ALTAR SERVERS

Beginning in grade three and through graduation from High School the young boys and girls of St. Christine's Parish have the opportunity of serving at the Altar of God. Please see Father Mario if your child is interested.

For more information about becoming and Altar Server call (781) 834-6003

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS & Visitors to the sick and homebound

Every Sunday we celebrate the mystery of our faith that forges our identity and strengthens us to be the very Body of Christ what we receive. The Communion rite is the heart and center –the ritual climax of the entire Mass. The gathering of the community, the proclamation of God’s Word, the remembering thanksgiving and offering in the Eucharistic Prayer – all directed toward the receiving of Holy Communion in which we many, fed with His own Body and Blood are made one in the Lord.Eucharistic Ministers are members of our Parish family who are called to assist the priest in the distribution of the Body of Christ and the Precious Blood to the people gathered at Mass.

St. Christine’s Eucharistic Ministers have been bringing the Eucharist to parishioners who are unable to attend Mass due to age, illness, or recovery from illness for the past 43 years. Eucharistic Ministers visit the sick and homebound every Sunday morning after the 9:30a.m. Mass. Currently visitors to the sick and homebound visit a total of 70 individuals in their homes and at Proprietor’s Green every Sunday. Eucharistic Ministers and Visitors to the sick and Homebound are asked to serve 1-2x a month depending on their availability.

If you have interest in learning more about these rewarding ministries, please call Mary Doolan at x21 (Training is provided).

LECTORS 

The Liturgy of the Word is and essential component of the Eucharistic Liturgy. The Ministry of Lector is to break open the Word of God to nourish and sustain the faithful. A formal training program for Lectors is provided.

For more information about the Lector Program contact AnnMarie Roth at (781) 834-6003 x15

FAITH FORMATION

St. Christine's parish is committed to supporting parents in passing along our Catholic faith to their children. Saint Christine’s offers regular classes, sacramental preparation, prayer and service experiences. We are here to support you and your families in your faith journey as you grow in your relationship with Jesus. (visit the Faith Formation page)

YOUTH MINISTRY PROGRAM

Students in grades 10 thru 12, who wish to assist in grade level classes as team teachers or aides in classes There are many opportunities throughout the year to gather and volunteer in our Faith Formation Program. If you are interested please contact 781-837-0088.

These peer ministers also can be helpful by their involvement in the greater Marshfield Community with many service options.

Once students are confirmed in grade 10, they can also assist at Masses in the Parish as Eucharistic Ministers or Lectors.

For more information about Youth Ministry contact Maryanne Bursaw (781) 837-0088 

funeral and bereavement mINISTRY

On behalf of Saint Christine’s Parish Family, please accept our prayers and condolences for the loss of your loved one. Please know that you and your family are the special intentions of our prayers and we offer you our support during this most difficult time. When one of our members dies, we as a Church family all mourn. We pray that you are comforted in our faith as we celebrate the Church’s Liturgy. Saint Christine’s provides compassionate support for those who have lost their loved ones and are looking for support, comfort and coping in their moments of grief.

For more information contact Susie McCarthy at (781) 837-0088 ext. 19

MUSIC ministry

"Forever I will sing the goodness of the Lord." Psalm 89:1

Adult Choir

We welcome all who like to sing. Being able to read music is Not a requirement! The Choir sings at the 11:00am Mass from September to June. We also sing for Christmas and the Triduum at Easter. We rehearse Tuesday evenings at 7:00pm. 

Youth Choir

We welcome children in Grades three and older. Rehearsals will be right after Faith Formation classes at 5:15. The day is to be determined. Rehearsals will last approximately 45 minutes. The choir will sing at the 9:30am Family Mass from September to June. The choir will also sing for First Holy Communion, Christmas and Easter. 

 For more information about the Adult Choir contact Kerry McMasters at 781-834-6003 

PARISH COUNCIL

The purpose of the Parish Council is to assist the pastor in his leadership role of planning, organizing, initiating, promoting, coordinating and reviewing the evangelization, worship, religious education and service activities within the parish.

Objectives of the Parish Council.

• To assess adequately the needs of the whole parish and its members, and to develop and implement a pastoral plan which will promote the common good of the parish.
  
• To foster unity and a sense of community in the parish and to coordinate all parish activities in a manner that will best serve the interests of the parish.
  
• To promote programs and activities recommended by the Archbishop, Archdiocesan offices and agencies as well as the pastoral council itself.

order OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION

OCIA (formally RCIA) is a process of study, exploration, faith-sharing, and faith formation with specific liturgical rites for people interested in becoming a member of the Catholic Church. Seekers and inquirers are non-baptized adults who desire to be fully initiated into the Roman Catholic Church and/or baptized adult Christians who desire full communion in the Roman Catholic Church.

For more information on OCIA contact Lauretta Grant at 781-837-0088 ext. 28

SOWING SEEDS of hope

Sowing Seeds of Hope is an all-volunteer Interfaith outreach ministry that provides support and services at no cost to Marshfield families and individuals in need of the essentials in life. Sowing Seeds has responded to over 13,000 calls for assistance since 1995. Many of St. Christine’s Parishioners are long time Volunteers.

• Sowing Seeds of Hope
  P.O. Box 100, Marshfield, MA 02050

• Sowing Seeds Clothing Bank
  974 Plain Street (Rt 139), Marshfield, MA 02050
  
  
• Sowing Seeds of Hope What We Do
• Advocacy- Home visits and overview of individual family need.
• Clothing Bank
• Transportation-Local and Boston
• Furniture
• Financial Services: Help with essential bills.
• If you are need of assistance call 781-837-3337
• Learn more about Sowing Seeds Marshfield at Sowing Seeds Marshfield.org.

• Text -to Donate
  You can text Sowing Seeds to (202) 858-1233 to access our general donations page.

For more information about Sowing Seeds contact: Mary Doolan at (781) 834-6003 x21

ST. VINCENT DePAUL SOCIETY

The St. Vincent DePaul Society, which is a worldwide organization, was founded specifically to aid families or individuals in financial difficulty by providing them with food vouchers, aid with utility bills, partial rent payment, or other such needs that may arise. It is an anonymous, temporary means of assistance, and there are no race, color or creed barriers. St. Christine's extends this aid throughout the town of Marshfield. Funding for this outreach program are obtained through the generosity of St. Christine's caring and charitable parishioners.

For more information please contact Ann Roth: (781) 834-6003 ext 15