WORSHIP, SOCIAL & OUTREACH MINISTRIES

Bereavement Ministry

The members of our Bereavement Ministry reach out to support those who are going through the loss of a loved one. They are present at the time of the Vigil, the Funeral Liturgy, the Committal, and in the days of grief and loss that follow. Sympathy cards are sent as well as cards honoring the anniversary of death. If you are willing to help those in their time of grief or have questions about this ministry, please contact the Parish Office at (925) 778-0768 for more information.

Church Cleaners

Each month, teams of volunteer parishioners take turns cleaning the sanctuary in preparation for our weekend liturgies. We begin at 6:00 a.m. on Saturday morning and, within two hours, the church is ready for worship. Duties include dusting, polishing the woodwork, vacuuming the carpets, attending to the Reconciliation Chapel, sweeping, mopping, cleaning the glass inserts in the church doors, and anything else that is necessary to maintain our worship facility.

Divine Mercy Apostolate

This ministry coordinates and plans for the annual observance of "Divine Mercy Sunday," Novenas, participation in the Annual Conference, EADM Cenacle Formation and Evangelization through Divine Mercy. The Chaplet of the Divine Mercy is prayed each day before the celebration of Daily Liturgies, Monday through Friday.

Pastoral Associate

Pastoral associates are members of the Pastoral Staff and work closely with other staff members and ministry leaders to ensure the pastoral, liturgical, and social needs of the parish and beyond are met. They are involved in many of the parish’s ministries. Please contact the Parish Office at (925) 778-0768 for more information.

Pastoral Care Ministry

We are called to share ourselves by visiting those who are physically suffering in hospital, retirement homes or personal residences with our presence, prayers, and Holy Communion to those who wish during times of illness in their lives. If you feel called to this ministry of presence, care, and prayer, please contact the Parish Office at (925) 778-0768 for more information.

Prayer Chain

This ministry prays for the various needs and concerns of individuals both in and beyond the parish. When requesting prayer, it is not necessary to give detailed information. Members pray for an intention or for a person. The request is then passed to the next member of the chain. Contact the Parish Office at (925) 778-0768 for more information.

Rosary Group

The Rosary is prayed daily before morning liturgy and the leadership is rotated among the members of the congregation who are present.

St. Martha's Guild

This ministry of hospitality, service, and support is offered to grieving families who are celebrating the gift of life for a loved one. As St. Martha served Jesus and His disciples, we also wish to serve grieving families at the time of the death of a loved one by coordinating the reception in our parish hall following the Funeral Liturgy Celebrating the gift of faith with family and friends is an essential part of the healing process. It is our hope to accompany the grieving family during this time of loss. Please contact the Parish Office at (925) 778-0768 for more information about this ministry.

Social Events Committee

St. Ignatius of Antioch Social Events Committee is responsible for planning and creating social events for our community. The committee plans and hosts events that promote hospitality, fellowship, and community in our parish. These events include among others Hot August Night Style, Football Fantasy, Beer 'n' Brats, and the Halloween Party. Their major projects include the annual St. Nicholas Dinner in December and the St. Joseph Festival Dinner in March. Membership is open to all parishioners.

Social Justice Outreach

Although the parish does not have a formal Social Justice Committee, St. Ignatius of Antioch participates in a number of justice and outreach projects including active support for St. Vincent de Paul, St Peter Martyr Catholic School, Contra Costa County Interfaith Council, Winter Nights emergency family shelter, Winter Nights safe parking program, Hope Solutions (formerly Contra Costa Interfaith Housing, and Relay for Life.