Ministries/Committees

LITURGICAL MINISTRIES SCHEDULE  

  Our liturgy committee is a body of committed members of our St. Ignatius Parish that serves to care for the liturgical life of our parish community. We are responsible for the planning, preparation, and implementation of all liturgies which includes Sunday services, feast days, and special occasions.
We are broken into eight ministries including sacristans, altar servers, greeters, lectors, Eucharistic ministers, music ministers, ushers and environment.
Please consider these MINISTRIES call our church secretary at 320-274-8828 if interested in joining a ministry. Thank you!


• There are presently 30+ Catholic residents at the Annandale Care Center facilities. Nothing brightens their day like a short visit - definitely the ‘best gift’ they will receive!  Help is also always needed at the First Friday Mass and Tuesday Communion Rosary Service at 10:30 in the chapel. Women visitors are terrific, but we have a big demand for men visitors, men appreciate men! If you’re interested in this ministry, both men and women, or for further information please call Renee Logais at 320-492-6403. 
We anxiously await your calls, the residents anxiously await your visits! Thank you for your kind consideration. 
 

Nothing brightens their day like a short visit - definitely the best ’gift’ they will receive!  
We provide home visits, deliver Holy Communion, extend friendship to anyone.
If you would like to receive this ministry, please contact parish office 320-274-8828 ext 0

**Days must get terribly long when you spend day after day alone! A quick visit with someone would be most welcome! Visit the homebound and nursing home residents and brighten someone’s day! Both men and women are needed.. . this is an important ministry as we continue to stay connected with parishioners who cannot attend mass or other activities at the parish.  Training will be provided along with a handy reference booklet. 
Check it out, give it a try, make new friends, enjoy!  Become a volunteer friend, please contact Renee Logais at 320-274-5745. 
Residents anxiously await your visits! Thank you. 
 Experience the joy of being God's disciple in this ministry.
 God bless you.

HEART TO HEART

St. Vincent's Ferrer
Our Sister Parish
Pacuan, Philippines

Contact Parish Office 320-274-8828

THANK YOU!!
 The Heart to Heart Mission Team would like to sincerely thank everyone who supported the scholarship program for our sister parish, St. Vincent Ferrer Quasi Parish in Pacuan, Philippines. Because of your extreme generosity, we will be able to support all the students and seminarians that request a scholarship. Funds cover the cost of uniforms, books, supplies, and room/board for students and seminarians who would otherwise be unable to attend school.

Sharing their life changing experiences:  Sister Parish ConnectionThe people who traveled to The Philippines on your behalf were happy to share their heartfelt experiences with you these past 8 weeks. If these messages have moved you in any way to become active in this ministry, we welcome you. We need parishioners to pray for this ministry and our brothers and sisters on the other side of the world. Also, if so moved, financial help is appreciated. We are making plans to send another delegation to the Philippines early 2024 and identified people in Pacuan who are considering traveling to Annandale.

*Mary Arfsten, 2011
“My visit to our sister parish is an experience that I will not soon forget. The people there are so generous with their time and resources little that they have. The occasion that touched me most was when my hostess brought together her whole household as well as employees for a bible lesson. It was humbling for me to see the faith of these people. It reminded me stories in the bible where whole households came to believe in Christ. These people live out their faith every day.

*Dennis Arfsten, 2014
“It was August of 2014. I traveled with my grandson Dominick Braun to Pacuan for 18 days. During that time, we lived, ate, & laughed with a local family. It became apparent that the Catholic Church and people
around the world need the same things. Our friends in Pacuan, even though lacking money and
material things, were the happiest people I have ever met. MONEY & THINGS DO NOT MAKE YOU HAPPY.”

*Gary Miller
“What have I learned from my trips to Pacuan?
(1) People who have very little in material things find true happiness in what is really important: Faith, Family, Friendship. No need for babysitters, nursing homes, cars. Mom and Dad leaving for the day? Kids walk over to the neighbors. Grandma moves in with kids when grandpa dies. Need transport? Stand by the side of the road and the next motorcycle or truck will pick you up. Even if you have nearly nothing, you always have enough to share.
(2) Our Catholic faith is universal no matter the culture. A difference in celebrating the Mass? Starting times are “Filipino time”. Which means around 7:00 give or take 30-40 minutes! Offerings may include chickens, mangos or whatever can be offered. Dogs may wander in for a visit. But the Mass itself, the Liturgy of the Word, the Liturgy of the Eucharist are universal.
(3) Listening to the inner voice that said “go” when logic said “no” was one of the best and most life changing decisions I made at that point in my life. Listen to yours. As I told the husband of one of the
participants on a past trip who told me to “bring her back safely”: I assured him I would, but that she would come back forever changed. Looking for a change in your life?”

*Pam Petersen
After rereading the memory book that I created in 2010, I was reminded of the wonderful journey I took with a small group of St. Ignatius parishioners to meet the members of our Sister Parish in Pacuan, Philippines. Though poor in material things, they were rich in spirit and shared all that they had. James 2:5 “Listen, my brothers, has not God chosen those who are poor to the world to be rich in faith and heirs of the kingdom, which he has promised to those that love Him?”
Indeed, our little group witnessed their faith and love of God. The most memorable example of this was when we attended two weddings and at both events the parents insisted we take the front seats while they sat in the back. It was very hard to show them graceful acceptance of this gift. However we accepted and their generous action reminded us that they see the face of Christ in all.
I am also reminded of their sense of humor. One of our hosts said that Pacuan is so high in the mountains that it is only 10 kilometers from Heaven. Since there were no doors on the church, another said the reason the dogs were so well behaved was they could go to church at any time. Ha. The little community not only provided time for reflection, plenty of food and water, but much opportunity for fun. A highlight was being part of their youth night. After a lighted rosary was recited, a stage was opened for singing and dancing by many talented youth. Electricity was rigged for this temporary stage and our little group even created a song and dance for the celebration.
The country is beautiful, the people are lovely and we were blessed to be their guests.

*Diane Fournier, 2010
What does it mean to "BE"? This is why I decided to make the trip to Pacuan Phillipines. I wanted a reason for making the trip. Father Victor would only tell me “Diane you need to go just to "BE”. I wasn’t sure what he meant by “BE”. But once I was there it was obvious; I was to BE with the people and build a relationship with them. Our relationship with our sister parish is the primary purpose of the Sister Parish Mission Team. I hope if you are considering the mission trip, you understand how to “BE”. In addition, I had the wonderful privilege of traveling with my daughter, Morgan, who was 17 at the time. It was amazing to share the whole journey with her. She had her own unique experiences and as a parent it was a joy to go with her. Please prayerfully ask the Lord if this is something that He might be calling you to do.

Prayerfully consider making the journey to meet our brothers and sisters in Pacuan. For more information contact the Parish Office.

Protecting God’s Children Safe Environment

It is our mission to create a culture of protection and healing; promoting right relationships, preventing abuse, and offering healing and support. We will provide referrals and resources to promote healing.
 

Our ministry helps individuals and families address financial crisis they may be experiencing. This help may be with  heating costs, medical expenses, loss of work, minor home or automotive repair, etc.
Application forms are available at the Parish Office.  
*Strict confidentiality is maintained at all times.
 

This committee is responsible for the St. Ignatius Catholic Cemetery and members are devoted to restoring and grooming the grounds for a peaceful burial setting. It is plotted for use and burial can be held there. For cost and more information, contact parish office at 320-274-8828.

The cemetery is located at 12201 County Road 37 northwest.

Cemetary information