St. Francis Xavier Cathedral has many ministries that are always in need of energetic parishioners willing to serve. There are countless ways to serve the Lord. A brief description of our ministries is listed below.

Altar Society

The altar society prepares the altar for the celebration of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. They are responsible for the care of the sacred vessels and vestments, the laundering of linens, replacement of candles and cleaning of the sacristy. In addition, our altar society plans our special receptions that are held during various times throughout the year. In this ministry, members culminate in the joy of sharing. Good food and friendship are enjoyed by all. 

Contact: Mrs. Charlotte White email white@sfxcathedral.org

Altar Servers

Youth who assist the priest during Mass, weddings, funerals and other liturgical services.

Contact: Fr. James Ferguson

Cathedral Choir

Scheduled weekly practice sessions and participate in the 11:00 a.m. Sunday Mass and diocesan liturgical services.  More at the Music page.

Contact: Mr. Lynn Bauman, lbauman@sfxcathedral.org

Children’s and Youth Choir

Scheduled weekly practice sessions for youth in the 2nd grade and up for girls and for boys to the changing voice.  Participate in 11:00 Mass monthly.  More at the Music Page

Contact: Mr. Lynn Bauman, lbauman@sfxcathedral.org

Extra-ordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

Those who assist the priests in distributing Holy Communion at Sunday and weekday Masses.

Contact: Mr. Luke White

Knights of Columbus

Catholic men’s fraternal benefit society. Open to men of the Cathedral Parish. Council #3200 meets the first Monday of every month at the Knights of Columbus Hall on Coliseum Boulevard.

Contact: Fr. James Ferguson, Chaplain

Homebound/Hospital Ministry

Personal visits to the sick, elderly, and handicapped for the distribution of Holy Communion.

Contact: Fr. James Ferguson

Hospitality Ministry

Our hospitality ministry prepares our coffee and donuts on the first Sunday of the month for a parish gathering following the 9:00 a.m. Sunday Mass. This is an opportunity to visit with friends and meet new people who all have something wonderful in common–parish life.

Lectors

Readers of God’s Word at Masses and other liturgical celebrations

Contact: Mr. Luke White

Museum/Gift Shop

Selection and display of museum artifacts of the Cathedral and hosting of visitors to the Gift Shop.

Contact: Mrs. Mary Ellen Randall

Parish Council

Officials who advise and recommend to the Rector with awareness of parishioners and staff.

Contact: Mr. Luke White

Tours

This ministry offers tours of the Cathedral

Contact: Mrs. Madeline Jeansonne

Ushers

The ushers of the Cathedral extend a warm welcome to visitors and parishioners and are very important to our parish community.

Contact: Mr. Gary LaHood