Call of the Disciples, Donald Jackson, Copyright 2002, The Saint John’s Bible, Saint John’s University, Collegeville, Minnesota USA. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
"This quest to make Jesus known as supreme beauty leads us to find new signs and ways of transmitting the faith."
Pope Francis
Now Recruiting Volunteers for our Faith Formation Programs!
We are excited for the
upcoming programming we are offering to our children and youth. In order to
offer the best possible experience for these disciples in training, we are in
search of patient, caring, and supportive adults to facilitate classroom and small
group discussions and activities. Here is a list of what our volunteer goals
are, along with the appropriate person to contact:
- Elementary (Finding God, Grades 1-5): 12 adults to co-teach in a classroom - CLICK HERE to contact Renee Dignan
- Middle School (PaxConnex, Grades 6-8): 4 adults to facilitate small group discussions - CLICK HERE to contact Evan Bierer
- High School/Confirmation Preparation (Chosen, Grades 9-10): 5 adults to facilitate small group discussions - CLICK HERE to contact Shannon Rouston
- Children's Liturgy of the Word: 7 adults to lead children's discussion and activities during the Liturgy
of the Word at Mass - CLICK HERE to contact Renee Dignan
For more information about the Pax Christi Faith Formation program, please contact the Parish Office at 952-941-3150.
Children's Liturgy of the Word Leader
Call of the Disciples, Donald Jackson, Copyright 2002, The Saint John’s Bible, Saint John’s University, Collegeville, Minnesota USA. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
WHAT IS THIS MINISTRY?
CLOW enables children to participate in the weekend worship experience, to nourish and guide their spiritual growth and to immerse them in the Word of God in ways that are understandable to them. A leader will read the Gospel story and lead a variety of activities to children ages 4 through third grade. All materials are provided. Leaders return to the sanctuary before Liturgy of the Eucharist.
WHO CAN MINISTER?
High school youth, adults, or grandparents. Singles, or couples who have the gift sharing the Word of God are welcome. Volunteer as a family or with your best friend!
TIME COMMITMENT
- CLOW is held during all Sunday Masses - the 9:00am, 11:00am and 5:00pm - during the Faith Formation Program Year.
- Leaders are assigned at the Mass time they prefer.
- Serve as often as your own schedule permits.
- Arrive 20 minutes before Mass.
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
Training, materials, and support are provided. Completion of the “Essential Three” (background check, Virtus Training, and signing a Code of Conduct) are required prior to serving.
To inquire or sign up, contact Renee Dignan:
Phone: (952) 405-7212
Email: rdignan@paxchristi.com.
Godly Play Catechist
Call of the Disciples, Donald Jackson, Copyright 2002, The Saint John’s Bible, Saint John’s University, Collegeville, Minnesota USA. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
WHAT IS THIS MINISTRY?
The Godly Play approach, based on Montessori principles, helps children explore their faith through story, to gain religious language and to enhance their spiritual experience though wonder and play. To accomplish this, Godly Play leaders share a 10-15 minutes lesson with a group of children (ages 4-5) and then help them with crafts, prayer activities, etc.
WHO CAN MINISTER?
Adults with a heart for sharing the scriptures with children, as well as high school youth who have completed the Sacrament of Confirmation.
TIME COMMITMENT
Volunteers will prepare and lead sessions for children, along with another adult, on Sunday evenings from 6:30-7:30pm. approximately 3 times per month from October through April.
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
To inquire or sign up, just let us know you are interested!
To inquire or sign up, contact Scott Brazil:
Phone: (952) 405-7230
Email: sbrazil@paxchristi.com
Elementary Catechist
For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes.
~ 1 Corinthians 11:26
Call of the Disciples, Donald Jackson, Copyright 2002, The Saint John’s Bible, Saint John’s University, Collegeville, Minnesota USA. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
WHAT IS THIS MINISTRY?
A catechist shares the gift of faith with others as well as Deeping their own relationship with God. They should have a basic understanding of Catholic teaching, scripture, and Catholic Tradition. A catechist respects diversity and have a habits of hospitality and inclusion.
WHO CAN MINISTER?
Adults with a heart for sharing the scriptures with children, as well as high school youth who have completed the Sacrament of Confirmation. Volunteer on your own or with your a friend or family member!
TIME COMMITMENT
- Catechists lead a group of children during a one-hour session on Sunday evening (approximately 25 per year from October through May).
- Leaders prepare lessons with provided materials prior to the session.
- Ongoing Catechist training is held throughout the year.
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
Training, materials, and support are provided. Completion of the “Essential Three” (background check, Virtus Training, and signing a Code of Conduct) are required prior to serving.
To inquire or sign up, contact Renee Dignan:
Phone: (952) 405-7212
Email: rdignan@paxchristi.com
Middle School/High School Catechist
Do not neglect hospitality to strangers, for by this some have entertained angels without knowing it.
~ Hebrews 13:2
Call of the Disciples, Donald Jackson, Copyright 2002, The Saint John’s Bible, Saint John’s University, Collegeville, Minnesota USA. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
WHAT IS THIS MINISTRY?
Mainly based in small groups, the PaxConnex (middle school) and Chosen (high school) programs are designed to form young people in the context of relationship building and group activities. With each small group having 6-10 members, small group leaders will have a chance to dive deep with a handful of young people over the course of the faith formation year.
WHO CAN MINISTER?
Adults with a heart for sharing their faith who have received the sacrament of Confirmation.
TIME COMMITMENT
Volunteers will prepare and lead sessions for young people running from 6:00-7:00pm on Sunday evenings approximately 3 times per month from October through April.
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
Training, materials, and support are provided. Completion of the “Essential Three” (background check, Virtus Training, and signing a Code of Conduct) are required prior to serving.
To inquire about or sign up for Middle School, contact Evan Bierer:
Phone: (952) 405-7213
Email: ebierer@paxchristi.com
To inquire about or sign up for High School, contact Shannon Rouston:
Phone: (952) 405-7256
Email: srouston@paxchristi.com
Sunday Night Program Hall Monitor
We’re telling you the good news: What God promised our ancestors
~ Acts 13:32
Call of the Disciples, Donald Jackson, Copyright 2002, The Saint John’s Bible, Saint John’s University, Collegeville, Minnesota USA. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
WHAT IS THIS MINISTRY?
Adult volunteers are needed to ensure we provide a safe environment for our participants. Volunteers will be stationed at various locations around the building and/or asked to walk through the meeting areas. When situations arise, they would be asked to locate a program coordinator to attend to the situation.
WHO CAN MINISTER?
Adults, ages 21 and over, who are willing to simply be present and attentive in the building to ensure a safe and welcoming environment is maintained.
TIME COMMITMENT
Volunteers serve on Sunday evenings from 6:15-7:45pm. The program year runs from October through April, meeting approximately three times per month.
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
Training, materials, and support are provided. Completion of the “Essential Three” (background check, Virtus Training, and signing a Code of Conduct) are required prior to serving.
To inquire or sign up, contact Scott Brazil:
Phone: (952) 405-7230
Email: sbrazil@paxchristi.com
Small Christian Community Group Leader
The cup of blessing that we bless, is it not a participation in the blood of Christ? The bread that we break, is it not a participation in the body of Christ?
~ 1 Corinthians 10:16
Call of the Disciples, Donald Jackson, Copyright 2002, The Saint John’s Bible, Saint John’s University, Collegeville, Minnesota USA. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
WHAT IS THIS MINISTRY?
As part of the Archdiocesan Synod effort to establish a significant Small Christian Community ministry in the parish, leaders will work with parish staff to identify a group topic/theme. We will assist you in identifying materials to use (books, videos, discussion series, etc.) and will provide initial staff involvement with your group before turning the group completely over to you. During the gatherings, it is not the facilitator’s role to teach but, rather, keep the discussion moving.
WHO CAN MINISTER?
Adults, ages 18 and up.
TIME COMMITMENT
Time commitment will vary, according to the number of gatherings a leader is willing to facilitate. They could be as few as once a month or as often as once a week. It is up to the group leader as to when to take breaks for the summer, etc. In other words, the time commitment is simply the amount of time you are willing and able to offer!
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
Training, materials, and ongoing support are provided. It is recommended (not required) that small group leaders participate in the Archdiocesan Small Group Leader training series in the Fall of 2023.
To inquire or sign up, contact Scott Brazil:
Phone: (952) 405-7230
Email: sbrazil@paxchristi.com