We invite you!
Would you like to try participating in Mass in a new role?
Where might God be calling you to a new experience?
Please pray about it.
Learn more – or express your interest – by contacting the parish office at 515-288-7411 or secretary@saintambrosecathedral.org.
You’ll be introduced to a parishioner who can tell you more any of the ministries below that call to you.
Ministries of Welcome
Greeter
Everyone deserves a welcoming smile. Simply stand by the church entrance before Mass, welcome people, and answer any questions.
Usher
Besides passing the basket, ushers keep an eye on people’s needs, comfort and safety.
Seasonal Decor
Each time the liturgical season changes, a few people are working behind the scenes to change the decor and prepare the church for holy day liturgies.
At the Altar
Altar Servers
Those who have received First Communion can ask to be trained to serve at the altar: carrying and managing the items needed by the priest, and leading us in an attitude of reverence. We especially encourage our young people to help in this ministry.
Lector
Proclaiming the Word of God to our people is always a privilege – and a wonderful way to be drawn deeper into God’s Word as you prepare.
Cantor
We appreciate the strong voices and presence of our cantors, as they help us to pray in song.
Sharing the Body of Christ
Extraordinary Minister Of the Eucharist (EMOE)
Those who train as Eucharistic Ministers have a close and unique view of our parish Body of Christ. Formation and training are provided, so as to learn the depth of this ministry as well as the appropriate ways to distribute Communion. To be eligible to serve as EMOE, you must be Baptized and Confirmed.
Some Eucharistic ministers go the next mile – taking the Eucharist to those who are unable to attend Mass. This service is part of our Homebound Ministry, and it is deeply appreciated.
