Ministries

Welcome! Liturgical ministry is an excellent opportunity to fulfill our Baptismal call of service to one another. Our liturgies at St. Francis de Sales utilize the talents and gifts that God has given this parish community to the fullest extent. Whatever your participation, parishioner contributions help our liturgies to be truly life-giving celebrations. Please prayerfully consider joining one of these ministries. Please email the office at parishoffice@sfdsmgtn.com if you are interested in serving.

Other ministries are also an important part of helping the parish function and being mindful of our Baptism call of service.

Parishioners who assist with the distribution of the Holy Eucharist (Body and Blood of Christ) at the altar or to the sick (hospitalized or homebound). Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion must be 18 years of age, have received the Sacrament of Confirmation in the Catholic Church and, if married, must be recognized by the Church. Training is ongoing.

Readers proclaim the Word of God during the Liturgy and, when there is no Deacon present, the Universal Prayer. A reader must have a passion for Scripture, an ability to interpret and understand Scripture, and sufficient public speaking skills to proclaim the Word to the assembly. Readers are provided with a Workbook to assist with proclamation and pronunciation. Sufficient personal time is required to study and reflect on the Word in order to properly prepare for Mass.

To participate in this ministry, youth must be in the fourth grade or above and received their First Holy Communion. They should have a love of God and willingness to assist the parish community in worship. Parental support is also necessary to ensure punctuality.

Adult parishioners who serve as Ushers and Greeters are the first ministers one meets when they arrive at our parish for any celebration. Their warm, friendly smile and welcoming greeting sets the tone for the worship experience. A pleasant, outgoing personality is most important! Ministers also assist in offertory, ensure orderly flow at communion time and provide additional assistance as needed.

You can help make the celebration of Mass a beautiful reflection of our parish family’s commitment to Christ. The vibrant music ministry at St. Francis de Sales includes instrumentalists, bell ringers (children, teenagers, and adults), choir members, and cantors. If you are interested in joining, please contact Julia Pinn (juliamusicministry.sfds@gmail.com).

“The musical tradition of the universal Church is a treasure of inestimable value, greater even than that of any other art. The main reason for this pre-eminence is that, as a combination of sacred music and words, it forms a necessary or integral part of solemn liturgy.” The composition and singing of inspired psalms, often accompanied by musical instruments, were already closely linked to the liturgical celebrations of the Old Covenant. The Church continues and develops this tradition: “Address . . . one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody to the Lord with all your heart.” “He who sings prays twice.” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraph 1156)

The parish pastoral council is a consultative body for the pastor. The purpose of the Council shall be to enhance the quality of parish life and its pastoral activity. Specifically, the Council shall assist the Pastor as a prayerful consultative body in the following areas: Pastoral planning and goal setting so as to carry out the mission of the Church in our parish and extended community; Developing and implementing pastoral programs to serve the needs of St. Francis de Sales Parish; Improving pastoral services; Evaluating the effectiveness of pastoral programs by listening to the concerns of parishioners and encouraging and engaging in open communication with the entire parish community.

Current members include Beau Colligan, Julianne Everly, David Giobbia, Pam Mayo, Andrea Soccorsi, Brent Van Deysen, Carrie Wietholter, (chair) Frank Salucci, Joy Simeone. Ex-officio: Msgr. Cincinnati, Deacon Pierce.

Parish Finance Council advises the pastor on important financial matters of the parish, including preparation of annual budgets, monitoring of financial records, and analysis of financial statements and presentation of financial data to the parish and to the Diocese. It maintains vigil over the efficient and effective use and management of all parish resources through accepted business standards and values of the Gospel.

Current members include (chair)Mark Garofoli, Matt Gutta, Erik Huffman, Herman DeProspero, Jill Pazerski. Ex-officio: Msgr. Cincinnati, Janet Lawrence.

Ministry Booklet
Liturgical Ministry Schedule

CONTACT INFORMATION

Mailing Address:
1 Guthrie Lane
Morgantown, WV 26508

Hours:
M-F: 9am-5pm

Phone:
304-296-5353

Email:
parishoffice@sfdsmgtn.com

Phone:
304-296-9710

Email:
dlkmusic@comcast.net
juliamusicministry.sfds@gmail.com

Phone:
304-291-5070

STAY CONNECTED

Facebook

YouTube

USEFUL LINKS

Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston

Diocesan Office of Safe Environment

Policy for Protecting Children

VirtusOnline

Registering for a Virtus Account

Catholic Sharing Appeal

Catholic Charities West Virginia

Christian Help

Habitat for Humanity

St. Francis Central Catholic School

USCCB Daily Readings

Saint of the Day

The Holy See

Check out events happing this month at SFDS Parish!

Calendar of Events

MINISTRIES AT SAINT FRANCIS DE SALES – LEARN MORE

Weekly Mass Schedule

Sunday 8am, 10am
Monday 8:30am
Tuesday 8:30 am
Wednesday 6 pm*
Thursday 8:30 am
Friday 7:30 am
Saturday 5:15 pm

Nota Bene – Modifications to the Daily Mass schedule are noted in the bulletin. We do regularly try to post Holy Day and special Masses here, but the Church Bulletin should be regarded as the definitive schedule.

*Confirmation 2026 – Wednesday, April 22 at 6 pm (will be live-streamed as well). The normal 7 pm Mass on Wednesdays will resume on April 29

First Communion Mass #1 – Sunday, April 26 at 1 pm (will be live-streamed as well)

First Communion Mass #2 – Sunday, May 3 at 1 pm (will be live-streamed as well)

Weekday Masses are typically in the Daily Mass Chapel (enter by the side door to the left of the front entrance)

Penance & Reconciliation: Saturdays 4:00 – 4:45 pm or by appointment.

Mass Requests: To request a Mass offered for a loved one, living or deceased, please contact the Parish Office at 304-296-5353 or email parishoffice@sfdsmgtn.com

The minimum suggested amounts/stipends for these requests are: Weekday: $10 Weekend: $25; Bread, Wine, and Candle: $25

SAFE AND CONVENIENT ONLINE GIVING – LEARN MORE