Liturgical Ministries

Altar Servers Altar serving is a great way for young Catholics to learn the traditions of their faith.  Serving God as an Altar Server is a wonderful way to grow in faith as well as in responsibility, friendship, and other virtues. The training usually includes two sessions in the evening...

Altar Society The members of the Altar Society assist the Sacristans in the care of the altar, sanctuary, sacred vessels, vestments, and candles and the preparation for the Mass.  Members also care for the altar linens by taking them home weekly to wash and iron them and return them the...

Baptismal Preperation Volunteers help prepare parents and godparents for the baptism of their child by emphasizing their role in the spiritual development of the child and the nature of the Sacrament of Baptism. This Ministry is in need of more volunteers. Training will be provided. Call the parish office 203-758-4056...

Bereavement The Bereavement Ministry provides ongoing support and companionship to parishioners who have lost a loved one and helps guide them in their journey from grief to healing. Overview This ministry at St. Anthony Church provides the 9-week group program, New Day, twice a year, followed by a “reunion evening”...

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion These ministers are laypersons trained to assist with the distrubution of the Echurist durning Mass. They also provide the distrbution of Holy Communion to the sick, elderly and homebound members of our parish. Training is provided by the parish. Contact Jeff Guerrette volunteercoordinator@stanthonyprospect.org   203-758-4056...

Funeral Mass These trained and caring individuals meet the needs of our parishioners at the time of a death and guide them in creating a meaningful funeral liturgy. No special experience is necessary just a willingness to help parishioners in a very meaningful way to honor their loved ones.  ...

Readers Readers introduce the Mass and assist during the liturgy by proclaiming the Word of God. Readers should possess a good speaking voice and have a desire to serve during the liturgy. Training is provided by the parish. Contact Jeff Guerrette volunteercoordinator@stanthonyprospect.org   203-758-4056 x15 

Rosary Society This ministry is a spiritual association made up of dedicated men and women who meet on a regular basis to recite the Rosary.  Many of its members have a special personal devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Divine Mercy Group A small group of parishioners gathers to pray...

Sacristan This is a Liturgical ministry that supports the priest and deacon in the celebration of the Mass. They are responsible for preparing all the necessary sacred vessels and books needed during the Mass as well as other needed supplies and items. They work behind the scens in the sacristy...