Get involved in a Ministry at Sacred Heart!
Our list of Ministries offered at Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the corresponding contact information is shown below. If you would like to participate in a Ministry, please contact the Parish Office at 503-231-9636 or by emailing "[email protected]".
* God calls each person by name (Isaiah 43:1). *
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* God calls each person by name (Isaiah 43:1). *
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Get Involved at Sacred Heart
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Liturgical Ministries – The word liturgy is derived from the ancient Greek leitourgia,
which means “work of service for the people.” Good liturgy requires the work of many
volunteers. Parishioners serve in a variety of roles at liturgy, including:
- Eucharistic Ministers
- Greeters
- Lectors
- Music Ministry (see separate description)
- Sacristans
- Servers
- Ushers
Music Ministry – Good music is key to having prayerful liturgies. The Music Ministry serves the parish at both weekend Masses, as well as for special feasts and liturgies. Saturday evenings feature guitar, piano, and 1 or 2 cantors. Sunday mornings feature a
choir, usually singing on the 3rd and 4 th Sundays of the month, except during July and August. When the choir is not present, 2 cantors and piano lead the people in song.
- Joining the Choir: Newcomers are asked to audition, in order to make sure their voices are a fit. Many in the choir do not read music but have a good ear. In other words, they hear their part and can sing it back.
- Cantors: They are usually trained musicians, can read music, and can lead the assembly in song.
- Instrumentalists: Sacred Heart is fortunate to have keyboard at most weekend Masses. At many Masses, we also have a guitarist. Other instrumentalists are also welcome.
Children’s Liturgy of the Word – A separate Liturgy of the Word is offered on the first and third Sunday of each month for pre-school and elementary-aged children. The children leave church just prior to the first reading and return after the homily. They
meet in the rec-tory to hear and discuss a simplified version of the Sunday readings. Usually, the group includes 6 to 10 children, along with a teacher. Those interested in serving as a teacher should contact Jennifer Anderson, 503-830-9327, [email protected].
Fellowship after Weekend Masses – To assist in building community, volunteers host coffee & donuts weekly after Sunday Mass, as well as wine & cheese on the first Saturdays of the month after the evening Vigil Mass. The goal is to provide an opportunity for parishioners and visitors to mingle, talk, and get to know one another.
- Coffee & Donuts – Hosts unlock the Fellowship Hall, make coffee, set out the donuts that are delivered to the parish, serve the coffee, and take care of the clean-up and final lock-up. Volunteers work in pairs, with a rotating schedule, usually serving once a month. Contact: Margaret Barilko, 971-227-3833, [email protected].
- Wine & Cheese – Teams of 3 or 4 parishioners pick up wine, cheese, crackers, cookies, and fruit, serving them in the Fellowship Hall. Volunteers are also responsible for clean-up and final lock-up. Contact: Paul Costello, 503-236-6966, [email protected].
Hospitality – Hospitality is all about serving others as Jesus would. The Hospitality Committee is made up of a team of volunteers who serve at parish events such as the annual Parish Thanksgiving Dinner, Strawberry Shortcake Weekend, funeral and
wedding receptions, as well as many private events for both parishioners and non-parishioners. If you’re interested in assisting with this important ministry, please contact Margaret Barilko, 971-227-3833, [email protected].
Pastoral Care Ministry – The work of Pastoral Care is to connect parish volunteers to parishioners who are no longer able to attend, worship and pray with our Church community on a regular basis by visiting, praying and bringing the Eucharist to them.
They also bring the message to the homebound person that they are always a part of the parish community, and the rest of the community is one with them. The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick is always available, providing strength, peace and courage to
overcome the difficulties that go with the condition of illness. The Sacrament can be received by all who are struggling at this time in their lives. We also offer two Anointing of the Sick Masses during the year, during Advent and Lent, as well as every Thursday
after the weekday Mass. Finally, if you’re unable to attend Mass with the community because of recovering from surgery or an illness, please let us know so that we can make sure you receive the Sacraments. Contact: Sue Rivelli, 503-780-5659, [email protected].
St. Vincent de Paul Society – The Sacred Heart SVdP Conference is one of 47 parish-based Conferences operating under the Portland SVdP Council. Our most visible work is delivering food boxes to eligible households within the geographic boundaries of the parish, although recipients need not be Catholic or members of the parish. We average 20 deliveries per month, providing 5 to 7 days worth of food for about 50 individuals. In addition, the Conference provides help with rent and utilities, emergency lodging, gas and transportation assistance. Our work is supported by the parish through generous cash donations and specific food requests, as well as grants and bequests. The Conference has 14 regular volunteers. Contact: Ron Zaraza, 503-936-7716, [email protected].
Men’s Club – The Men’s Club supports and enhances our community both inside and outside the halls of the church. Inside, we assist and aid existing ministries when called upon, and we sponsor projects to maintain and upgrade our parish facilities. Outside,
we support a variety of community service organizations. We host an annual Coat Drive for the homeless, Prayer Cup Golf Tournament, Pancake Breakfast, and Spaghetti Dinner. The Club meets monthly to plan activities and to provide fellowship and enrichment opportunities for the men of the parish. Contact: Jeff Delegato, 503-260-6953, [email protected].
Collection Counters – Collection counters work in teams of two or three, sorting and counting all monies that come into the parish weekly, either through the rectory office or the Mass collections. We count, categorize, and prepare the bank deposit for all money received so that the parish bookkeeper can record these funds. We then take the deposit to the bank. Each team does this task every three or four weeks. The counting is done either on Sunday, after the 10:00 Mass, or Monday morning, whichever is more convenient for the team. Counting usually takes a couple of hours to complete. Contact: Sue Rivelli, 503-780-5659, [email protected] .
Sack Lunches for the Homeless – Four times per year, following Sunday Mass, parishioners assemble 210 sack lunches in the Fellowship Hall. Lunches include a nutritious sandwich, fruit cup, energy bar, juice and assorted snacks. Lunches are distributed to the homeless in our community by Catholic Charities, Mercy Teams, and Transition Projects. Volunteers interested in assembling the lunches simply need to show up on the appointed day and time to help. Anyone who would like to help with procuring food and set-up should contact Mary Merrick, 503-407-4107, [email protected].
Bottles & Cans Collection – Sacred Heart supports a number of local, national, and international charities. We do this by collecting bottles and cans, redeeming their deposits, and sending the money to various charities, including Unbound (www.unbound.org), a Christian foundation for children; Angels in the Outfield (www.theangelsintheoutfield.org), which serves children up to 18 years old who’ve suffered unimaginable hardships; The Angels’ Club, which provides Christmas gifts andother needs for children and their families at a local Catholic school; and St. Vincent Mission (see below). Since 2018, we’ve raised more than $18,000 through this wonderful ministry. If you’d like to participate, blue plastic collection bags are available in the back of church. Take a bag and, when it’s full, simply drop it off at the rectory. We’ll take it from there. Contact: Susy Petersen, 503-654-8496, [email protected].
St. Vincent Mission (David, Kentucky) – St. Vincent Mission, established in 1968 by the Brothers of Charity from Philadelphia, serves the less fortunate in Appalachia by providing work opportunities and education, as well as encouraging sustainable living through wise spending, gardening and self-help. Sacred Heart has been supporting the work of St. Vincent since the early 1990s, primarily through our annual Bake Sale in the fall and through our Bottles & Cans Collection (see above). Many parishioners also make financial contributions directly to the Mission. More information about St. Vincent Mission is available online at www.stvincentmission.org. If you’d like to help with the annual Bake Sale, please contact Maria Ruckwardt-Clark, 503-753-5575, [email protected], or Peggy Ryan, 503-806-1959, [email protected].
Catholics in Recovery – Catholics in Recovery (CIR) provides hope and healing for individuals and families seeking freedom from addictions, compulsions, and unhealthy attachments. Rooted in the Sacraments and the Twelve Steps of Recovery, CIR supports everyone on their recovery journey, welcoming all into a compassionate, faith-filled community. CIR meets Fridays at 6:00 pm in the rectory basement. Information about CIR is available online at www.catholicinrecovery.com. For info about CIR meetings at Sacred Heart and at other local parishes, contact Sr. Margaret Bischoff, 503-347-9942, [email protected] .
Pastoral Council – The Pastoral Council is the central planning body of the parish. It is composed of 6 parishioners, along with the pastor. Members typically serve a 3-year term. The Pastoral Council helps Father ensure that the pastoral needs of the parish are being met, focusing primarily on spiritual growth, community social events, educational opportunities, social justice and outreach efforts. Those interested in more information or potentially serving on the council should contact John Limb, 503-504-9795, [email protected].
Administrative Council – The purpose of the Administrative Council is to manage the temporal affairs of the parish, and to advise the pastor and Pastoral Council on the administration of the parish. The council is appointed by the pastor and represents different skill sets – especially in the areas of property maintenance, finance, and long-range planning. Council representatives may serve as long as they are willing. Those interested in more information or potentially serving on the council should contact Brian Thomas, 503-679-9997, [email protected].