Holy Family offers dozens of ministries to help you encounter Jesus, to live the faith, and to serve those in need.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is offered at Holy Family Cathedral on Friday afternoons from 12:35 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. During this time, the faithful are welcome to come and go as they please, but we need at least two people committed to each hour to spend with our Lord. In addition to Friday afternoons, we also offer adoration opportunities through the adoration program at St. John Medical Center. Please consider committing to a regular hour with Jesus.
Contact: Maureen Petty, 918-671-2538, maureenpetty@yahoo.com
Becoming Catholic
Holy Family Cathedral’s program for the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is Becoming Catholic. This process of OCIA was established for the universal Church for individuals to become Catholic and receive the sacraments of initiation — Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist. This initiation process also involves a parish community experiencing a renewal in faith as it prepares and welcomes new members into the Church. The Rite speaks of conversion as a “spiritual journey.” Centered on fostering a deep relationship with Jesus and the Church He founded, this journey takes place through distinct stages over a period of time suitable to bring about a thorough catechesis, significant experience of the parish community, and commitment to the liturgical and moral life of the Catholic faithful.
Bethany Intercessors
This ministry offers the opportunity to share your time and prayers as an intercessor for the parish. Become a part of our parish prayer line to pray for the needs of parishioners, family, friends, leaders, and our world. The intercessors respond to prayer requests as they arise. This ministry is carried on via the internet. While there are no meetings, members will receive a monthly newsletter and an invitation to our annual retreat at the Cathedral.
Contact: Tierney Dower, tdower89@gmail.com
Bereavement, a Community Service Ministry
This ministry is dedicated to helping families move through the mourning and funeral process. Members provide refreshments (as requested) and logistics, and follow up with families in need of personal connection. They also host open forum discussions dealing with the grieving process.
Contact: Father Brian O’Brien, 918-582-6247, frobrien@tulsacathedral.com
Bible Study on Thursday Evenings
Deacon Paul Louderback leads a group of parishioners in an ongoing study of the Bible each Thursday at 6:30 p.m. This group is open to all parishioners who desire to grow in their understanding of sacred scripture while enjoying the company and hospitality of fellow parishioners.
Contact: Dcn. Paul Louderback, dcnlouderback@tulsacathedral.com
Called to Care
The hospitality ministry is a group comprised of teams who help with parish receptions, plan meals and cook for youth events, and assist with dinners and social events in the parish and other get-togethers.
Contact: Maureen Petty, 918-671-2538, maureenpetty@yahoo.com
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS)
CGS is a Montessori religious experience involving children and adults in which the religious values of childhood, primarily those values of contemplation and enjoyment of God, are predominant. This experience is shared in a place particularly prepared for the religious life of children called the Atrium. We currently offer Level I for children ages 3-6 and Level II for children ages 6-9, both weekday and weekend sessions.
Cathedral Choir
Parishioners share their musical gifts and talents by leading the assembly to proclaim the praise of God in song and instrument.
Contact: Ernest Neal, 918-582-6247, eneal@tulsacathedral.com
Confraternity of Christian Mothers, a Women’s Ministry
Women of the parish meet monthly for adoration, confession, Mass, a special talk, and a time of fellowship. The Confraternity of Christian Mothers was founded in France in 1850 with the goal being “to aid women and mothers in growing in holiness; to unite them to Christ; to inspire them to raise virtuous children; and to fervently pray for one another and their families.” Any woman 18 years or older is welcome to join.
Contact: Christianmothers@tulsacathedral.com
Faith In Action Team (FIAT), a Community Service Ministry
An acronym for the Faith in Action Team, the FIAT ministry gives parishioners an opportunity to do hands-on service projects. Parishioners of all ages help with various projects.
Contact: Tim Bart, 918-327-1855, timdbart@gmail.com
Finance Council
The Finance Council meets regularly with the Rector to provide counsel on the temporal goods of the parish and school.
Contact: Fr. Brian O’Brien, 918-582-6247, frobrien@tulsacathedral.com
Food and Fellowship, a Called to Care team
Parishioners gather for conversation and fellowship over coffee and light breakfast following the 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Masses. Volunteers will be scheduled to help with setup, service, and/or cleanup. This ministry is a wonderful opportunity to meet other parishioners.
Contact: Alex Berry. 918-706-2424.
Greeters/Ushers
Hospitality ministers create a hospitable environment before Mass by welcoming people with a smile as they enter the church, helping people find seating, taking up the offertory collection, and distributing bulletins. This is a wonderful ministry opportunity for families to join and encourage hospitality from all ages of the family.
Contact: Helen Maxey, 918-804-9864, hfmaxey@gmail.com
HFC Office Volunteers
Office receptionists volunteer for three-hour shifts one day a week. Volunteers answer the phone, help with office mailing, greet visitors, and assist with other administrative duties at the Parish and School Office.
Contact: Jennifer Merle, 918-582-6247, jmerle@tulsacathedral.com
Holy Family Classical School Volunteers
Can you offer your time and talent to assist with office tasks, projects, or other roles around the school? Volunteers and their preferred projects can be added to a list to call as needed or put on a regular schedule.
Contact: Burnadette Anderson, 918-582-0422, banderson@tulsacathedral.com
Holy Stitchers
This group supports the baptismal garment ministry at the parish, creating garments for all little ones baptized at the parish. Additionally, a select few work on clerical alterations as needed.
Contact: Kaye Ellis, 918-521-7842, kaye.phelps@yahoo.com
Home Improvement Ministry, a Community Service Ministry
This ministry organizes parish workdays in support of parishioners who are in need of assistance with minor home repair due to age, mobility, finances, or other disabilities. This group also coordinates service days on the Holy Family Cathedral campus.
Contact: Jim Phelan, 417-254-3389, jimphelan58@gmail.com
Kairos, a Prison Ministry
Kairos is a prison ministry that aims to build up the faith life of incarcerated men and women.
Contact: Doug Pepper, 918-582-6247, dkpepp@aol.com
Knights of Columbus, a Men’s Ministry
Membership is open to all practicing Catholic men. This group supports quarterly blood drives with American Red Cross, as well as other projects throughout the year. If you or someone you know would like to join our brotherhood in service to his community, parish and church, please contact us.
Contact: Michael Caturegli, 918-232-8341, caturegli@att.net
Marriage Mentors
Married couples who are excited to share the love and joys of marriage, yet are vulnerable enough to be open about trials and tribulations may be called to serve as Marriage Mentors. Marriage Mentors meet with engaged parishioners preparing for marriage at least five times prior to their wedding. Mentors help the couples come to a deeper appreciation of God, of themselves, and of their fiancé by topic-driven conversations. Mentors must be married for 10 years or more.
Contact: Deacon Thomas, 918-582-6247, dcnthomas@tulsacathedral.com
Meal Train, a Called to Care team
This team is called upon to make meals for parishioners as they deal with major life events including birth, sickness and death. Anyone in need of this ministry can contact the Parish Office and then information will be passed along to the volunteers.
Contact: Meghan Grayless, 918-407-6792, meghan.grayless@gmail.comm
Offertory Counters
Teams of four to five volunteers gather each Monday morning to count the weekly collection. Each team participates in a monthly rotation.
Contact: Jennifer Merle, 918-582-6247, jmerle@tulsacathedral.com
Readers
Parishioners are trained to proclaim the Word of God during Mass.
Contact: Karen Witherell, karenmwitherell@gmail.com
Sacristans
Sacristans are trained to ensure that all liturgical ministers are present and that the altar is properly arranged prior to and following Mass.
Contact: Dave Iski, 918-814-3300, fancypromise@sbcglobal.net
Saint Joseph Men’s Support Group
If you struggle with chastity and purity, you are not alone. You are invited to join other men in a community of support and encouragement. We welcome all men aged 18 or older who are seeking true freedom. We encourage the practice of accountability, honesty, and utilizing practical tools through a structure rooted in prayer, camaraderie, and authentic conversation.
You may email us anonymously for more information. menssupport@tulsacathedral.com
Our group meets weekly. No commitment is necessary, and all participation during meetings is voluntary and strictly confidential.
Santa Casa (Nursery)
In Santa Casa (ages 1-4), monthly thematic units explore topics that foster creativity and develop independent learning skills while integrating foundational teachings of the Catholic faith. Activities support exploration and problem-solving, nurture independence, and provide many opportunities to develop not only age-appropriate social skills, such as cooperating, helping, and communicating in work and play, but also an understanding of their role in God’s family and awareness of the Church. Santa Casa is available Sundays for the 10 a.m. and noon Masses and for special events.
Saint Cecilia Choir
Parish children and teenagers fill the cathedral with music written by Christendom’s greatest composers. Under the direction of Ernest Neal, children between the ages of seven and seventeen offer their vocal gifts to God on special occasions at the 10 a.m. Sunday Mass.
Contact: Ernest Neal, 918-582-6247, eneal@tulsacathedral.com
Servers
Children and adults who have received their First Communion and are trained to assist with the celebration of the liturgy.
Contact: Deacon Jon Conro, 918-582-6247, dcnconro@tulsacathedral.com
Sunday Morning Video Series
Each Sunday at 9 a.m. in the Halpine Room, parishioners are invited to watch a video and have discussion pertinent to our faith. No preparation or registration is required.
Temporary Emergency Assistance Ministry (TEAM)
Please consider joining our team of dedicated volunteers and help allocate the resources graciously provided by the Holy Family parish Community. The average time commitment is only one hour a week.
Contact: Doug Pepper, 918-582-6247, dkpepp@aol.com
Women’s Club, a Women’s Ministry
Our Women’s Club is open to all female parishioners of Holy Family. Our mission is to promote spiritual and social fellowship, as well as Catholic education to the women attending Holy Family Cathedral, Tulsa; to lend support to the Rector, parish, diocese and the community; and to assist whenever needed at the Cathedral.
Contact: Ann Owen, 918-633-1489, anowen99@yahoo.com
Cathedral Young Adults
Young adults of the parish gather together for regular activities including service, social and spiritual opportunities.
Contact: Madison Ohman, madison.ohman@gmail.com
Youth Group
High School Youth Minister Sky Creed and Middle School Youth Minister Alexus Nguyen offer formational talks, mentorship groups, and authentic fellowship, trips to Catholic conferences, and service projects.
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