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Eucharistic Ministers:   The Eucharistic Ministers assist in administering the Holy Eucharist during Mass.  Some Eucharistic Ministers also bring the Eucharist to the sick and elderly who are confined to hospitals, rest homes, or their homes. 

Ministers of  Hospitality:  These volunteers welcome everyone to the church as they arrive for Mass.  They help with seating and the smooth distribution of the sacraments.  They prepare the church for the Mass, assist with the collections, hand out missalettes as needed and help straighten the church after Mass.  These men and women are volunteers try to help the priest when needed, assist in case of emergencies, and maintain the dignity and sanctity of the services in the church.

Lectors:  The lectors are trained women and men who assist the celebrant by proclaiming and bringing the Word of God to all those present at Mass.

Altar Servers:  Qualified women, men, and children may be trained to be altar servers.  They assist the celebrant at the altar during ceremonies, such as Masses, weddings, funerals, and the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. 

Choir:  There are three choirs that sing during the Spanish Masses.  The choirs help the congregation to participate at Mass and liturgies through singing and musical accompaniment.

Bible Study:  The Bible Study group meets weekly at St. Justin Martyr Parish to read and study the Bible, and to bring a greater appreciation and understanding of scripture and Catholic literature. 

Jovenes Para Cristo (Youth for Christ): This group is one of the largest in the Hispanic community, and is formed of youth and adults of all ages.  They meet two times a month:  Mondays from 7:30-9:30 p.m. and Fridays from 7:00-9:00 p.m.  The purpose of their organization is to enrich their spirituality and invites everyone to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ.