MACH1

Parish Grouping

Associations

- After the Ministries of Word and the Sacraments, hospitality is one of the most important activities in the Church. Hospitality is not simply or primarily about serving cookies or meals at parish gatherings. Nor is hospitality the responsibility of only a few people. It involves everyone in one way or another—from those welcoming to those being assistied; from those serving to those being served. By experiencing true hospitality, parishioners and guests find a place of belonging and care among the members of the parish. Hospitality is part of our history as a parish. Looking forward, we want to further incorporate this vision of hospitality into everything we do.
- Ushers
  
  The work of ushers is the oldest lay apostolate in the Catholic Church. The ushers of today have descended from a long line of people of God who have gone before them. During the time of Christ, the doorkeepers of the temple numbered in the hundreds and were the forerunners of today's ushers.
  
  An usher helps parishioners to find seats, assist with the offertory collection and gift procession as well as supervise the safety and other needs of the congregation.
  
  This apostolate is open to all parishioners 18 and older; men and women; senior citizen, parent and teenager. Ushers are friendly people who welcome all ages and nationalities. Their faith enables them to see Christ's presence in individuals and in the gathered community of believers. Ushers are honest and dependable. They can handle emergency situations with courage and composure. They carry a dignity about themselves, even when performing menial tasks.
  
  For more information or to volunteer, call please call the parish office.
- Greeters
  
  Being a greeter involves more than just standing at the door and shaking people's hands as they enter the church. First Corinthians 12:28 refers to it as those who help fulfill the need of making those who come through the doors of St. Titus feel at home.
  
  The responsibility of a greeter is to help all who come to worship feel joy, sincerity, importance, peace and comfort when they enter the doors of our church. Most of all, greeters help all to feel welcomed. This is essential to understand as a greeter, because the greeter is the first persons that visitors and parishioners see when they enter our church doors. Greeters should be committed to ensuring that each person is being served, their needs and concerns are met, and they feel the joy of the Lord upon entering St. Titus.
  
  Greeter duties are to arrive at least 40 minutes to half-hour before Mass to greet, help parishioners and guest as they enter our church. At this time the greeter's reponsibilities will consist of being present only for holiday Masses. Those days are All Souls Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year, Palm Sunday, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Pentecost, and as needed for parish special events.
  
  For more information or to volunteer, call Mary Volitich at 724.495.7919.
- Altar Society
  
  Each week these volunteers come together to clean, dust and prepare the altar and church for Mass. Their members are the 'unseen angels' who care for God's house.
  
  If you would like more information or to volunteer, contact Marge Strutzel at 724.378.6091.
- Emmaus Welcoming Committee
  
  The Emmaus Welcoming Committee prepares welcoming baskets for the newly-baptized infants and newly-married couples in our parish. This apostolate also sends out a “welcome to the community” letter and parish information a booklet with all of the church ministries, apostolates and organizations as well as contact information to all new residents in the Aliquippa area that are within the St. Titus Parish boundaries.
  
  Sympathy cards are sent to the family of our deceased members. Newly-registered parishioners are contacted personally and welcomed into the parish family and are given an opportunity to learn about the many ministries, apostolates and organizations within the parish as well as invited to share in parish life.
  
  Once a year, after Sunday’s 10:00AM Mass, with the help of the special events committee, this committee plans a light refreshment social where new members can meet parishioner’s and find out more of the services in the parish. The year consists of July 1st thru June 30th.
  
  Commitment is as needed. To volunteer, call Mary Volitich at 724.495.7919 or Jackie D‘Alessandris at 724.375.6238.
- Hospitality at St. Titus consists of many parts. Some provide our parishioners and people from the surrounding area with with bereavement luncheons, bridal and baby showers, graduation, weddings, parties and much more. Below is a listing of individual apostolates with information on how you can be a part of any one of them.
  
  ♦
  
  "If everyone were holy and handsome, it would be easy to see Christ in everyone. But it was not Christ's way for Himself. Ask honestly what you would do when a beggar asked at your house for food. Would you give it on an old cracked plate, thinking that was good enough? Do you think that Martha and Mary thought that the old and chipped dish was good enough for their guest? It is not a duty to help Christ -- it is a privilege."
  
  — Dorothy Day
- Special Events Committee
  
  Special Events Committee members serve as hosts at parish functions which are not sponsored by other parish apostolates or organizations. These men and women are called upon to plan, organize and serve at various special events throughout the year. These volunteers come in for special church functions such as Confirmation, Parish Missions, and Thanksgiving Day Social.
  
  To volunteer, call Louise DiNardo at 724.378.1964 or Lori Gregory at 724.375.6033. Commitment for the Refreshment Team is as needed; hours vary.
- Titan Hall Crew
  
  Titan Hall Crew volunteers work in our kitchen, preparing food for Bereavement dinners, wedding receptions, showers, graduations and many other occasions.
  
  To book and event, call Phil Rossi at 724.378.3350. If you wish to be a crew volunteer, call Mary Piccolo at 724.375.4825. Commitment is as needed.
- Server/Set-up team
  
  Server/Set-Up Team volunteers come in before and stay after the event for set up and cleanup of the hall and serve the guest for parish functions.
  
  To volunteer, call Lori Gregory at 724.375.6033 or Louise DiNardo at 724.378.1964. Commitment is as needed.
- Cassidy Social Committee (CSC)
  
  The Cassidy Social Committee plans and organizes social events for members of the parish throughout the year. The goal of these events is to provide an opportunity to meet with and enjoy each other's company, foster friendships, fellowships and community within the parish. Parish social events are generally intended to be financially self-supporting.
  
  The committee meets occasionally to discuss, plan, and carry out these social events. Our goal is to offer several different types of gatherings throughout the year, so that we reach the various age groups and interest areas within the parish community. We are always looking for new ideas, so please contact us with your suggestions.
  
  See our parish calendar, parish website, and check our weekly bulletin for committee meetings and other information. Contact Rick Nawoczynski at 724.462.5393 or Chris Colalella at 725.375.8002 if you have questions or wish to volunteer.
  
  "But you have given my heart more joy than they have when grain and wine abound"
  (Psalm: 4:8)
- Parish Picnic Committee
  
  The church picnic is held every year in August. It’s a time for the parish family to get together for a day of fun and fellowship. Commitment consists of two meetings a year and the day of the picnic. To volunteer or if you are interested in joining the committee, contact Brenda Colalella at 724.375.8002 or Deb Kosher at 724.378.4023.