Choirs
The main purpose and theme of the St. Matthew Choirs is MUSIC to enhance the beauty of the Liturgy and lift the spirits of the congregation through participation in the musical setting of the Mass, Responsorial Psalm, and hymns. Further information can be obtained by calling our Director of Music Ministries, Sherri Kiss, at (727) 398-6618 x202 or email:
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Readers
 Our Reader Ministry is made up of a broad cross section of parishioners. We are young and old, men and women, all dedicated to proclaiming God's Word. We as Ministers of the Holy Word, look upon what we do as an occasion to awaken faith in the Christian community assembled for worship. Readers minister at all the weekend and weekday Liturgies. This ministry is open to all confirmed persons of faith who posses the skills necessary for effective proclamation of God's Word. Training is available for all those who are interested. Call the church office at 398-6618 to express an interest in this ministry.
 Ministering the Eucharist is more that distributing Holy Communion at Mass. The ministry requires us to be Christ-like, so that Christ may touch those to whom we minister. There is spirituality appropriate to this ministry, rooted in an understanding of the mystery of the Eucharist. The ministry of bringing the Body and Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ to our parish community at the celebration of the Eucharist and to those who are confined to their homes or to nursing homes is a beautiful and rewarding ministry. Dedication, reflection, prayer and discernment are necessary for sustaining a life of generous service to God's people both inside and outside the Liturgy. Ministers must be long-standing, active, practicing Catholics. An invitation is extended to those who feel the call to minister to God's people. Call Donna Day at 727-393-1288 to express an interest in this ministry. Reard more about Extrordinary Ministers of the Eucharist
 The Ministry of the Altar is open to all young girls and boys in grades 3 through 12. Training classes are held for those new to serving. Our Altar Servers are an important part of the Celebration of the Eucharist and we encourage the young people of our parish to participate in service to our Lord. Servers are present at all Saturday and Sunday celebrations and are generally expected to server at least twice a month. Further information can be obtained by leaving a message at the parish office. -727-393-1288
 The ministry of Ushering is the oldest ministry in the Church. We in the Ministry of Ushering strive to be the most faithful servants of the Lord. We are called by the Lord to serve His Church and our brothers and sisters with love, humility and dedication. and to create an atmosphere of unity in God's family . The ministers of Hospitality's task is to deepen the awareness of the need to create a climate of genuine Christian hospitality for our church liturgies.
Further information can be obtained by leaving a message at the Parish Office - 727-393-1288. We particularly encourage and invite families to become Ministers of Hospitality.
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