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Altar and Rosary Society

This is an excellent opportunity to meet members of our parish family in an atmosphere of Christian Fellowship and service. 

Altar and Rosary Prayer
O Lord, help us to praise and honor the Blessed Virgin Mary and to secure her patronage through the recitation of the rosary for the mutual spiritual benefit of our parish family. Guide us as we promote an appreciation for the liturgy, and as we care for the altar, the sanctuary and all materials used in the worship of God. Through your grace, may we be your instruments of your mercy for those who are sick, those who are burdened, and those who are grieving.  May we faithfully serve our parish family as followers of Christ.  Amen.

Bereavement Ministry

This ministry provides spiritual assistance to the family of the deceased.  On All Soul’s Day, or during the month of November, a special liturgy is held remembering those who died during the previous year.  All are invited to participate in this special Mass. 

The Capuchin Sisters of Nazareth A Catholic Franciscan Community of women religious who are apostolic contemplatives, the sisters maintain the Mother of God Convent in Tunkhannock Township.  Our parishes provide financial support to these sisters.
 

Social Concerns Ministry

This ministry is an important way for us to outwardly express the virtues of Faith, Hope, and Love within our local community in relation to current issues.

Prison Ministry

Members of our parish visit the Wyoming County Correctional Facility on a monthly basis for a religious service. 
Coordinator:  Deacon Ray Pieretti

Pro-Life Ministry

This ministry works to promote the sanctity of all human life, both born and unborn. 

Adult Funeral Servers

Adult Funeral Servers assist the priest with the funeral ritual and help the priest with the book of prayers and the preparation of the gifts at funeral Masses.

Altar Servers

These young people are present at our liturgies to assist the priest with the book of prayers and the preparation of the altar gifts.  Any boy or girl in grade 3 or older, who is interested in becoming an altar server, should make arrangements for instruction.

Collection Counters

Collection counters serve our parish by meeting in teams to count the offerings from weekends, special holidays, and feast days. 

Eucharistic Ministers

This group of men and women assist the priest in the distribution of the Eucharist to parishioners at Masses, and to those confined in their homes, hospitals or nursing homes.  They should demonstrate a special devotion to the Holy Eucharist.

Lector

The Lector's role is to proclaim the "Word of God" as found in the Old and New Testament readings for our parish liturgies.  Through prayer and reflection on these readings,  they bring these readings to the gathered faith community and involve them in an active role of listening and openness

Music Ministry

Choir members, cantors, and musicians share their talents not only to beatify the liturgy, but also to add reflective moments during the ceremonies and to enable the congregation to participate in the songs and prayers of the liturgy. 

Ushers

Ushers welcome people entering the church and distribute the weekly bulletin.  At the offertory, ushers organize members of the congregation to present the offertory gifts of wine and unconsecrated hosts. They also collect our offerings.

Parish Pastoral Council

This council is comprised of representatives from ministries and members at large.  The purpose of this council is to serve as an advisory body to the pastor and to provide direction for the parish as a whole in light of our mission statement. 

Parish Finance Council

The Parish Finance Council is a group of parish members with skills to make recommendations regarding the finances of the parish and to review budgets and financial statements.

Buildings and Grounds

This committee is comprised of a dedicated group of parishioners with knowledge and skill in property management, care, and maintenance.  They advise and assist the pastor in the maintenance, improvement, and beautification of our properties.

Digital Disciples Ministry

This ministry works to communicate God's Word using our website, Facebook page, bulletins and our YouTube channel.  

Boy Scouts & Cub Scouts

One of the nation's largest and most prominent values-based youth development organizations, the BSA provides skills, character building, citizenship, and personal fitness.  Nativity serves as the sponsoring organization for Boy Scout Troop 518 and Cub Scout Pack 518.  

Stewardship and Fellowship 

To ensure that our parish remains vibrant, we promote the sharing of our time, talents, and resources. Stewardship and fellowship help us to achieve our parish mission goals of serving God and knowing one another. Current stewardship and fellowship activities include: Pierogi Making and Sales, Valentine Day Dance, Spring and Fall Dances Wyoming County Fair Food Sale, Founders Day Food Sale, Ash Wednesday Food Sale, Airing of the Quilts and Christmas in our Hometown activities.

These are challenging days for all of us. God’s love and grace lifts us up now more than ever. God also calls on us to share our gifts with others to build up the Kingdom of God.  

Your generosity to the Diocesan Annual Appeal reaches many of our friends and neighbors in need who depend on your charity and support to fulfill basic needs. This year’s Appeal theme, “Rising Together in Christ” reminds us that we are all together, connected to each other, living in faith to offer each other hope, love and support.

Confraternity of Christian Doctrine (CCD)

For children and adults, knowing the Catholic faith and tradition is essential if faith and tradition are to continue to be nourishing facets of our lives. 

Classes are conducted from September to May following the 9:00AM Mass on Sunday. Information on religious education programs for youth of all ages and educational opportunities for adults are available at the Parish Office.  

RCIA The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is a community journey that leads to transformation of mind and spirit.  Newcomers can find their place in the RCIA community of believers and discover their own relationship with Christ.  The program runs from September through Pentecost with reception of the Sacraments at the Easter Vigil.  

Adult Faith Formation The Adult Faith Formation Program sponsors programs such as Bible Study which are designed to enhance knowledge of the Catholic Faith among parishioners.