Celebration of LifeIf a family member or friend has passed and you would like to schedule a Funeral Mass, Prayer Service or Graveside Service, please EMAIL US or call the emergency line @ 612-703-7570.
PLEASE NOTE that although the Covid-19 crisis has affected our services, we are still having Funerals and are able to accommodate most wishes. Please contact us for more details. |
MinistriesOur Bereavement Ministries are carried out by dedicated volunteers who offer comfort and support as well as food and environment to allow your families to come together to both grieve and celebrate your loved one's life. If you are interested in serving in any of the following ministries, please EMAIL US.
- Funeral Luncheon Workers - Funeral Ushers - Pastoral Care Volunteers |
ResourcesAre you curious and longing for more? Great! God may be pulling you towards connecting with His Church. If so, click below and we can help you take those first steps and walk with you.
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Funeral Ministers Portal
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JOB DESCRIPTIONS:
Funeral Lunch Coordinator (Rotating Position) (4-8 hours per Funeral):
This person is responsible for coordinating volunteers, working with the office to ensure food is ordered/stocked and all supplies are ready for the luncheon. They would supervise all shifts of workers, ensuring health and safety guidelines are followed. This person would likely be putting in several hours per funeral from pre-planning to the actual luncheon. Ideally we would have a rotation of several Funeral Lunch Coordinators. Extensive training would be provided for this position. This minister will be on their feet much of the time on the day of the funeral.
Setup Worker (1-2 hours per Funeral):
Setting and decorating of tables. Setting up of buffet line tables. This minister will be on their feet for 1-2 hours. No heavy lifting required, carts provided.
Food Prep and Serving (3-4 hours per funeral):
Helps prepare pre-cooked food (e.g. meat, salads, relishes, beverages and desserts). Food prep workers will be trained and supervised by the funeral lunch coordinator in the safe handling of food as well as all cooking procedures. This position requires lifting (e.g. pans, filled steam table trays, filled serving bowls, etc..) as well as a lot of time on your feet.
Cleanup Crew (2-3 hours per funeral):
Using rolling carts, this person will help bus tables, spot spray tablecloths and wash dishes. Put away decorations and box extra food for the family to take home. Training will be provided in safe sanitation procedures. This is a moderately physical position that requires you be on your feet most of the time.
Dishwasher Operator (1-2 hours):
One to two persons per large funeral will also be needed to run the mechanical dishwasher. This is a labor-intensive job that requires lifting, bending and standing for entire shift. Training will be provided on the dishwasher machine and safe sanitation procedures.
Funeral Lunch Coordinator (Rotating Position) (4-8 hours per Funeral):
This person is responsible for coordinating volunteers, working with the office to ensure food is ordered/stocked and all supplies are ready for the luncheon. They would supervise all shifts of workers, ensuring health and safety guidelines are followed. This person would likely be putting in several hours per funeral from pre-planning to the actual luncheon. Ideally we would have a rotation of several Funeral Lunch Coordinators. Extensive training would be provided for this position. This minister will be on their feet much of the time on the day of the funeral.
Setup Worker (1-2 hours per Funeral):
Setting and decorating of tables. Setting up of buffet line tables. This minister will be on their feet for 1-2 hours. No heavy lifting required, carts provided.
Food Prep and Serving (3-4 hours per funeral):
Helps prepare pre-cooked food (e.g. meat, salads, relishes, beverages and desserts). Food prep workers will be trained and supervised by the funeral lunch coordinator in the safe handling of food as well as all cooking procedures. This position requires lifting (e.g. pans, filled steam table trays, filled serving bowls, etc..) as well as a lot of time on your feet.
Cleanup Crew (2-3 hours per funeral):
Using rolling carts, this person will help bus tables, spot spray tablecloths and wash dishes. Put away decorations and box extra food for the family to take home. Training will be provided in safe sanitation procedures. This is a moderately physical position that requires you be on your feet most of the time.
Dishwasher Operator (1-2 hours):
One to two persons per large funeral will also be needed to run the mechanical dishwasher. This is a labor-intensive job that requires lifting, bending and standing for entire shift. Training will be provided on the dishwasher machine and safe sanitation procedures.
VDS Operator (1.5 hours):
Run the Slideshow during the Liturgy. Comfort with MS Powerpoint/Computers and video system. Extensive training will be provided.
Funeral Sacristan (2 hours):
Responsible for all liturgical setup. Helps coordinate any additional Liturgical Ministers (e.g. Gift Bearers, Lectors, Servers, etc…)
Usher/Greater (2.5 hours):
Greet family and guests for both visitation and Funeral Mass. Be available to answer any questions the family has.
Funeral Lunch Coordinator (Rotating Position) (4-8 hours per Funeral):
This person is responsible for coordinating volunteers, working with the office to ensure food is ordered/stocked and all supplies are ready for the luncheon. They would supervise all shifts of workers, ensuring health and safety guidelines are followed. This person would likely be putting in several hours per funeral from pre-planning to the actual luncheon. Ideally we would have a rotation of several Funeral Lunch Coordinators. Extensive training would be provided for this position. This minister will be on their feet much of the time on the day of the funeral.
Setup Worker (1-2 hours per Funeral):
Setting and decorating of tables. Setting up of buffet line tables. This minister will be on their feet for 1-2 hours. No heavy lifting required, carts provided.
Food Prep and Serving (3-4 hours per funeral):
Helps prepare pre-cooked food (e.g. meat, salads, relishes, beverages and desserts). Food prep workers will be trained and supervised by the funeral lunch coordinator in the safe handling of food as well as all cooking procedures. This position requires lifting (e.g. pans, filled steam table trays, filled serving bowls, etc..) as well as a lot of time on your feet.
Cleanup Crew (2-3 hours per funeral):
Using rolling carts, this person will help bus tables, spot spray tablecloths and wash dishes. Put away decorations and box extra food for the family to take home. Training will be provided in safe sanitation procedures. This is a moderately physical position that requires you be on your feet most of the time.
Dishwasher Operator (1-2 hours):
One to two persons per large funeral will also be needed to run the mechanical dishwasher. This is a labor-intensive job that requires lifting, bending and standing for entire shift. Training will be provided on the dishwasher machine and safe sanitation procedures.
Funeral Lunch Coordinator (Rotating Position) (4-8 hours per Funeral):
This person is responsible for coordinating volunteers, working with the office to ensure food is ordered/stocked and all supplies are ready for the luncheon. They would supervise all shifts of workers, ensuring health and safety guidelines are followed. This person would likely be putting in several hours per funeral from pre-planning to the actual luncheon. Ideally we would have a rotation of several Funeral Lunch Coordinators. Extensive training would be provided for this position. This minister will be on their feet much of the time on the day of the funeral.
Setup Worker (1-2 hours per Funeral):
Setting and decorating of tables. Setting up of buffet line tables. This minister will be on their feet for 1-2 hours. No heavy lifting required, carts provided.
Food Prep and Serving (3-4 hours per funeral):
Helps prepare pre-cooked food (e.g. meat, salads, relishes, beverages and desserts). Food prep workers will be trained and supervised by the funeral lunch coordinator in the safe handling of food as well as all cooking procedures. This position requires lifting (e.g. pans, filled steam table trays, filled serving bowls, etc..) as well as a lot of time on your feet.
Cleanup Crew (2-3 hours per funeral):
Using rolling carts, this person will help bus tables, spot spray tablecloths and wash dishes. Put away decorations and box extra food for the family to take home. Training will be provided in safe sanitation procedures. This is a moderately physical position that requires you be on your feet most of the time.
Dishwasher Operator (1-2 hours):
One to two persons per large funeral will also be needed to run the mechanical dishwasher. This is a labor-intensive job that requires lifting, bending and standing for entire shift. Training will be provided on the dishwasher machine and safe sanitation procedures.
VDS Operator (1.5 hours):
Run the Slideshow during the Liturgy. Comfort with MS Powerpoint/Computers and video system. Extensive training will be provided.
Funeral Sacristan (2 hours):
Responsible for all liturgical setup. Helps coordinate any additional Liturgical Ministers (e.g. Gift Bearers, Lectors, Servers, etc…)
Usher/Greater (2.5 hours):
Greet family and guests for both visitation and Funeral Mass. Be available to answer any questions the family has.
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The Church of St. Gerard Majella
9600 Regent Avenue North Brooklyn Park, MN 55443 Phone: 763-424-8770 Fax: 763-424-4327 Weekend Service Times Saturday 5:00PM (English) Sunday: 8:00am (Vietnamese) Sunday 9:30AM (English) Sunday 11:00AM (English) |
