Card Ministry
Upon notification of a parishioner who is ill, grieving the loss of a loved one, facing a difficult situation or celebrating a milestone, volunteers send a card and a note to let them know that we care and are praying for them. A monthly rotation schedule is followed by the team of card ministers for sending cards. This is a ministry you can perform in the comfort of your own home.
Our Lady of the Assumption Coordinator: Mary Burmeister | 231.861.6562 | Email Mary Here
St. James Coordinator: Jill Galloway | 231.893.3085 | Email Jill Here
Communion to the Homebound
Ministering Holy Communion to the homebound is an ancient way of reminding those who cannot attend Mass that they remain part of the Body of Christ.
Coordinator: Deacon Greg Anderson | 231.730.2418 | Email Deacon Here
Hospital Ministry
Under the auspices of Trinity Health, Muskegon, these volunteers minister to patients at Trinity Health. Whether by stopping by for a brief visit, ministering Communion, or praying with someone, these volunteers visit all Catholic patients at the hospital. Those assisting at the hospital describe their ministry as very rewarding and a true gift. The time commitment is flexible as you may sign up for one day per month or several days per month. Helping hands are needed and training is available. If you are a Eucharistic Minister or would like to become one, please consider this worthwhile ministry.
Coordinator: The Spiritual Care Department at Trinity Health, Muskegon | 231.672.3912
Meal Ministry
Providing meals to parishioners during times of need is the goal of this ministry. Assistance is given to families in our parish through challenging times such as: serious illness, recovery from an accident, recent death or other family difficulties on a temporary basis. Attempts will be made to work within your family’s dietary needs and/or food restrictions. If you or someone you know could benefit from this ministry, please contact the Parish Office. This ministry provides the perfect opportunity to become involved without a large commitment. Anyone willing to provide a meal is asked to contact our coordinator or parish office.
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Nursing Home Ministry
These volunteers provide a compassionate, Catholic presence at Heartland Health Care Manor by visiting patients, singing, praying the Rosary and ministering Communion each Wednesday. Estimated time commitment is one or two hours per week.
Monthly Mass is celebrated the first Wednesday of each month. Those interested in assisting with this ministry will spend one to two hours on this day.
Coordinator: Deacon Greg Anderson | 231.730.2418 | Email Deacon Here
Quilting Ministry
The Piece Makers of St. James – These ladies meet bi-monthly on Wednesday mornings to create beautiful quilts which are then shared with newly baptized members of St. James and recipients of The White Lake Giving Tree. Prayer quilts are also given to St. James members who are in need of healing. You need not have any quilting experience to become involved. Helping hands are needed and welcome.
Coordinator: Donna Collard | 231.215.6896 | Email Donna Here