Ministry in the Church

Ministry is at the heart of every church. It refers to the work of serving and meeting the needs of the congregation and the community. Ministry is not just something that pastors or church leaders do; it is something that every believer is called to do.

At Epiphany, there are over 40 different types of ministry. Some people are called to serve in leadership positions such as Pastors, Staff Members, embers of the Pastoral Council or Senior Leadership Team, or Ministry Leaders. Others are called to serve in more practical ways such as outreach, hospitality, or music ministry. The important thing is not the position one holds but the willingness to serve wherever there is a need.

Ministry in the church is not limited to the walls of the church building; it extends to the community. Epiphany should be a shining light in the community, meeting the needs of those who are hurting and in need of hope. This can be done through programs such as our Hunger Sunday feeding program, our outreach to the homebound through the Legion of Mary, and numerous spiritual programs offered to the Gramercy neighborhood.

As believers, we are called to imitate the life of Christ, who came not to be served but to serve (Mark 10:45). Ministry in the church is an opportunity for us to follow in his footsteps and make a difference in the lives of others.

Liturgy means public service: in other words, that which we do publicly in service to God’s Church and God’s people. Liturgical ministry is an excellent opportunity to fulfill your baptismal call of service to one another.

Our liturgies utilize the talents and gifts that God has given this community to the fullest extent. Whether participation is through “behind the scenes” preparation and planning or through a public role of service within the Mass, parishioner contributions help our liturgies to be truly life-giving celebrations.