We attent to be a listening ear and a sounding board for parish members regarding our participation in the liturgical life of the parish. Interested in learning more, contact Crista Backes at 920-739-3196 x144 or liturgist@sacredheartappleton.com

ALTAR SERVER

• A server assists the priest during the Mass by holding the book, bringing things to the altar, offering the water and wine at the Offetory, washing the priest's hands, ringing the bell, and making the responses. They may also carry the crucifix or processional cross candles, incense etc. If incense is used, they may assist with the boat. Anyone 4th grade or older is welcome to serve in this ministry.    Contact Deacon Gib Schmidt if interested. 920-268-6135 or gschmidt@saint-bernadette.org

EUCHARISTIC MINISTER

• Extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion at Mass who help distribute the Blessed Sacrament and Precious Bood during Mass with the parish community, when scheduled or as needed. Contact Kris Gerhardt if interested. 920-739-7962 or kgerhardt1425@gmail.com 

HOSPITALITY MINISTER

• They welcome worshippers at the doors of the church, distribute worship aids, offer assistance or direction, etc. These individuals or families are responsible for the environment, the collection, and facilitating seating in the church. Contact John Lauer if interested. 920-205-1656 or jclauer@att.net

• A lector is someone who proclaims the first and second readings during Catholic Mass. Becoming a lector is a serious decision and commitment to your faith and parish.  Contact Maurine Overesch if interested.  

• They are charged with the care of the sacristy, the church, and their contents. They are responsible for every element in the sanctuary to be orderly, clean and ready for a Eucharistic Celebration. Contact  Mike & Alice Backes.          920-738-0616 ambackes2488@sbcglobal.net

• Responsible for the plants, flowers, seasonal decor and colors in our church building to provide the proper spiritual atmosphere supporting liturgical events. Contact the Parish Office at 920-739-3196

• The music ministry of Sacred Heart Church is committed to leading God's people in worship. Every note of every song is an offering to the glory of God, a thanksgiving for HIS amazing love and grace. Contact Paul Bauer if interested.
• Hearts of Praise - Choir made up of men and women singers who assist and lead the congregation in song.
• Men's Choir - Adult men singers who assist and lead the congregation in song.
• Youth Song - Children's Choir for young people who love to sing.
• Cantor - Prayfully leads the congregation in song during liturgy and is capabile of singing as a soloist or duet.

HOSPITAL VISITS

• Parish members who are in the hospital receive a daily visit, or phone call due to Covid, from one of the members of the Care Ministry team.  They pray with them and offer the support of the parish.  The Care Minister can assist them with any questions they may have regarding being anointed or having a priest visit them.
• If you know of someone who is in the hospital, please remind them to let the parish know.  Patients are asked when they are admitted to the hospital if their parish can be notified that they are there.  Without their permission parishes will not be notified.

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• Our Care Ministers visit parish members who reside in various nursing homes and/or assisted living. Some members would lust like a visit, others would like the Eucharist brought to them.
• If you know of a Sacred Heart Parish member who is unable to attend Mass because they are in a nursing home, please contact the parish office. From there we will schedule someone to visit and bring Eucharist to those who so wish.

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• We are looking to restart weekly prayer services with communion. Volunteers help residents gather for the weekly prayer service by pushing wheelchairs, assisting them walking to the gathering space and then back to their rooms.

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• Care Ministry members visit those who are confined to their homes. Parish members receive Eucharist and a joyful visit bringing support, encouragement and the prayers of the parish.
• If you know of a Sacred Heart Parish member who is unable to attend Mass due please contact the parish office. From there we will schedule someone to visit and bring Eucharist to them.

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• The Bereavement Ministry offers support to those who are suffering with the loss of a loved one. This group contacts every family who has suffered a loss. We offer support and follow-up with monthly mailings.

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• Preplanning your funeral with the parish can be done at any time.  The benefit of planning ahead is that you have your wishes known to family and friends.  The gift you leave your loved ones is that they do not have to make those decisions.  Schedule a time to come into the parish and discuss those arrangements.

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• Care Ministers visit on the First Friday of each month bringing Holy Communion to those members of the parish who are unable to come to Church. Phone calls are made the day before a visit to set up a time that is convenient. 

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• Prayer is an active expression that can be practiced by all. The Prayer Chain Ministry is a group of dedicated volunteers who jump into action when a call is received for prayers.  Those who volunteers on the Prayer Chain are notified and the praying begins.  Prayer requests can be done on the parish web site or by calling the office. If you are interested in becoming a member of the prayer chain, please call Karen at the Parish Office at 920-739-3196.

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• The parish has a generous supply of homemade Prayer Shawls.  It is intended to be a reminder of God’s ever-present love which is near you. They have lovingly been made by a group a members from the parish.  They are blessed and are ready to be given free of charge to anyone who would like one. Contact the parish office and we will see that you receive one.