FACILITIES SERVICES

Facilities Services is the ministry responsible for the maintenance of the structure and systems of our Church, the rectory, the parish center and all of the surrounding Church grounds.  From painting to
plumbing, lawn care to snow removal, carpentry to electrical;  all the kinds of upkeep one might do on 
one's home is just as necessary here at our parish home.  Should you enjoy a particular type of work in
your spare time, or have a skill that you are willing to share with this key ministry, our Church
property requires constant care.

Coordinator – Paul Desmond              Call Rectory         781-293-7971



PARISH FINANCE COUNCIL

The mission of the Parish Finance Council, under the leadership of the Pastor, is to develop and
evolve self sufficient financial management strategy needed to achieve operational and growth
goals of the parish, while also supporting parish obligations to the Archdiocese and the
universal Church.  It is responsible for developing financial procedures and controls, overseeing construction projects and promoting stewardship in giving.  As required by Canon Law, the Council 
reports annually on the parish financial condition to the parish community

Chairman – Stephen Curley          Call Rectory            781-293-7971



PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL
  role, responsibilities and operation of the Parish Pastoral Council are defined by the Archdiocese.
Parish Pastoral Council membership is composed of the pastor and appointed pastoral staff, together
with both appointed and parish elected community members.  Meetings are normally held each month
from September thru June and are open to all parishioners.  Members serve three year  terms with annual parish elections for one third of the council

Chairman – James Keegan              Call Rectory             781-293-7971



PROTECTING GOD'S CHILDREN PROGRAM

We are committed to ensure the safety and protection of our children from sexual abuse.  The foundation of our program is a mandatory training session required of adults who interact with Our Lady of the Lake Children.  This program raises the awareness and capability of parish adults in contact with our children in methods demonstrated to protect them from sexual abuse.  Participants also learn to recognize warning signs that could indicate abuse and how to communicate concerns.   It empowers all of us to be protectors of children.  Training is offered yearly here at Our Lady of the Lake as well as
at St. Joseph The Worker.

Chairman – Cheryl Hunnewell               Call Rectory                 781-293-7971



OFFERTORY COUNTERS

To sort, count, verify and deposit weekly offertory collections.  We have a counting team with three counters.  Counting is performed per a formal “Parish Counting Procedure”, designed to provide a common consistent approach and ensure complete accuracy for all teams.   

Chairman – Barbara Watts and Lois Lasdow             Call Rectory            781-293-7971



RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

For the ongoing formation of all parish members in Catholic faith and life, in the understanding of Sacred Scriptures and tradition, and in the active participation in the life and mission of the Church.
Religious Education classes are provided in grades 1 through 9, with preparation for the Sacraments
of Reconciliation and Eucharist in Grade 2 and for Confirmation in Grades 8 & 9.  Parental
sessions on these sacraments are also held in connection with their children's preparation.    All
adults working with children are required to attend the Protecting God's Children Program and must
also submit a CORI form.

Coordinator – Margaret Jane Schneider            781-294-4571



ALTAR SERVERS

Altar Servers provide a visible and honored contribution to the dignity of processions and worship liturgy, assisting the celebrant during Mass and in some of the preparations for it.  Boys and girls of our
parish, from those finishing 2nd grade through high school, even as adults, are invited to serve God by
assisting the Pastor and other ministers as Altar Servers.  Training and robes are provided.  Assignments are worked out among the group of Altar Servers to support the regular parish schedule of Masses, as well as special liturgical celebrations during Advent, Lent, Easter Triduum and for various Holy Days.
Altar Servers may also serve at weddings and funerals.

Coordinator – Cheryl Hunnewell                  781-293-7971



EXTRA ORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION

Extra Ordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are fully initiated members of the laity who serve the parish community by assisting the priest in the distribution of Holy Communion to those assembled at Mass.  With great reverence for the Most Holy Eucharist, these ministers have the privilege of bringing the body, blood and love of Christ into the hearts of their brothers and sisters of faith.

Coordinator – Larissa Curley                     Call Rectory                 781-293-7971




LECTORS

To serve our brothers and sisters in faith by clearly spoken, careful reading of the Sacred Word at Mass and on other special occasions.  Readings for Masses usually consist of one reading from the Old
Testament, and another from the New Testament.  

Coordinator – Donna Brown                    Call Rectory                 781-293-7971



LITURGICAL MUSIC

The mission of Liturgical Music is to enhance the liturgy with beautiful sacred music for the greater glory of God.  This mission is carried out through our Choir, which focuses on leading the
congregation in songs and responses.  Our repertoire contains both contemporary and traditional Christian music.  The Choir is open to teens in grade 7 and beyond, and men and women of the parish.  The only requirements are a weekly commitment to sing at liturgies, the ability to sing on key, and a love of learning and singing music.  Our season goes from September thru June, and weekly
rehearsals are held on Sundays, following the 7:30 a.m. Mass.  The Choir sings at the 7:30 a.m Mass
and at other Eucharistic celebrations.  

Ministers of Music – Cory Winters, Christine Patenaude, Keith Baker, Vivian Cardinal and
Donald Kelly



USHERS

Ushers ensure a welcoming presence and orderly seating for people entering the Church.  They tally attendance, collect the collections and distribute bulletins.  They assist at special liturgies.  Ushers serve at all regularly scheduled weekend Masses and at special Masses during the Easter and Christmas seasons, some times handling overflow crowds.



ST VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY

Is a worldwide Christian community, following Christ through service to those in need, regardless of religious, ethnic or social backgrounds, health, gender or political opinions.  We have a great food pantry, that operates on the second and last Saturdays of the month.  It is open from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Chairman – Stephen Curley                  Call Rectory                      781-293-7971



GIVING TREE

Is for those who need assistance during the holiday season.  A tree is placed in Church, adorned with many ornaments, listed items to purchase written on them.  There is a return date to bring your gift back to the Church, gifts are sorted by family, and dispensed to needy family.

Chairman – Joan Gerhard                    781-294-4004



BEREAVEMENT

To provide consolation to bereaved parishioners, to participate in and help with the vigil, funeral and committal.  A colation is provided over in our parish center for the family to gather for some light refreshment.

Chairman – Laura Sullivan                 Call Rectory                    781-293-7971



SOCIAL COMMITTEE

To provide the parish with its numerous social and charitable events held at Our Lady Of The Lake.
Some events are:  Sunday Morning Breakfasts, Roast Beef Dinners, Lenten Chowders, Parish Flea Market, Golf Tournaments, Bazaars, etc.  Any upcoming event is noted in the parish bulletin.

Chairman – Laura Sullivan                      Call Rectory                 781-293-7971



PIZZA & PRAYER

Where the youth of the parish come together to worship the LORD, share experiences or any questions they might have, and have pizza to top off the evening.  Pizza & Prayer meets on Monday evenings at 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Chairman – Deacon Kevin Winn