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                Councils and Committees

• Pastoral Council: 

We assist the Pastor in fostering pastoral activity. We seek answers to the following: “Where are we?” “Where are we going? We assist in preparing and implementing the “Parish Pastoral Plan.” 

• Finance Council 

We assist our pastor in the administration of the material goods of the parish. 

• Stewardship Committee: 

We promote stewardship as a way life. We recognize all we have, are, and will be, are gifts from our Creator. We plan and implement stewardship education in our parish.  We encourage the faithful to be more generous with their time, talent and treasure.

• Building and Planning Committee:

We are a group of volunteers whose primary role is to assist the parish’s endeavor in maintaining our facilities in a safe, clean, comfortable, and inviting environment. We also help in planning new construction and renovations whenever a need arises.

• School Board:

We oversee the educational aspects of our parish school and serve in an advisory capacity to the Pastor and School Principal.

• Parent-Teacher-Student- Guild:

We promote the welfare of our students in home, school, church and community.  
Through this united effort, we strive to secure for each child the highest advantages in spiritual, academic,
social, emotional and physical development.

                      Prophetic Ministry
                                              Religious Education/Faith Formation

    Sacramental Preparation:

•   Infant Baptism:

Baptism is the first Sacrament of Initiation and the beginning of a life-long journey.  Infant Baptism sessions are held every other month, with Baptism to follow on the fourth weekend of that month.  Interested parents and godparents must attend three Baptism Preparation Sessions.

•   First Reconciliation/First Communion:

Prepares children at the age of reason (7 years) and older to join the larger faith community to feast at the table of our Lord.

•   Confirmation:

The goal of Confirmation is to lead persons, high school age and older, to a closer relationship with Christ so to better live as disciples in the Church and the larger community. High School Confirmation is currently a two year program.
[Original Order:  We are currently in Phase 2 of all Diocesan Parishes fully initiating children age 7 and older with the Sacrament of Confirmation.  The program will be fully implemented in our parish in 2019].

•   RCIA—Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults 

For adults who are not Catholic, (but have an interest in becoming Catholic), baptized Catholic, (but not brought up in the Catholic faith), interested in learning more about the Catholic faith. Interested persons are instructed in Catholic doctrine and practices to enable them to discern better the call of God to conversion of life. This includes the preparation for the Sacraments of Initiation, Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist.  

•   RCIC—Rite of Christian Initiation for Children:

For children age 7 or older who are not Catholic, (but have an interest in becoming Catholic), baptized Catholic, (but not brought up in the Catholic faith), or for anyone (including non-practicing Catholics) interested in learning more about the Catholic faith.  Interested persons are instructed in Catholic doctrine and practices to enable them to discern better the call of God to conversion of life.  This includes the preparation for the Sacraments of Initiation, Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist.  The usual length of preparation is between one to two years.

• Catechists:

We are a group of volunteers who have a basic understanding of Catholic teaching, Scripture and Catholic Tradition.  We maintain honest and caring relationships with young people in our parish and keep current on effective teaching techniques and strategies.
Catechists are trained and mentored. 
Catechists are duly commissioned.

• Sunday Kids Word:

Children are dismissed after the opening prayer of Mass to go to the Day Chapel and experience the Good News of our Lord Jesus Christ through teaching, activities, and stories that are age-appropriate for their level.

• Religious Education Program—Kinder to Grade 8:

The Religious Education Program is lectionary based and encourages children to live the Sunday Gospel message.  The program is intended to children kinder to grade 8 who attend public or non-Catholic schools, although Catholic school children are also invited to attend.

• Comprehensive Youth Ministry—Middle to High School

[Saint Anthony Parish will be moving towards Comprehensive Youth Ministry with the implementation of Original Order in our parish].

• Parish Youth Ministry—Grades 9 and above:

The Comprehensive Youth Ministry program aims to empower the youth in our parish community to live as Disciples of Christ by offering teens a venue for gathering with their peers to share their faith and have fun in a supportive atmosphere. Gatherings are in the parish Hall on Wednesdays from 7:00-8:30 p.m.

• Adult Faith Formation/Scrub Bucket Ministry:

Designed to educate, evangelize, and to serve in assisting adults, young and old alike, to deepen their relationship with the Lord through various enrichment opportunities.  Speakers present various topics related to the life and teachings of the Church.

• Fruit of the Vine—Bible Study:

We are a group of parishioners who meet every Tuesday evening beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Makai Room to read and reflect on the Sunday readings of the Catholic Lectionary in preparation for the Sunday Liturgy.  Scripture study participants gain a greater knowledge of Scripture, by combining prayer, scripture study, reflection and group sharing.

• Women Walking with Jesus:

We are a Scripture-Prayer Group open to all women in the parish.  We meet every Monday morning in the Makai Room from 9:00-10:30 a.m., to study and reflect on books in the Bible that will inspire us to deepen our relationship with Jesus and His Church, and to support each other in our faith and in friendship.

                      Priestly Ministry
                           Liturgical Ministries

• Ministry of Altar Servers: 

Boys and girls who are mature enough and have already received their first Holy Communion.  Duties include assisting the priests and deacons in the celebration of the Holy Eucharist, liturgical and spiritual activities.  [email protected]
Altar servers must be trained and mentored. 
Altar servers are duly commissioned.
Arts and Environment: 
Liturgical celebrations are a celebration of God’s saving deeds.  The liturgical climate should be one of awe, mystery, wonder, thanksgiving, and praise.
We acknowledge that the beautiful is related to the holy and therefore we prepare the liturgical space and place of worship leading to emphasize the holiness of all liturgical celebrations. 

• Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: 

We assist the priests and deacons by distributing the body and blood of our Lord in the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. Eucharistic Ministers must have received the sacraments of initiation which are Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist.
Contact: Gary Higgins 808-235-3283​
Eucharistic Ministers must participate in training, mentoring and formation.
Extraordinary Ministers are duly commissioned.

• Lectors: 

We proclaim the sacred Word of God at Mass. Lectors must have received the sacraments of initiation which are Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist.
Lectors are mandated to participate in a basic bible seminar, spiritual formation and other necessary training. 
Lectors are duly commissioned.

• Sacristans: 

We diligently arrange the liturgical books needed for the celebration of the Mass. We lay out the vestments and sacred vessels that are necessary for the celebrations such as cruets, chalices, ciboria, linens, oils, processional crosses and candles. We take care of all aspects of liturgical celebrations and are trained to understand the intricacies of all liturgical celebrations.  We ensure the observance of silence in the sacristy. (GIRM, no. 105a). 

Ushers/Hospitality Greeters:

• Before Mass begins:

‘E Komo Mai! We are the ministry that welcomes and assist the faithful! Our goal is to create an atmosphere of reverence, hospitality and parishioner comfort in our church. Our mission is to serve, love, and to convey in a Christ-like manner, the spirit of Ohana, welcoming the faithful to Mass in an environment of hospitality.  We are responsible for the distribution of informational handouts and envelopes for treasure collections.  We present visitors to our worshipping community with a shell lei.

• During the Mass:  

We are alert for any situations that would distract from the celebration of the Mass.  We pass the collection baskets, select parishioners to assist and facilitate the offering of the bread and wine during the presentation of the gifts, and count Mass attendance.  We assist the priests, deacons and extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion by pointing out those who cannot proceed through the communion line.  We gather the treasure collection bowl and join in the procession for the conclusion of Mass.

• After the Mass:

After mass, we place the treasure collection into bank deposit bags, following Diocesan guidelines.  We stand by the church doors to distribute the weekly parish bulletin or any other handouts to parishioners. We also straighten up all the chairs, collect trash in the church, put hymnals in their proper places, pick up articles left behind, and raise kneelers to prepare for the next Mass.

• Music Ministry:

Our primary function is to lead the faithful to a more meaningful and deep liturgical celebration. We invite others in our community to share their talents and gifts in singing and playing instruments. 
Music ministers must attend a mandatory training, formation, and mentoring that are provided throughout the year. 
 Contact: Kepa Stern 808-266-2222 Ext 19 

                     Kingly Ministry
                                                                   Social Ministries

• Basic Christian Community of Hawaii:

A lay movement designed to facilitate retreat weekends and small groups to study, support, and to know and understand Jesus’ message under the spiritual direction of the Benedictine Community in Hawaii.

• Boy Scouts:

Saint Anthony Church has sponsored Boy Scout Troop 223 since 1951.  The Boy Scout program is organized and led by the boys in our parish community ages 11 to 18 years of age.

• Cub Scouts:

The Cub Scouts are sponsored by the parish school and run by parents and other adults.  The Cub Scout program is open to boys in grades kinder through fifth grade.

• Girl Scouts:

The Girl Scouts are sponsored by the parish school and run by parents and other adults.  The Saint Anthony Girl Scouts Troop #885 is open to all girls in grades kinder to fifth grade.  The mission of the program is to develop girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.  As a girl scout, there are lots of ways to have fun, make friends, and do things that have a positive impact on your life, school, and our world.

• Cards of Faith Ministry:

We are a group of parishioners who design and write cards for those who are homebound, in the hospital, or just needing some spiritual encouragement, thus linking them to the life of our parish community. “Sharing God’s love through Cards of Faith.”   [email protected]

• Collection Counters: 

We are responsible volunteers who count and record collections from our faithful community after weekend masses.

• Family Promise:  

We are a group of volunteers who work with our parish and community resources to aid families with children experiencing homelessness.  We provide a temporary safe-haven for families while they transition to sustainable independence.

• Outreach Volunteer: 

We are volunteers who assist the needy of our community by providing food and clothing.  We operate the Thrift Shop and funds collected support our ministry.

• Respite for Caregivers of the Frail and Elderly: 

We are volunteers who provide respite to caregivers. This often involves staying with the client while the caregiver goes out.  We also assist, when we can, with rides to appointments or to church.

• Hospital and Homebound Visits: 

We make meaningful visits to the ill and homebound, and to their families and caregivers. We bring the Word of Christ and Holy Eucharist to those who are unable to attend mass, thus linking them to the life of the parish community.
We are duly commissioned.

• IHS Ministry:

We are volunteers that meet on the first Thursday of each month.  We go to the IHS Homeless shelter in Honolulu to cook a chili dinner for the guests there.  We leave Kailua at 2:15 p.m. and return by 7:30 p.m.

• Knights of Columbus:

We are a fraternal order of Catholic men 18 years and older who provide support for the Church and various charities.  Our Council #6307 includes the parishes of Saint Anthony and Saint John Vianney of Kailua.

• Welcoming Committee: 

We contact new parishioners, welcome them, answer their questions, and meet them at weekend Masses.  We strive to make newcomers feel welcome and to be active members in our worshipping community.

• Hospitality/O’hana Sunday: 

We encourage fellowship and a welcoming spirit within our church community. We serve refreshments after weekend masses on the fourth Sunday of each month.
Contact: Fred and Fran Hackbarth 808-261-2165

• Bereavement Ministry:

Upon notification of a death of a loved one, we reach out to “comfort the sorrowing.” We assist our Priests as they plan for funerals, wakes, and burials.

• Altar Linens:

We launder soiled linens used in the Mass and other liturgical activities. We wash, iron, fold and put these linens into their designated place in the sacristy.

• Baby Sitting During the Mass: 

During the 6:30 and 8:30am Masses, we care for the children four years and under.   We provide support for the parents so that they may fully participate during the celebration of the Holy Eucharist.

• Josefinos: 

We are a group of volunteers who tend to the minor day to day repairs and maintenance of the parish.

• Prison Ministry:

We share Christ’s love with female inmates at the Kailua Women’s Prison (WCCC).  Weekly volunteer opportunities include participating with other parishioners and inmates in the Sunday 8:00-9:00 a.m. Communion/Prayer Service and/or 9:00-10:30 a.m. Bible Study.  If you are a good listener you might consider “1 on 1” (meeting with an inmate for an hour weekly to discuss how God is working in her life).  Volunteer opportunities are also available at the Federal Detention Center, Halawa, and OCCC.  
Contact: Rita Clare Hall 808-218-4736​

• Respect Life Ministry: 

We are a group of volunteers who proclaim that human life is a precious gift from God:  that each person who receives this gift has responsibilities towards God, self, and others:  and that society through its laws and social institutions must protect and nurture human life at every stage of its existence.

• Serra Club of Honolulu:

We support our priests, deacons and avowed religious, and encourage those who aspire to these vocations, and support our own personal spiritual growth.

• Society of Saint Vincent de Paul:

We are an international lay organization in Hawaii since 1966.  We offer assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis through intervention, consultation, direct dollar or in-kind service.  We are consistent and complementary to our Outreach Program.

•  Church Cleaning Ministry:

We are a group of volunteers who help in the cleaning of the Church.

•   Marthas (Event Preparation Ministry):

We are men and women volunteers who help in preparing and restoring the venues of different parish activities.

Revised:  October, 2016