Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion assist in the distribution of the Eucharist at parish Masses and in our area nursing facilities. Interested parties must be fully initiated (have been Baptized, received First Eucharist, and Confirmed), be in a sacramental marriage if married, and serve upon the recommendation of the Pastor. New Eucharistic Ministers receive training from the Diocese of Cleveland as well as here at St. Hilary.

TIME COMMITMENT: Serve 2 to 3 Masses per quarter.

CONTACT: Fr. Steve Brunovsky, 330-867-1055, ext 204 or sbrunovsky@sthilarychurch.org

Lectors proclaim the Liturgy of the Word with care, preparedness, devout attention and meditative silence.

Those who choose this ministry help us to have a truly profound love for Scripture and to understand its power to sanctify us. Training is required.

“The Bible says the Word of God does not return void—it’s full of life!!  Every time I lector, I gain a pearl of wisdom, a new understanding of who God is in my life.  My prayer as I proclaim the Word is that God will use my effort to bless all who hear.”   Marilyn Miller

TIME COMMITMENT: Serve 2 to 3 Masses per quarter.

CONTACT: Parish Office: 330-867-1055 or church@sthilarychurch.org

This team meets seasonally to plan major Feasts and Solemnities, special Masses, Communal Penance Services, and Evening Prayer. Team members have a love of liturgy, an openness to continuing education, and a desire to enhance the worship life of our parish.

TIME COMMITMENT: Seasonal

FOR INFORMATION: Dave Dettloff at 330-867-1055, ext. 202 or ddettloff@sthilarychurch.org

Individuals with a love of the liturgy and a knack for detail are invited to give their time through this ministry. Each of our weekend liturgies has a coordinator who arrives early to help with the immediate preparations for the Mass, from overseeing the liturgical ministers, to ensuring everything is in place for the celebration of the Eucharist.

TIME COMMITMENT: One Mass time per weekend

CONTACT: Dave Dettloff at 330-867-1055, ext. 202 or ddettloff@sthilarychurch.org

Parishioners with the gift of hospitality and sense of liturgical care are invited to serve in this vital ministry. Ministers of Hospitality perform a variety of services, including greeting people before and after Mass, assisting with seating, helping with the offertory collection, and distributing bulletins. Families are invited to perform this ministry together.

TIME COMMITMENT: Ministers of Hospitality arrive 20 minutes prior to the assigned Mass, help arrange church after Mass and attend an annual meeting during Lent.

CONTACT: Parish Office: 330-867-1055 or church@sthilarychurch.org

The Sacristan keeps the Sacristy in good order and oversees specific liturgical needs within the worship space.

TIME COMMITMENT: At your convenience.

CONTACT: Dave Dettloff at 330-867-1055, ext. 202 or ddettloff@sthilarychurch.org

This committee cleans the worship space (church and sacristy) twice a year before Christmas and Easter.

TIME COMMITMENT: About four hours, twice each year

CONTACT: Parish Office: 330-867-1055 or church@sthilarychurch.org

Families and individuals are invited to join the Parish Greeter Ministry. Greeters assist with welcoming people to Mass and answering basic questions about St. Hilary Parish. Click here to watch our greeter video!

“Greeting folks at one of the three church entrances at a weekend Mass puts a personal touch on weekend liturgical prayer. I enjoy being a greeter and appreciate being greeted by others.”  Pat Schnee       

“I enjoy volunteering in the Welcoming Ministry as it has given me an opportunity to meet new friends at the Pastor’s Quarterly Sunday brunches for new parishioners. I also enjoy greeting folks as they come into the church for 9 o’clock Sunday Mass and seeing them enter church with a smile on their faces.”  Jim Kilcoyne

“I enjoy extending a smile and a heartfelt greeting to weekend Mass attendees as a member of the Parish Welcoming Ministry. I find this often encourages attendees I greet to interact with other folks, thus creating and spreading a welcoming and friendly atmosphere for others.”  Linda O’Neil

TIME COMMITMENT: Arrive at Mass 20 minutes early to welcome parishioners and visitors at the doors of the church.

CONTACT: Maureen Capellas at 330-867-1055, ext. 217 or mcapellas@sthilarychurch.org

As the name implies, volunteers involved in this ministry count the offertory contributions made by parishioners each week. Volunteers need to have an understanding of basic accounting and have experience with calculators. In this important role, they are the first line of stewards of treasure of our parish.

TIME COMMITMENT: Two hours per week on Mondays.

CONTACT: Parish Office: 330-867-1055 or church@sthilarychurch.org

Volunteers with the gift of hospitality are needed to serve this ministry. Coffee and donuts are generally offered on the second Sunday of the month at the morning Masses. This informal social gathering time helps build community spirit.

TIME COMMITMENT: One team per Mass

CONTACT: Parish Office: 330-867-1055 or church@sthilarychurch.org

Join a fun group that provides an invaluable service by stuffing the bulletins with inserts on an as needed basis.

TIME COMMITMENT: Friday mornings.

CONTACT: Parish Office: 330-867-1055 or church@sthilarychurch.org