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Lay ministers are typically responsible for a specific area of service, such as youth ministry, social services, religious education, spirituality, liturgy, music, and outreach to the sick or elderly. Many work in parishes, while others work in diocesan offices, universities and hospitals.
Find out what's available and what interest you and Get Involved!

"The best way to find
yourself is to lose yourself
in the service of others."
"Mahatma" Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi


Become More Involved in the Liturgy: Become a Sacristan
St Hugo needs parishners who are interested in assisting our Priests/Celebrants in ensuring that our various masses, Funeral, Wedding, Special Feast Days, and weekends are properly managed. The way you do that is by becoming a Sacristan. (more)


Baby-lovin’ Volunteers Needed
Can you spare a bit of time to join our volunteers who conduct Baptism Preparation Class once a month? The time commitment would mean helping to conduct the class possibly every other month. Click here for more information.


Child Care: Christian's Place
Our parish children are a vital part of our community and future. They are special to God and need to be accepted and loved at all times. These children can enjoy spiritual fun and friendship in a safe and loving environment. It's a child care cooperative in which parents actively participate in the staffing of the room. If you love working with children and would be interested in volunteering, please contact Amy in the parish office at (248) 644-5460.(more)

Coffee & Donuts Committee 
Are you interested in Becoming Active at St. Hugo, as a Family, a couple or individual? Your parish family needs you for fellowship and service. Join our Coffee and Donut Committee. Workers are needed to set up and serve coffee and donuts on Sundays. Teenage students can earn credit hours for service. This is a great opportunity for students and parents alike. Help yourself and members of this community. Follow Christ’s example of service to others. We do need you! Your helping hands and smiling faces will be most welcome! Contact Mary Turchetti at (248) 851-0396.


Eucharistic Ministry
The Eucharistic Minister program at St. Hugo's involves approximately 200 lay ministers who assist in the distribution of Communion at all of our Sunday liturgies and holy days. Participation in this ministry offers the individual ministers a very special means of participating in the Mass. All who wish to participate in this beautiful ministry, the Eucharistic Ministry Program (EME) welcomes you in ministering the Eucharistic body and blood of Christ during the Communion Rite of the Liturgy. (more)


Family Life Ministry Program
The Family Life Committee seeks to provide for the needs of individual families within the larger parish family of St. Hugo of the Hills Parish. Do you have a desire to see your family grow in its faith in the Lord? Do you feel called to share your talents in our parish? Do you have ideas for faith-filled family activities? Then join us; all are welcome! (more)


Join the Evangelization Committee 
All parishioners at St. Hugo’s are called to evangelize. We have an Evangelization Committee to give us direction, and establish evangelization norms and strategies for the parish. If you would like to be part of this committee, please contact Bob Williams at the parish office (644-5460), to learn more about the work of this committee, and to determine your interest in becoming a member.


Ladies of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul 
The Food Pantry receives many requests every week from people needing food. We rely on your generosity to help us respond to them. If you prefer to donate cash, please drop your check in the collection basket made out to the Ladies of Charity, noting on the memo line that it is for the Hunger Barrel. (more)
 

 
New PMD Team Members Needed
Join the Pre-Marriage Discovery Team of twelve other St. Hugo married couples, under the guidance of Deacon Mike Smith and his wife Jo Ellyn. Work with the Team to coach and guide engaged couples...(more)

 
Office Assistants
The parish office is always in need of volunteers. We need some dedicated people willing to give some time to help with big mailings and stuffing Heralds! Please consider assisting. Other areas of help: answering telephones, making phone calls, and general assistance. If interested, please call Amy Fanning at the parish office (644-5460) or e-mail amyf@sthugo.org. Lunch provided for all volunteers.


Team Center Volunteers
The Team Center is a cooperative effort of congregations in the greater Birmingham / Bloomfield area to give assistance to persons in our community with emergency needs. It is staffed by volunteers from the area congregations. Volunteers typically work in two-hour shifts once a week Others are needed as substitutes. Training is provided and new volunteers work with those who have more experience and alongside the TEAM Coordinator. If interested, call (248) 594-TEAM / 594-8326. (more)


Opportunity is Knocking, Ushers are needed
Ladies and Gentlemen; do you have leadership qualities, do you like to socialize, do you enjoy the fellowship of your fellow parishioners? If so, then the Usher's Club is looking for you. If you are interested in volunteering for this high profile and very rewarding position, please see a Mass Usher Captain or any usher, to obtain an application. Openings are available for all Masses. Thank you.


Wedding Rehearsal Coordinators
Join the Wedding Rehearsal Coordinators, a group of dedicated volunteers who conduct the wedding rehearsals with the bride, groom, wedding party and parents.  The Coordinators rehearse the wedding procession, readings, lighting of the unity candle, and ... (more)


Wedding Sacristans
Please join the St. Hugo Wedding Sacristans. We serve as Liturgical  Ministers to ensure that each Sacramental Marriage celebration is a wonderful experience for our St. Hugo parishioners. We offer personalized training, ongoing support & guaranteed satisfaction as you serve your parish community! Interested? Please call: Laura Kerby (248) 642-0027.


Youth Ministry Mentors
The Mid-Hi and Hi-School Youth Groups are looking for mentors who will guide and help them grow in Christ's love. It is a year's commitment that promises to be fulfilling to both of you and both will grow from the experience. It will take a desire to want to make a difference in their lives. If you want to work with the youth group we want to talk and interview you. Please contact Magda at (248) 644-5460 ext. 234 or e-mail her at magdag@sthugo.org.

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