Parish Organizations

Altar and Rosary: This organization promotes Christian life in the parish, family, and individuals. It serves the parish in social, spiritual, and financial support. Membership is open to men and women of the parish.

Pastoral Council: The chief consultative body of the parish, this group aids the pastor in the administration, planning and leading the parish. It's purpose to is collaborate with the pastor in carrying out and promoting the Gospel message and life of Christ.

Liturgical Ministry: Lectors, Greeters, Eucharistic Ministers, Ushers, and Servers comprise this ministry that assists and serves at the Sunday liturgies. Liturgical Ministry is open to all active parishioners who have received the Sacrament of Confirmation.

The Ministry of Reader (Lector) - 30k PDF
Altar Server Guidlines - 33k PDF

RCIA: The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is a process for persons interested in becoming fully initiated into the Catholic Church.

RCIA (Adapted For Children): The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults adapted for Children accompanies and prepares children beyond the traditional age for the Celebration of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist.

Hope Ministry: A team of parishioners that offer support and journey with those who are in bereavement following the death of a loved one.

Social Concerns: The gathering, reflection, and action of men and women who are compelled to work for a more just and equitable community and world

Ministry of Care: A group of parish ministers who reach out to the elderly and/or ill who are homebound, in hospitals or nursing homes offering them Communion and companionship. Nurses take blood pressure once a month after all Masses.

Liturgy of the Word for Children: This ministry invites children, ages 5 through 8, to celebrate the Sunday Scriptures at their level of understanding.

CCD-Religious Education Classes: Religious Education and Instruction of weekly classes, September through April, for children in kindergarten through 8th grade. Vacation Bible School happens one week in the summer.

Sacramental Preparation: Classes for parents who wish their children to celebrate Baptism, Reconciliation, and Eucharist.

Festival Steering Committee: A group responsible for the planning and coordination of the annual Summer Parish Festival

Choir/Cantors: The Parish Choir and Cantors serve as part of Liturgical Ministry and offer the talents and voices in ministry to the Parish through the ministry of music and song.

Liturgy Committee: The group's focus is the liturgy of the parish. It aids in the planning of liturgical seasons, helps create appropriate Church environments, and assists in the education and formation of the parish in liturgical matters

Finance Council: This committee concerns itself with the financial and stewardship matters of the parish. It's purpose is to collaborate with the pastor in the administration of the parish's funds and to insure fiscal responsibility and appropriate stewardship of the monies.

Family Life Committee: A group who promotes family and social activities in the parish to foster community, unity and friendship among the parish members.

Community Center Board: A consultative body that works with the pastor to oversee the parish's involvement and interests in the Mount Carmel Community Center

Youth Ministry: A citywide program, in conjunction with the other Catholic Parishes of Ashtabula, that offers education, service projects and activities that foster Catholic ideals and morals for the youth of the parish. Youth Ministry is held Sunday evenings during throughout the year.

Marriage Preparation/Sponsor Couples: A comprehensive program for those preparing for Christian Marriage. Sponsor Couples work with engaged couples as they prepare for their upcoming wedding. The purpose of the program is to provide a solid Catholic Christian foundation for couples beginning their life together as a married couple.

Bingo Workers: A group of dedicated workers who administer and work at the Parish weekly Bingo game (Each Wednesday 6:30pm at Mt. Carmel Center). This event provides funds to the parish for its operation and work.