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Adoration You are invited to respond to Jesus’ love for us by spending a quiet time of prayer in His Eucharistic presence on a regular basis. The Blessed Sacrament is exposed Monday to Friday 7a.m. to 7p.m. and Saturday 7a.m. to p.m. There is no Adoration on Holidays or Holy Days when the Parish Office is closed. Contact: Paul & Yverose Jean-Mary @ (561) 790-4768	Adult Choir The Music Ministry consists of cantors, two adult choirs, children’s choir, and the Life Teen Band. Members of this ministry provide music for all the liturgies, as well as holy days. If you can sing or have a musical gift, such as playing an instrument and would like to share this gift, please let us know. Contact: Mauricio Leguizamon @ (561) 929-5979
Altar Linens Members of this group serve the parish by washing and ironing the altar linens each week. The only requirement is a separate bucket to wash the sacred linens that is not used for any other household chores. Each member agrees to wash the linens one month out of the year. Contact: Gina Figurella @ (561) 793-4957	Altar Server Any boy or girl in good standing with the Church, and who has made First Holy Communion is welcome to serve on the altar. Altar servers assist the priest at all weekend Masses, and each server generally assists twice each month. New members receive training before they serve on the altar. Contact: Parish Office @ (561) 798-5661
Altar Vessels After daily Mass on Tuesdays clean (wash, dry, polish, etc.) all vessels used on the altar the previous week. Clean the Holy Water containers and replenish each week. Contact: Evelyn Barry @ (561) 798-9132	Bethany Group A combined effort of several parish ministries to assist, if requested, with a reception at the parish for the grieving family and friends immediately after a funeral. ---- The purpose of this ministry is to provide meals to families who are dealing with a serious illness or tragedy in the family. Contact: Sheila Samaritano @ (561) 753-7911
Building & Grounds The objective of this committee is to provide the best possible facilities at a reasonable cost to the parish. Members aid in construction, remodeling and maintenance of building and grounds and also serves as a liaison with the village. Contact: Dennis Pedalino @ (561) 798-5661 ext 115	Children's Choir We celebrate a Children’s Mass at 9:45AM on the 3rd Sunday of each month. The Children’s Choir is an exceptional way for your children to get involved and share their gifts by participating in the choir. Contact: Mindy Simpson @ (561) 791-2234
Clowning For Jesus Clowning for Jesus is a ministry of clowns that visit hospitals, nursing homes, nurseries, do fundraisers, at birthdays and other events to bring entertainment and joy to the young, old, sick, lonely and just people. We want to create more laughter than tears, dispense more happiness than gloom and spread more cheer than despair. You will create your own costume, learn to put face make-up on and name the character you are. You will learn face painting, balloon sculptures and magic. Contact: Mary Lucier @ (561) 793-1639	Coffee & Donuts Each Sunday after the 8 and 9:45 a.m. Masses, parishioners have the opportunity to get to know each other better through fellowship in the Pavilion. The parish provides coffee and doughnuts to allow members to meet each other and socialize. Though refreshments are provided without cost, donations are accepted. Contact: Susan Doogue @ (561) 798-4572
Columbiettes The function of the Columbiettes is to assist the Knights of Columbus in their church and social events and also to hold two functions a year to raise money for various charitable activities. The requirements to join the Columbiettes are to be 18 years of age and a practicing Catholic. Contact: Pat Pennica @ (561) 792-7259	Council of Catholic Women This organization has a twofold purpose: it empowers women in spirituality and leadership and performs community service. The women service the parish by running the Religious Articles Gift Shop and raising money for the parish and other charitable causes. Membership is open to all women of the parish. Contact: Elizabeth Cmar @ (561) 790-3157
Couples for Christ Couples for Christ (CFC) is a worldwide family life renewal ministry with one million members in 161 Countries. This ministry is for Married, Single Men & Women, Widow or Widower, Divorced or Separated persons. This ministry is also for Young Adults. We are in the parish to help build strong families and give support to the parish community. Contact: Paul & Alice Estaris @ (561) 795-3956	Divine Mercy This group meets every Thursday morning after mass in the Cry room at church. We pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, share Scripture, pray over those who are sick and in need of prayer, and for the whole world. Join us in prayer, praise and worship of our Merciful Savior. Contact: Chris Martin @ (561) 793-3947
Education & Tuition Committee This committee is responsible for reviewing and making recommendations on the tuition subsidy program in our parish. Contact: Teri Stocking @ (561) 798-1770	Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion This group of men and women takes on the incredible service of helping the priest administer the Body of Christ at all daily and weekend Masses. The group meets one time each year. Ministers must be registered parishioners and be sacrificial givers. They must have received Confirmation and, if married, be married within the Church. Contact: Luis Castellanos @ (561) 753-7140
Festival A group of parishioners who organize, coordinate and chair various activities leading to our annual Fall Festival which is our parish’s single largest fundraiser. Many people are needed to help with this major event. Contact: Pat Rizzo @ 561 -798-5661	Finance Council The Finance Council is a consultative body providing advice and recommendations to the pastor concerning the stewardship of the parish’s fiscal resources, including conducting long-range financial planning to support the mission of the parish. Finance council positions are appointed by the pastor. Must be a baptized and confirmed Roman Catholic who has belonged to the parish for at least two years. Members must have identifiable participation in the parish and be utilizing the gifts of time, talent and treasure. Contact: James Duemig @ (561) 798-5661 ext 112
Garden Ministry The Garden Ministry is responsible for maintaining the parking lot islands, waterfalls, Koi ponds and fountains on the parish grounds, as well as the baptismal font inside the church. Time commitment is entirely up to the volunteer. The beautification of Our Lady Queen of the Apostles parish grounds. Helps to create an aesthetically pleasing refuge parishioners can retreat to, in peaceful meditation, in order to come closer to our Lord. Contact: Sandy Popp @ (561) 793-1641	Greeters Ministry The Greeter Ministry has been created to welcome all parishioners and guests to Mass on Sundays and to make everyone who comes here feel welcome and at home! They also have an abundance of information available for anyone who needs it. Experience needed is “ a smiling face and 20-30 minutes a week before Mass” Contact: Christi Rademacher @ (561) 753-5799
Homebound Eucharistic Minister This is a group of Extraordinary Ministers that bring the Eucharist and personal contact each week to Catholics unable to attend Mass because of health problems or old age. Membership is open to all Extraordinary Ministers. Contact: Richard Thomas @ (561) 792-8561	Hospital Ministry A special group of Extraordinary Ministers who visit our local hospital on a daily basis bringing the Holy Eucharist and sharing in prayer with the hospitalized. Contact: Joy Mason @ (561) 798-1449
Hospitality Ministry Members of this ministry cook, bake and/or serve refreshments needed at special parish functions. Many people are needed to assist in this hospitable ministry. Contact: Sheila Samaritano @ (561) 753-7911	Knights of Columbus The Knights of Columbus is an international service and leadership organization for Catholic men. The Knights serve our parish, support charitable causes and encourage the spirituality of members. Contact: Richard Meinsen @ (561) 333-0137
Lay Apostles of Jesus Christ the Returning King The Lay Apostolate of Jesus Christ the Returning King is a new movement in the Catholic Church. This movement calls laity to greater personal unity with Jesus Christ. By allowing Jesus to love others through us, we call them back into the safety of the family of God. It involves the laity accepting their call to both personal holiness and service in the Church. We meet on the third Thursday of every month. Contact: Cary Lorenz @ (561) 758-6590	Lector This group provides lectors and commentators to proclaim the Word of the Lord for all weekend Masses and on special occasions. Anyone with the ability to read well and speak clearly is invited to serve. Contact: Kim Grinder @ (561) 793-2106
Legion Of Mary The Legion of Mary is an organization focused on ministering to the sick and lonely through devotion to Mary and her intercession. Anyone over the age of 18 may belong - We are always looking for new members! The group meets each week on Mondays at 8:30AM following morning mass. Group members must also visit the sick and shut-ins once a week. (Please call to check summer schedule.) Contact: Arline Salois @ (561) 791-8918	Life Teen Life Teen is a comprehensive teen ministry program with strong emphasis on the Eucharist. Starting with a Life Teen Mass, high school teens are placed in an environment where they have the opportunity to enter into a relationship with God through Jesus Christ and His Church. Immediately following the Mass, teens gather to learn about the Church and their faith and challenging ways. Some, for the first time, find themselves becoming part of a community where they feel loved and accepted. Contact: Chris Winters @ (561) 798-5661 ext 113
Life Teen Core Team Opportunity for adults to devote their time and energy by being present to the needs of teens in a loving and giving way. Responsibilities include participation in Life Teen Mass, Life Night, and weekly planning meetings. (one year commitment and training is provided). Contact: Chris Winters @ (561) 798-5661 ext 113	Life Teen Music Life Teen is a comprehensive teen ministry program with strong emphasis on the Eucharist. Starting with a Life Teen Mass, high school teens are placed in an environment where they have the opportunity to enter into a relationship with God through Jesus Christ and His Church. Immediately following the Mass, teens gather to learn about the Church and their faith and challenging ways. Some, for the first time, find themselves becoming part of a community where they feel loved and accepted. Contact: Rosemary Beahan @ (561) 798-5661 ext 110
Life Teen Participants (Teens) Contact: Chris Winters @ (561) 798-5661 ext 113	Life Teen Support Team Opportunity for adults to devote time and energy to the ministries that support Life Teen. These include feeding the teens, helping train, and supervising the teens that will provide all liturgical ministries for the Life Teen Mass. The team helps coordinate teen service projects and assists in producing Life Teen articles for the parish newsletter. Contact: Chris Winters @ (561) 798-5661 ext 113
Liturgy Committee The goal of the Liturgy Committee is to assist in organizing our liturgy so it becomes a true public worship, where everyone can participate fully. We are transformed by what takes place at Mass—praise, worship, giving God thanks. In summary, it is a celebration! Contact: Fr Andy Rudnicki @ (561) 798-5661	Martha Ministry Following the example of Martha, Patroness of Cooks and sister to Mary and Lazarus, this ministry faithfully ministers to our brothers and sisters in need. This group of parishioners is available to provide meals for the seriously ill of the parish or those returning home following major surgery. Contact: Sheila Samaritano @ (561) 753-7911
Mass Secretary This group of volunteers has the important task of drawing people into the life of the parish by helping them feel connected. There are two or three representatives at all Masses, who arrive early and stay until the last person has left. The group registers new parishioners, assists people who want a Mass offered for a loved one or to provide flowers for the altar. Anyone is welcome to serve. Contact: Marie Wayne @ (561) 793-1503	Middle School Core Team Contact: Chris Winters @ (561) 798-5661 ext 113
Ministry of Consolation This is an outreach program that offers support for parishioners who have suffered the loss of a loved one. Contact: Contact Parish Office @ (561) 798-5661	Multimedia Ministry “We are looking for parishioners to help run our computers and prepare presentations for each Mass. We'll provide training on the software but you do need to be comfortable with computers; experience with Power Point is an advantage. All of the Readings and lyrics to hymns, as well as announcements, and many other audio/video effects will be projected onto two major areas in the front of the new church, as well as several monitors placed within the church where the screens are less visible. The equipment and operator will be positioned on the choir loft. This is an excellent opportunity to get involved at the early stage of this fantastic ministry. Contact: Anastasios Politis @ (561) 753-3611
OLQA Seniors Group This group is for all parishioners who have retired (or are of retirement age). The group enjoys the company of their peers while taking part in many varied activities. Examples of activities: “popcorn and a movie,” potlucks, sing-a-longs, day trips, guest speakers, informational programs pertinent to the group, assisting with parish functions. The group meets every second Tuesday of the month at 10:30a.m. in Festival Hall. Meetings are open to all of retirement age or those who have taken early retirement. Please consider becoming a part of this lively, active group of parishioners. Contact: Beth Kline @ (561) 798-5661	Parish Library This group is responsible for the set up and maintenance of the parish library located in the Peter classroom. Books are available for check out anytime the building is open. Check out of books is on the honor system. Contact: Rosemary Beahan @ (561) 798-5661 ext 110
Parish Office Support Tm There are plenty of things to be done to keep this community informed and running smoothly. People are needed to do various administrative tasks on a special needs basis. Contact: Sheila Samaritano @ (561) 753-7911	Pastoral Council The Pastoral Council is a consultative body that the pastor can prayerfully reflect with and ask for assistance to guide the overall care and ministry of the parish and the enhancement of its mission. The Council consists of appointed members who must be a baptized and confirmed Roman Catholic and have identified participation in the parish and be utilizing the gifts of time, talent and treasure. Contact: Robert Laquerre @ (561) 798-3866
Planning & Development The Planning and Development Committee is a consultative group of men and women of our parish who review all building and developmental plans for our parish. In addition, this committee serves the parish by reviewing all major construction bids making recommendations as appropriate. Contact: James Duemig @ (561) 798-5661 ext 112	Prison Ministry Visits are made on a regular basis to the local prisons to teach and share the Catholic faith. The Eucharist is celebrated monthly by a priest. Contact: Contact Parish Office @ (561) 798-5661
Public Relations Our Public Relations group is responsible for various aspects of “getting the word out”. This group places ads in local publications, and constantly seeks new avenues to communicate the life of our parish within the community. This group seeks creative people to assist in writing, photographing, and filming. Contact: Susan Hutcheon @ (561) 753-0694	Re-Membering A ministry whose efforts focus on bringing back Catholics who have left the church. They put out a call to all those who have left the fold to come back to their roots. This group shares the desire of Pope Paul VI, “We must strive to bring them back.” Contact: Chris Martin @ (561) 793-3947
Religious Ed Education about the faith is the essential ingredient in Church life, and teaching religious education helps impart the knowledge needed to understand our faith. Catechists are volunteers who are certified by the Diocese to teach religious education and the sacramental programs. Contact: Rosemary Beahan @ (561) 798-5661 ext 110	Respect Life As Catholics, we acknowledge that God is the author of life, and that He decides when life begins and ends. In keeping with this, members of Respect Life raise awareness on issues of life such as abortion, euthanasia, genetic engineering, etc. The group also helps pregnant women who decide against abortion to find the needed resources to care for their child. Contact: Mindy Simpson @ (561) 791-2234
Rite of Christian Initiation - RCIA This form of religious education is for those who are joining the Church and have not yet been baptized, who were baptized in another religion, or would like to update their education in the Church. Contact: Rosemary Beahan @ (561) 798-5661 ext 110	Sewing Circle The Sewing Circle are interested in sewing and quilting. Members are making quilts, wall hangings, place mats, etc. Anyone interested in sewing or quilting is welcomed. Items we make will be sold at the Fall Festival to benefit the parish. Meetings start at 8:30 AM after Mass on Friday morning. Materials are furnished by the quilting group- come and join us! Contact: Evelyn Barry @ (561) 798-9132
Skilled Trade Committee Do you have the know-how and willingness to provide assistance on various projects in the parish? These may include the ability to complete small repairs, carpentry, cabinet making, painting or serve as an electrician or photographer. Perhaps you have the skills of a tax accountant, a computer networking consultant, lawyer, grant writer, or communications specialist. If you have a skilled trade that you wish to share with the parish, please let us know. Contact: Dennis Pedalino @ (561) 798-5661 ext 115	St. Vincent de Paul Inspired by the Gospel message, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul serves the Church by caring for the poor through home visits and financial assistance. This ministry functions on the generous donations from our parishioners. Our meetings are held on the 4th Thursday of each month. New members are always welcome! Contact: Cookie Dykes @ (561) 333-4664
Stewardship Council The Stewardship Council promotes Stewardship as a Way of Life within all aspects of the parish community fostering the sharing of God’s gifts of Time, Talent and Treasure. The council is composed of appointed members of the parish. Members must have identifiable participation in the parish and be utilizing the gifts of time, talent and treasure. Contact: James Duemig @ (561) 798-5661 ext 112	Substance Addiction Ministry This is an outreach program aiming to assist individuals and their families with issues relating to alcohol or chemical dependency. People needing assistance can call a number, published in our weekly bulletin to request help and literature, or inquire about upcoming events. We are in need of adults to assist us with this special ministry. Together we can make a difference! Contact: Parish Office @ (561) 798-5661
Technical Resources This group’s primary function is to assist the parish in all computer technical aspects. They install equipment as well as maintain and troubleshoot both hardware and software. Besides data controls, the Technical Resource Group also assists in audio and video support as needed. This group seeks technical people who are willing to assist in voice, data, audio, and video. Contact: Mario Rodrigues & John Duemig @ (561) 722-5090	Usher Anyone who has been confirmed and is in good standing with the Church is invited to serve in this ministry that greets parishioners with a smile and helps provide good order in the church. Ushers help parishioners find seats, keep order during Communion and pass the basket for the offertory. Contact: Thomas Schmidt @ (561) 798-8354
Vocations This ministry, in cooperation with the vocations committee of our Knights of Columbus, is committed to the advancement of vocations of men and women within our parish. Contact: Fr Andy Rudnicki @ (561) 798-5661	Welcome Ministry This is an opportunity to be a member of the Our Lady Queen of the Apostles welcoming team. We are a constantly growing community, with new families joining us each week. Individuals are needed to contact parishioners as necessary and assist with the “Welcome New Parishioners” Reception, 3 times per year. Contact: Sheila Samaritano @ (561) 753-7911
Young Adults Contact: Chris Winters @ (561) 798-5661 ext 113