Hospitality Ministry

Our goal is to have every person who comes through the St. Louise Parish church doors feel connected with our parish family. By welcoming each person in a positive, friendly, and spiritual manner, we help create a warm spiritually healthy parish environment that shows “We are happy that you have come.” Our goal is for everyone who enters St. Louise Parish to feel welcomed and loved.

We strive to provide an atmosphere of acceptance, especially for all of our first-time guests without ignoring our parishioners. Being greeted at the door becomes a visitor’s or parishioner’s first contact upon arriving for the Eucharistic Celebration, and shows that the Eucharist Celebration is a communal activity and everyone has a place at the table.

Criteria:
Registered member of St. Louise Parish
All are welcome to serve including children accompanied by their parents
Attend orientation and training
Welcoming smile, dependable and responsible

Length of Service:
Annual recommitment

Team Functions:

• To meet and greet each person as they enter the door of St. Louise Parish to participate in Mass and hand out bulletins
• To have everyone feel welcomed and loved
• Provide an atmosphere of hospitality and acceptance
• Help folks find a seat and also usher at communion
• Greet each person after Mass is over as they are leaving
• Ensure we follow correct cash handling procedures to deposit donations bags at the end of Mass

Service Commitment:
Arrive 30 minutes before Mass to greet and 10 minutes after Mass
Find a replacement if unable to serve

Hospitality ministry instructions Jan 2025