Ministries

Mission Statement The Altar Server’s primary role is to assist the celebrant during Mass so that the liturgy may be conducted with reverence and dignity. The Altar Server Ministry teaches responsibility, humility, and an appreciation for the Mass while developing a sense of participation in parish life and a love for the church’s liturgical life.…

Mission Statement Christian Service provides assistance to parish families in time of special need. Volunteers telephone a homebound parishioner to help alleviate the feeling of isolation.  Telephone Buddies – Telephone an ill or homebound parishioner to help alleviate the feeling of isolation. CONTACT: Olga Miranda

Mission Statement Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion bring the Body of Christ to parishioners that are unable to attend Sunday Mass. CONTACT: Cindy Murray (714) 974-1416

Mission Statement Youth Ministry enriches our high school teens in a dynamic environment, focusing on three aspects of Catholic life: spiritual, service, and social. CONTACT: Youth Ministry Office (714) 971-8307 [email protected] For more information about our programs and registration, please visit our FAQ page About Our Programs Adult Volunteers – this section is for you!…

Mission Statement The Cursillo, as an instrument of renewal for Christians, provides the environment through which one’s own spirituality may be developed, lived and share. The process is initiated with a weekend retreat consisting of a series of talks by religious and lay persons, Mass and fellowship within the Christian community.  Following the Cursillo retreat,…

Mission Statement To encourage and promote increased awareness and reverence for the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist, in our parish, our community and throughout the world. CONTACT: Joel Oakford (714) 974-1416

Mission Statement Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (Eucharistic Ministers) are fully initiated, practicing Catholics who serve our parish community by assisting the clergy with the distribution of the Body and Blood of Christ during celebrations of the Mass. Serving as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion should increase one’s desire to learn more about our…

Mission Statement The Family Assistance program is a charitable service designed to provide temporary assistance to families throughout north Orange County who need some form of financial support. The program’s primary mission is to provide rental assistance to low income, working families who have encountered an unexpected situation that temporarily affects their ability to meet…

Mission Statement The mission of the Filipino Ministry is to support and serve our parish, promote and foster our Filipino cultural heritage in unity and fellowship with one another, and grow in our love for God and in service to our community. Vision The vision of the Filipino Ministry is to be a positive and…

Mission Statement The San Antonio de Padua Food Pantry Ministry is a charitable ministry of service to families who are in need of food throughout local and surrounding communities. It is the goal of our service ministry to provide support and compassion to those we serve by continuing God’s work of sharing “thy gifts from…

Mission Statement To provide an emotionally safe environment where the bereaved may express their grief freely without judgement. To offer care , comfort and fellowship to individuals who are grieving  the loss of a loved one. The Grief Support Group meets on the first and third Saturdays of each month at 9:00 am in Conference…

Mission Statement The Hospitality Ministers are the face of San Antonio de Padua. They ensure that attending Mass is an enjoyable and inviting experience for all by welcoming parishioners as they walk into the church. Hospitality ministers assist parishioners with seating, take up the collections, distribute bulletins after Mass, and help manage emergency situations. CONTACT:…