an interest in and ability to lead a group of young children. High School student volunteers with experience with children are welcome and will receive approval for volunteer hours. They will receive basic instruction and training for how to lead these sessions effectively.

Time commitment: Depending on the number of volunteers and their availability, approximately 1 Mass/month