Altar Server Ministry
Sunday: The altar servers assist the clergy during the celebration of the Mass. We welcome children and adults who have received their First Holy Communion to the Altar Server Ministry.
Bereavement Ministry
“Do not let your hearts be troubled” (John 14:1) The St. John’s Bereavement Ministry members help by assisting in the planning of a funeral Mass, and assisting at the funeral Mass as altar servers, ushers, EMHC (Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion), lectors, etc. They are at the Mass to comfort and console the family with prayers, as well as their ministry.
Children & Youth Choir
Singing is PRAYING twice! SJAE Children and Youth Choir is open to ages 4 through high school (vocalists and instrumentalists). Rehearsal is once a week on Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. in the church. The Children and Youth Choir will sing at the monthly Children’s Masses as well as special Masses and events (e.g., Christmas Family Mass, Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebration, Pentecost Celebration, etc.). If your child or teen would like to join or if you would like to volunteer to assist, please contact
Church Cleaning
The three most sacred areas of the church (Sacristy, Sanctuary and Chapel) are cleaned by five different groups of dedicated women and men. These special people share their time, talent and treasure once each week every month in keeping the Lord’s house clean and beautiful.
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC)
As a ministry, we assist the clergy in the distribution of the Body and Blood of Christ with care and reverence.
Fil-Am Catholic Group
The Fil-Am Catholic Group are called as a community to journey together in faith adhering to the many beautiful devotions and religious traditions inherent to our Filipino culture. We are committed to the initiation of the annual Misa De Gallo celebration and actively participate in celebrating Mass at 5 a.m. starting the morning of December 16 and culminating on December 24. We coordinate and celebrate the Feasts of Santo Nino and San Lorenzo Ruiz with a nine-day Novena followed by a celebration of Mass. Our core values encompass Obedience to God in serving others, Mutual support, Integrity, Commitment, Love and Respect. We pursue our goal with passion and knowledge that on our boundaries encompass our commitment. We promote a collaborative relationship with other ministries; and share our time, talent, and treasure by establishing annual fundraising events benefiting our Parish Community. Meetings are held quarterly and as needed.
Hospital and Homebound Ministry
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion administer to the sick and homebound of our parish, visit hospitals or homes representing the love and compassion of Christ from our parish community.
Lector Ministry
Lectors prepare and proclaim the Word of God at Sunday Masses and other liturgical celebrations.
Library Team Ministry
The SJAE Library Team staffs the library table once a month after all Masses. The team meets monthly to pick out books to highlight the monthly feasts, special occasions, and upcoming events. The team collects, shelves, recommends and helps parishioners (of all ages!) to check out books. The Library Team is looking for parishioners who like to read and who loving helping others find good reading material. If you would like to volunteer, please contact
Linen Ministry
The Linen Ministry serves to keep the altar linens fresh and clean.
Liturgical Environment Ministry
The Liturgical Environment Ministry assists in enhancing our worship space for Mass and liturgical celebrations. An important part of this ministry is keeping Our Lord’s House in pristine condition. To accomplish this, our team cleans twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays. We would love to have you join our team.
Marriage and Family Life (MFL) Ministry
The mission of our MFL ministry is to celebrate and promote the foundational building blocks of the Church that begins with the blessed sacrament of Holy Matrimony, which naturally leads to new life and the family. From conception to natural death, our MFL ministry holds sacred the various stages of Life. We are a ministry that is motivated to connect ALL Parishioners, families, friends, and guests to share in the appreciation these gifts that God has given to us. To join our ministry, participate in future activities, or if you have questions.
Money Counters
The Money Counter Ministry’s function is to count, record and deposit the Sunday collections and special collections of any kind.
Multimedia Ministry
This ministry facilitates the congregation’s active participation in the celebration of the Liturgy using audio and visual technologies, creations and projection of slideshows, music videos, and basic soundboard assistance and operation.
Music Ministry
“Come, let us sing joyfully to the Lord, cry out to the rock of our salvation” (Psalm 95:1). Do you feel the call to sing — to share your musical talents and be a part of a growing music ministry? We are called to enhance our worship, unify our parish family, and bring the best of ourselves in song and prayer. Choir practices are held once a week in the church.
5 p.m. and 7 a.m. Choir - Rehearsals are Tuesdays 7 pm - 8 pm
9 a.m. Choir - Rehearsals are Thursdays, 6:30 pm - 7:30pm
11 a.m. Choir - Rehearsal schedules varies
6 p.m. Choir - Rehearsals are Sundays, 4:00 pm - 5 pm
Parish Health Ministry
Parish Health Ministry is committed to engaging its members and our diverse parish communities to develop and provide excellent health services through education, information, and science related topics as the vehicles to enrich and enhance parishioners and their environment to achieve our vision, mission, and goals. Calendar of events includes monthly blood pressure screening and counseling, providing at least two workshops/seminars a year, nutrition food samples and/or demonstrations by a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.
Yearly flu vaccines, in collaboration with our neighboring pharmacies, are provided during the flu season. Basic Life Support cardiopulmonary resuscitation (BLS CPR) certification classes can be held every two years upon request. Meetings are on the fourth Friday of each month or as scheduled. Luncheon meetings are once a year, on the first Sunday of December or TBA.
Respect Life
This group promotes respect for human life, from conception until natural death, through prayer, educational events and brochures, pregnancy assistance and referrals, and interacts with legislative policy developers. The ministry meets quarterly.
Senior Adult Ministry
Our Senior Ministry recognizes and celebrates the vital role that seniors play in our parish. Their hard work, life experiences and involvement in various ministries add richness to both the practical and spiritual aspects of our parish community. Our ministry endeavors to provide a variety of activities to allow interested seniors to be informed, engaged and entertained. We may offer informational talks on topics of interest to seniors (such as Medicare). We may also have holiday socials or even rousing games of Bingo. Some activities may include refreshments and door prizes. These events can also allow seniors an opportunity to meet other parishioners who may attend a different Mass or be involved in different ministries. We hope to expand these events and opportunities in the future so that all interested seniors will feel involved, appreciated and recognized as the valuable resource they are to our parish community.
Ushers
Greet and assist parishioners, visitors, and those with special needs to their seats if needed. They take up the collection and assist the EMHC during communion. Ushers serve the worshipping community with Joy, Kindness and Dependability, while creating a reverent and quiet atmosphere within the church.
Women's Bible Study Group
Women’s Bible Study meets on Saturday from 10am to 11:30 am in Room 1. Our group provides an opportunity for women who wish to deepen their knowledge and understanding of their faith to come together and learn in a friendly and welcoming gathering. We open each meeting with prayer. Then one of us reads the Gospel for that Sunday from the Bible. Next, one of us reads a commentary on that particular Gospel written by one of the priests. This commentary explains and interprets the Gospel for that week, and we then discuss the commentary. Listening to and discussing the Gospel before attending Sunday Mass allows us to listen to the sermon with more knowledge and appreciation. We end our gathering with additional prayer. Many of us have found out that meeting frequently with congenial women who have a common purpose lends itself to the formation of lasting friendships. Learning more about the strength and beauty of the Catholic faith gives us a common bond.
Women's Guild
The Women’s Guild has the distinction of being the longest established active organization at St. John’s. The primary mission and purpose of the Women’s Guild is to provide guild members with many opportunities to share their time, talent and treasure in serving the Lord. It continues its tradition of promoting fellowship, fun and spiritual growth among the women of the parish, to help the parish with its functions by assisting in liturgical and social events, parish celebrations, as well as working closely with and in support of other parish ministries. We also provide support to our parish priests and perform spiritual and charitable works for the parish and our community.
Young Adult Ministry
Y.A.B.S: YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY (ages 18-39) in Room 4 on Tuesdays 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM ---- Let’s discover our faith and grow friendships. This is an amazing opportunity to deepen our love for Jesus in this modern age.