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Building a Community
Join a minIsTry - GET INVOLVED!
Ministry is where belief becomes action. The best way to truly experience the heart of a church family is by spending time with its people.
Our Lady of the Angels offers a variety of ministries as a way for our parishioners to get involved, grow in fellowship with one another, and serve both our parish and the community.
We encourage parishioner support through the commitment of your time, talent and treasure. Our growth is flourishing; however, it takes many volunteers to keep our momentum going. Once you begin to get involved in our church community you will find that you will make some wonderful new friends who share your Catholic beliefs and values.
If you are interested in serving in any of the ministries listed below, please reach out to the ministry contact directly.
Hospitality
Funeral Reception (Angel Servers)
Volunteers working with the family of the deceased to arrange a light lunch reception, decorate tables, serve food and beverages, and assist in the clean-up.
Contact: Emmy & Cathy
Ushers & Greeters
Volunteers greet parishioners, assist with seating, circulate the collection baskets, facilitate the Communion lines, and distribute the weekly bulletin.
Contact: Bev
Safety & Security
Sunday Country Breakfast
Parishioners are invited to a monthly breakfast following Sunday morning Masses. Volunteers serve in the kitchen and assist in the clean-up.
Contact: Brian
Altar Society
Contact: Teri
Parish Service
Mass & Sacrament Service
Altar Servers
For adults and youth, altar servers assist the priest in the celebration of Mass.
Contact: Deacon Jack & Nick
Lectors
Sacristans
Contact: Gail
Baptism Helpers
Volunteers assist the priest through the process of baptismal preparation and ceremony.
Contact: Donna
Wedding Helpers
Extraordinary Ministers of the Holy Communion & Homebound
Volunteers assist the priest at Masses with the distribution of Holy Communion to the faithful.
Contact: Gail
Community Service
Knights of Columbus
Over 300 men from Our Lady of the Angels put their faith into action as members of the Knights of Columbus Council 13341.
Connect with Gordon Shellhaas to learn more about becoming part of this global Catholic brotherhood.
For more information visit: https://www.knights13341.org
St. Clare Women's Guild
Women 18 years and older, to attend monthly meetings where women of the parish come together to share social experiences and sisterhood. The Guild is also actively involved in fundraising through its annual fashion show.
Contact: Tina
Peace & Justice
Volunteers are dedicated to serving the charity of the month, participating in Adopt-A-Road program for Manatee County, and Catholic Relief Service Rice Bowl initiative.
Contact: Ruth
Jail & Prison
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Contact: Bob
Culture of Life
Volunteers organize and participate in programs and events that recognize the divine dignity of Christ present in every human from the moment of conception to natural death.
Contact: Anita & Jim
Faith Formation (Youth & Adult)
Catechists & Children’s Liturgy
Catechists
Catechists facilitate Faith Formation and Sacramental classes for our children. Volunteer catechists teach the faith using diocesan approved curriculum.
Children's Liturgy
Volunteers teach the Gospel readings on a level appropriate for children ages 5-7 during the 9AM Mass from September through May.
Contact: Debbie Jackson
Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA)
A group of parishioners who guide individuals interested in converting to the Catholic faith. Classes are held from September to Pentecost.
Contact: Deacon Tom
Bible Study
Walking With Purpose Women's Bible Study (WWP)
Weekly meetings during the school year where women (18 years and older) get to know Jesus Christ personally by making Scripture and the teachings of the Catholic Church relevant and applicable. We use the studies developed by Walking with Purpose, a national Catholic women's ministry.
Contact: walkingOLA@gmail.com
That Man Is You Men’s Bible Study (TIMY )
Contact: Mike
Bible & Bagels
Contact: Lucy
Deacon John's Bible Study
Deacon John will lead a 6-session study that will meet on Thursdays this fall
September 4 - October 9, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am Parish Activity Center Room 105
No fee to register - cost only for study materials To learn more or register, please scan the following QR code. Book cost $30
Contact: Deacon John
Rosary & Prayer
Adoration
Participation as a committed Adorer to spend a weekly hour with Our Lord in the Adoration Chapel, and/or to be a member of the Team that includes being a Team contact for Adorers, and behind-the-scenes care of the Chapel.
Contact: Kristin
Legion of Mary
The Legion of Mary is an association of Catholic men and women who, with the sanction of the church and under the powerful leadership of Mary Immaculate, fight the battle of spiritual warfare, with the rosary being our most powerful weapon.
The works carried out include Fatima statue visits, leading the rosary and communion service at retirement facilities, giving out rosaries and Miraculous Medal chains as well as other sacramentals.
Contact: olalegionofmary@gmail.com
Patriotic Rosary
Contact: Sam
Rosary Makers
Volunteers make rosary beads for parishioners, ministries, first holy communicants, assisted living facilities, and others. Volunteers work at their own pace and can work at home.
Contact: Chris
Loving Stiches
Charismatic Prayer
Contact: Nicole
Music
All Choir & Bells
Our Lady of the Angels has two adult choirs, a bell choir, Men's Choir, children's choir and contemporary group.
Rehearsals are once a week, and groups will play or sing on Saturday or Sunday Mass.
Contact: Gia
Fundraising
Parish Annual Gala
Volunteer to support the Our Lady of the Angels Gala Committee with our annual fundraising event.
Contact: Meg
Parish Golf Tournament
Our Lady of the Angels annual fundraiser. Volunteers work from August through November organizing, advertising, and promoting the tournament.
Contact: Dave
St. Clare Women's Guild Christmas Craft Market
The St. Clare Women's Guild hosts an annual Christmas Market. We are always looking for volunteers and would welcome any support that can be offered to us.
Contact: Stephanie
St. Clare Women's Guild Fashion Show
The St. Clare Women's Guild is also actively involved in fundraising through its annual fashion show.
Contact: Tina
Spiritual Connections
St. Clare Women's Guild
Women 18 years and older, to attend monthly meetings where women of the parish come together to share social experiences and sisterhood. The Guild is also actively involved in fundraising through its annual fashion show.
Contact: Tina
Encore Adult Singles
Volunteers gather for social events for adult single members of our parish to share friendship, companionship and support.
Contact: Carol
Married Couples
Contact: Tony
Young Adults
Volunteer opportunities are available as:
– Core team leaders and assistants working with the youth on a weekly, year round basis
– Hospitality team setting up potluck dinners and arranging food
– Service team organizing service projects around the parish or in the community
– Prayer angels praying for the continued growth of the program, our youth, and their leaders.
Contact: Lucy
WELCOME. Women's Retreat
Do you dream of a parish that is dynamic and full of life? A parish that is developing true disciples? A parish that people are excited to be a part of? It is impossible to separate personal transformation from the transformation of a parish. With our lives transformed through Welcome, our parish will thrive.
Stay tuned for registration to the next retreat.
Questions? Contact: Mary
