Volunteer

Then I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, "Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?" Then I said, "Here am I, send me!"

Isaiah 6:8

Safe Environment Requirements Volunteers

All volunteers who interact with minors or vulnerable adults are required to complete and maintain safe environment credentials through the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. The requirements include a criminal background check, signing a Code of Conduct, and completing safe environment training.

To ensure completion of the requirements before volunteering, contact our Safe Environment Coordinator: Elvira Kyles, elvirap@stbridgetnorthside.com , 612-529-7779

Additional resources

For more information on the Archdiocesan Safe Environment requirements, visit www.safe-environment.archspm.org/essential-3 .

Pastoral Care Ministries

  • Communion visits to those who are homebound or in the hospital
  • Prayer Line
  • Prayer Shawl Ministry
  • Funeral Hospitality & Luncheons
  • Phone Ministry
  • Card Ministry

Social Justice

  • Prison Ministry
  • Neighborhood Ice Cream Social

Hospitality

  • Coffee & Rolls after Sunday Mass
  • Monthly Welcome for New Members – coming soon
  • Pancake Breakfast

Sacristans - Weekly Mass

No experience is necessary we will provide training.

Eucharistic Adoration

Several people are needed to spend a quiet hour in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament during Eucharistic Adoration, which goes from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. each Friday for the months of September through May.

Altar Servers

We are always looking for Altar Servers!  Children who have received their First Holy Communion may assist during the celebration of Mass. Potential altar servers should be familiar with the ritual of the liturgy and comfortable being up in front of people. They will need to arrive 20 minutes before Mass, help the priest during Mass and participate in the Procession and Recession. They will be scheduled 1-2 times per month or as needed. There are initial trainings and seasonal trainings as needed.

Faith Formation Instructors and Aides

Help young people strengthen their faith as an instructor or classroom aide or help with Family Faith Nights and special retreats.

Sponsor

Support and guide Confirmation students or adults entering the Catholic faith. If you are interested in any of these volunteer positions, call the parish office (612-529-7779).