Ministries

Adult Altar Servers work with the Priest to make the Celebration of the Mass for Funerals as reverent and focused as possible. While it is not a requirement, being an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion is helpful.

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

Any Parishioner who has received the Sacrament of Confirmation and is in good standing with the Church, is eligible to serve. Contact Jim Calamita at 668-8370 ext.  220 for details.

St. Philip Music Ministry serves the congregation on Weekends, Holy Days, Weddings and Funerals.  Anyone is welcome to join the Music Ministry regardless of ability.

Director of Music/Organist:

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Cantors: Those who lead the congregation at Mass in singing the songs and the Responsorial Psalm.

Adult Choir: sings traditional and contemporary 2-4+ part music, at alternating Masses during the month.

Adult Choir: sings traditional and contemporary 2-4+ part music, at alternating Masses during the month.

Resurrection Choir: lead the hymn singing at Parish funerals.  Since we never know when they will be needed, the participants are called for each occasion and come according to their availability.  Funeral services are held at 10:00 am Monday-Saturday.

Any student who has received the Sacrament of First Holy Communion is eligible to become an Altar Server.  Contact Jim Calamita at 668-8370 ext.220, to sign up.

Please consider helping your Parish Community by taking part in this beautiful ministry.

Students, this would be an excellent opportunity for you to complete your Community Service Project hours.

If interested, or if you have any questions, please contact Jim Calamita at 716-668-8370 x220.

Ushers act as stewards, greeters, and assist with taking up the weekly collection during Masses.

For information regarding becoming an Usher, please call the Rectory at 668-8370.

You are also invited to attend one of our meetings which are held the fourth Monday of each month, except June, July and August, at 7:00 pm in the Msgr. Jasinski Center.