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At least once a year there are sessions on ministry formation offered. These are required for new ministers; Commissioned ministers participate in these occasional meetings for reveiw, evaluation, and skill formation. New faces are always welcomed!
Parish Music Ministry
The purpose of the music ministry is to lead God's people in praise and worship during the Mass and other liturgies. Members join together for practice weekly, on Wednesdays from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the Church. The only requirment is to be willing to sing and learn new musical pieces. Those willing to sing, as well as others who play an instrument are invited to join in this ministry. For more information, please contact the Parish Center.
Homebound Ministry
When members of our Parish can't come to Church on a regular basis, whether because of temporary or long-term illness, members of this group take the Body of Christ to their fellow Parish Family members.
A.I.M. Albion Interfaith Ministry
This is a group of concerned Christians who manage a clothing bank and thrift shop. In addition to clothing, A.I.M. assists with rental deposits, utilities and medications. Two members of the board of directors oversee the thrift shop. Vouchers are provided by churches and social services to those in need. Volunteers and donations are always welcomed. Teh food bank is sponsored by the Salvation Army, with divisional headquarters in Grand Rapids, with additional support from churches, organizations, and individuals.
Thrift Shop
118 W Porter St
Albion MI 49224
517.629.5260
Hours: Wednesday & Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
Salvation Army Food Bank
118 W Porter St
Albion MI 49224
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 1:00pm-3:00pm
Spiritual Development
This commission deals with the spiritual life of the parish and strives to bring about a renewal and formation in ones Catholic faith.
Education Commission
The Education Commission works to ensure that the religious and secular education of our children is continually striving to fulfill our combined church and school mission.
Christian Service
Following in the footsteps of Christ in not always an easy task, but the members of this commission are aware that Christ's command to us was to "Feed my Sheep." By their dedicated service to their parish family and others, they fulfill the task of caring for the temporal needs of others.
Parish Respect Life Group
This committee promotes the programs of the national Council of Catholic Bishops Pro-Life Committee and the Diocesan Respect Life Committee, in addition to cooperating with the state and local Right to Life efforts. These organizations work to educate, raise consciousness, and support actions on behalf of human dignity.
Pastoral and Finance Councils
These councils are responsible for the development of the parish, both physical and spiritual. The Pastoral Council is made up of representatives of various parish groups. They are made up of members of the parish family who serve their fellow parishioners as stewards of the parish's resources and plan for the future.