Ushers and Greeters are called to be Ministers of Hospitality. They are entrusted with promoting a sense of welcoming and belonging to all the faithful assembled for worship. They are the first point of contact for the communal celebration of the Liturgy and because of this, should take special steps in being living representatives of the Parish Mission Statement. Ministers of Hospitality minister to the entire community in a very active way. By freeing each person of their own personal impediments to the Mass through a welcoming atmosphere, ministers of hospitality take an active role in enabling each person to come to a freer expression of God in the Liturgy.
In general, ushers carry the responsibility for the following:
- Seating those assembled for Liturgy and especially taking special efforts to seat the faithful during the natural breaks in the Mass.
- Attending to the needs of the disabled through such things as holding doors open, or locating non sloped areas places for wheelchairs and walkers.
- Making sure that the gifts of bread and wine are in their proper places before Mass and asking members of the assembly to bring forth the gifts at the Offertory.
- Collecting tithes and offerings.
- Assisting the handicapped in receiving Holy Communion as well as facilitating the Communion procession.
- Offering the parish bulletin to the faithful as they exit the church.
People’s impression of a parish is significantly shaped by the presence or absence of a welcoming atmosphere where they come to worship. Offering a smile and a word of welcome can have a profound impact on people as they arrive.
Men and women are welcome to apply to be ushers. If you are interested on becoming an usher you can contact our Sacristan Janie Benitez at 713-817-5563 or email the Parish Office at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.