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ALTAR SERVERSAt St. Robert's, girls and boys serve at the Altar of the Lord during the weekend Liturgies and at Weddings. This ministry is open to youth once they have received First Communion and have entered the fourth grade. Servers assist the priest as he celebrates Mass. Any youngster wishing to become an altar server should contact the Parish Office.(232-5600). The monthly Schedule Of Ministers and Altar Servers is reproduced on this web site for the benefit of all of the members of our parish. For the current schedule, click here
Ministers Schedule
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This ministry serves the spiritual needs of the Cherry Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center located at 2 Cherry Hill Road in Johnston. Every Sunday, a Communion Service is provided by the parish deacon and a group of dedicated lay ministers. After the service, Communion is brought to those residents unable to attend the service in the manor's gathering room. Anyone interested in assisting in this ministry should contact Deacon Joe Tumminelli or the Parish Office.
The monthly Schedule For Cherry Hill Ministers is reproduced on this web site for the benefit of all of the members of our parish. For the current schedule, click hereCherry Hill Schedule.
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Music is an integral part of the liturgies of our parish. Mr. Thomas Roy has been the Director of Music at St. Robert's since September 2000. He coordinates the music for weekly liturgies, holy days, funerals, and weddings. He plays at all weekend masses, sometimes with other musicians, and directs the parish choir and a youth choir through the year.
The Adult Choir participates at Mass from September through May. They rehearse every Tuesday evening from 7-9 PM and lead the congregation in song each Sunday at the 10:00 AM Mass. For many the choir can be an avenue to making a real connection with others in the parish. Choir members work together as a team and come to rely on one another both musically and spiritually.
Children in grades 3 and up may participate in the Youth Choir. The Youth Choir sings during Christmas and Easter. Prior to those holidays, there are 3 to 4 rehearsals in preparation for the Christmas or Easter liturgies. Children who participate in these are enthusiastic and parents and family find it very rewarding to witness their children participating in the liturgy in such a special way.
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PARISH FOOD SHELF
The parish maintains a Food Shelf for members of the local community. The Food Shelf is open on Thursday from 9 AM to 11 AM. Those seeking assistance should call (401) 231-4987 and leave information and requests.
Workers for this ministry are always needed. In addition to the weekly distribution of food, holiday baskets are made and distributed at Thanksgiving and Christmas. If you would like to volunteer for this ministry, please call the Rectory (401-232-5600) for more information.
Donations to the Food Shelf can be made by bringing nonperishable items to the church during the week or at weekend Mass. Financial donations can be mailed to the Parish Office or deposited in the collection basket at weekend Mass.
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EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
The Ministers of Holy Communion number approximately 43 men and women who serve at the weekend Masses and on Holy Days. Occasionally Holy Communion is offered in both forms. These men and women have committed themselves to minister the Eucharist to their sisters and brothers in the worship assembly. The monthly Schedule Of Ministers is reproduced on this web site for the benefit of all of the members of our parish. For the current schedule, click here
Ministers Schedule.
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These men and women bring Holy Communion to parishioners who may be confined to home due to age or illness. If you would like more information about this ministry or would like Holy Communion brought to your loved one, please call the Parish Office at 401-232-5600.
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LECTORS
The men and women of St. Robert Bellarmine who "stand up to do the reading" share in the work of Christ's church by proclaiming God's Word during the Liturgy. Just as Christ stood up to read God's Word so do they. Jesus is truly present in His Word as He carries out the mystery of salvation. His Word sanctifies us. Moreover, the Word of God unceasingly calls to mind God's Love for us. The Coordinator for the Ministers of the Word is Bill Holtman. The monthly Schedule Of Ministers is reproduced on this web site for the benefit of all of the members of our parish. For the current schedule, click here
Lectors, to see which scripture passages and psalms will be read on the date you are assigned, please refernce the Lector Sourcebook or please visit the National Conference of Catholic Bishops/US Catholic Conference web site
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MINISTERS OF THE ALTAR
Parishioners may assist at the weekend Masses in the capacity of Adult Altar Servers and Eucharistic Ministers. These individuals assist the priest in preparing the gifts during Mass, in the distribution of communion and in other ceremonial duties. They may also be called on occasionally to serve at Funeral Masses or Seasonal Liturgical Gatherings. Any adult wishing to become a Senior Server or to help serve Funeral Masses during the week should contact the Parish Office. The monthly Schedule Of Ministers is reproduced on this web site for the benefit of all of the members of our parish. For the current schedule, click here
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PARISH LIFE BOARD
This group oversees the "Life" of the Parish. They assist the Pastor in the everyday workings of parish life. It is comprised of the chairpersons of the Finance Committee, the council which oversees various projects, yearly expenses and parish income and investments; the Liturgical Committee, planners for special liturgies and for maintaining a spiritual and prayerful atmosphere in our church; the Building and Grounds Committee, volunteers with expertise in the maintenance and construction trades. They inspect, advise and recommend courses of action to keep our building and grounds in good condition; the Peace and Justice Committee, the umbrella organization for all our parish outreach work; the Music Ministry and the youth and adult Religious Formation groups.
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PRAYER LINE
Members of our parish have found that prayer is both powerful and comforting; This group of people prays for special intentions upon request. Please contact the Parish Office or the parish bulletin for contact names.
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PRO-LIFE MINISTRYA committee that serves as a connection with the Diocesan Pro-Life Office and functions as an awareness committee within the parish. They conduct flower sales during the year to benefit the Little Flower House home.
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USHERS
Each Mass on the weekend has volunteers who greet our parish family as they enter the church. They help to find seating for all attendees of the liturgy, provide a collection for budget and special Diocesan donations, and assist parish members in presenting the gifts of bread and wine at the offertory. If you would like to become an usher at mass, please call the Rectory.
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YOUTH MINISTRY
The group meets monthly for social events and spiritual formation. Special projects and fund raisers are also part of this groups activities. For further information please contact the Parish Office or the Youth Ministers on our Contact page.