Ministries
Knights of Columbus – Virgin Mary Council 11340
Founded on March 29, 1882, thanks to the vision of Father Michael J. McGivney, assistant pastor of St. Mary’s Church in New Haven, the Knights of Columbus was officially chartered by the Connecticut State Legislature as a fraternal benefit society. The Order remains faithful to its founding principles of charity, unity, and fraternity.
The Knights was formed to provide financial aid and support to members and their families. Assistance is offered to the sick, disabled, and those in need. The Order also fosters social and spiritual fellowship through educational, charitable, religious, and community works, including war relief and public outreach.
Father McGivney’s foresight—now recognized through his ongoing cause for sainthood at the Vatican—gave rise to what has become the world’s foremost Catholic fraternal benefit society. The Knights of Columbus has helped families find security and stability through life insurance, annuities, and long-term care programs, while also dedicating countless hours of service to communities worldwide.
Today, the Knights of Columbus has grown from a single council to over 14,000 councils and 1.8 million members across the United States, Canada, the Philippines, Mexico, Poland, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Panama, the Bahamas, the Virgin Islands, Cuba, Guatemala, Guam, and Saipan.
At St. Augustine, our Liturgical Ministries provide an excellent opportunity to live out your baptismal call by serving God and the parish community. Our liturgies make use of the many gifts and talents God has entrusted to us. Through active participation, parishioners help make our celebrations of the Mass truly life-giving. We invite you to prayerfully consider joining one of these ministries.
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Extraordinary Ministers assist with the distribution of the Eucharist at all Masses. Participants must be registered, practicing Catholics who have received the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Lectors
Lectors proclaim the Word of God and the Prayers of the Faithful during Mass. A love for Scripture and strong reading and speaking skills are essential. Lectors must be registered, practicing Catholics who have received the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Altar Servers
Altar Servers assist the priest at the altar during Mass, offering service to God and the parish community. This ministry is open to boys and girls who are registered, practicing Catholics and have received their First Holy Communion.
Ushers
Ushers provide a warm welcome and assistance at Mass and other parish celebrations. They help with seating, direct the flow of the congregation, assist those with special needs, take up the collection, and distribute bulletins. Ushers must be registered, practicing Catholics who have received the Sacrament of Confirmation.
📞 Interested in Serving?
Please contact Debi Royer at 678-641-3904 or debicroyer@gmail.com
Pastoral Care Ministry
Our Pastoral Care Ministry brings the presence of Christ to those who are unable to join us at church. Volunteers take Holy Communion and make home visits to the homebound, elderly, and infirm members of our parish community.
📞 For more information, please contact the parish office or email office@staugcc.org
Rosary Makers
Join a friendly, hands-on ministry dedicated to fostering devotion to Our Lady and supporting parish outreach. Rosary Makers gather to craft durable rosaries for our parish, First Communion and Confirmation candidates, the homebound, hospital and prison ministry, and anyone seeking a tool for prayer. No experience is needed—we’ll teach you, and all materials are provided.
When: 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month, 10:00 AM
What we do: Learn simple knotting and stringing techniques, assemble rosaries, and pray together for the intentions of those who will receive them.
Who can join: Teens through seniors—individuals, families, or small groups. Great service hours opportunity for youth.
How you can help (even if you can’t attend): Donate cord, beads, or crucifixes; take home kits; or sponsor supplies.
Ready to get started or have questions? Contact the parish office and ask for the Rosary Makers coordinator.
Prayer Chain
If you have a few minutes or a few hours and like to pray, then this ministry is for you. We take prayer requests and email them out to the people on the list. If you would like to help out with this please email Erin at erin@30014.org and she will add you to the list!
Pastoral Council
The Pastoral Council is a consultative body that assists the pastor in matters of major pastoral concern. Its purpose is to promote the spiritual growth of the parish community and to help plan effective ways for the parish to carry out the mission of the Church.
Council members represent the interests and pastoral needs of the parish community, working closely with existing groups and, when needed, forming new initiatives. Together, they seek to foster the mission of the Church—both locally and universally—while encouraging the faithful to grow as a vibrant family of faith.
Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA)
The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is the process through which adults and older children are welcomed into the Catholic Church. It is designed for those who:
Have never been baptized and seek to become Catholic,
Have been baptized in another Christian tradition and wish to enter into full communion with the Catholic Church, or
Were baptized Catholic but have not yet received the Sacraments of Eucharist or Confirmation.
OCIA is a journey of prayer, catechesis, and fellowship that unfolds over several months, helping participants encounter Christ and deepen their understanding of the Catholic faith. Alongside sponsors and the parish community, candidates grow in faith until they are ready to receive the sacraments at the Easter Vigil or another appropriate liturgy.
📖 If you or someone you know is interested in becoming Catholic or completing the sacraments of initiation, please contact the Parish Office for more information about upcoming sessions.