Welcoming and Hospitality Ministry

This ministry focuses on welcoming new members to the parish community, as well as, fostering an ongoing spirit of hospitality and belonging among all parishioners. The Welcoming and Hospitality Ministry sponsors social gatherings and active outreach programs, such as Hospitality Sundays.

2007-2008 Hospitality Dates

September 30, 2007

After all the masses.  Hosted by the Education Commission which includes the following ministries: Gathering of Women, Holy Cross School, Baptism Ministry, Marriage Preparation, PREP, RICA and Youth Ministry.  Join us in the community room to learn more about the activities, events and volunteer opportunities within these ministries.

December 9, 2007

After all the masses.  Hosted by the Worship Commission which includes the following ministries:  Art & Environment, Eucharistic Ministers, Greeters, Lectors, Liturgy of the Word for Children, Music Ministry, Ministry of Prayer and Ushers.  Join us in the community room to learn more about the activities, events and volunteer opportunities within these ministries.  Advent Book Sale. 

March 2, 2008

After all the masses.  Hosted by the Parish Life Commission which includes the following ministries:  Booster's Club, Family Connection, Web Team, Welcoming Ministry and Women's Club.  Join us in the community room to learn more about the activities, events and volunteer opportunities within these ministries.

April 20, 2008

After all the masses.  Hosted by the Human Concerns Commission which includes the following ministries:  Bereavement, Career Renewal, Christmas Basket Ministry, Faith in Action, Friends of St. Malachy, Ministry of Care and Outreach Soup Kitchen.  Join us in the community room to learn more about the activities, events and volunteer opportunities within these ministries.

May 18, 2008

8:30 am Girl Scout & Boy Scout Mass followed by hospitality in the gym.  Religious Award ceremony after mass. 
10:30 am after mass in the gym Hosted by:  TBD

Newcomer's Mass & Dinner Dates:

October 20, 2007
March 8, 2008

Invitations will be sent to newly registered families with all the details.

Any questions, concerns or volunteering opportunities can be addressed to Ann Marie Kenik at 1-847-831-5010.  Thank you.