Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church
Hemet, California
Not active at this time
Boys and girls from grades 3 - 8 are welcome to assist the priest at the liturgy.
Coordinator: Rosario Lopez
contact: Parish office
Baptisms are held in a group monthly. Reservations are made two months in advance. Documentation and preparation class are required. Please contac the main office at 951-929-6131 ext 101
Meets on Thursdays at 7:00 pm in Hyland Hall. Sessions are led by Guadalupe Medina. Questions?
Coordinator: Guadalupe Medina
contact: Parish office
Coordinators of Hispanic ministries meet monthly.
Coordinator: Alejandrina Rosales
Contact: Parish office
This ministry consists of bringing the Eucharist to the sick, those confined to their homes, convalescent and retirement homes. At times, when circumstances allow, sharing scripture and praying with the sick can bring a great spiritual comfort and peace to them. Those who are unable to attend mass due to sickness or are confined to their home, kindly notify the parish office and a Eucharistic Minister will be assigned to visit you.
To join, please call the office for an interview.
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion who serve the Body and Blood of Christ at Mass..
English:
Coordinator: Sylvia Garcia
Spanish:
Coordinator: Rebeca Garcia
This ministry keeps the religious traditions of the Filipino community alive, and provides an active representation within the broader OLV community. The coordinator for this ministry is Editha Reynolds.
The Ministry of Finance Council is to assist and advise the pastor or appointed leadership in the administration of the goods of the parish. The administration of Church goods consists of taking care that those goods that have been lawfully acquire are preserved and used for the purpose for which there are given. They keep the financial administration of the parish in harmony with the mission of the church. All parish decisions affecting the financial status of the church, the budgeting and expenditures are to be done by the pastor following consultation of the Finance Council.
Members of the Finance council are:
Rev. Paul A. Ahiaba, C.S.Sp.
Greg Widman, Chair
Pilar Rangel
Nora Zeller
Joseph Miller
If you have a background in Finance or accounting, and would like to serve, please contact Maria Galindo in the office.
All women are welcome! The Confraternity of Catholic Christian Women gathers on the 1st Monday of the month from 10 am to Noon.
Coordinator: Nora Zeller
Contact: Parish office.
Meets on Fridays at 9:30 am in room #8.
Coordinator: Diana Torres
Contact: Parish office
Meets on Thursday at 7:00 pm in the parish Center Dining Room.
This ministry is in Spanish.
Coordinator: Anamarie Valleochoa
Contact: Parish Office
Grand Knight: Joseph Ortiz
Contact: Parish Office
A family oriented organization which principles are charity, unity, brotherhood and patriotism. This organization has a deep bond between the church and the community. Sharing and caring reaches into every facet of member’s lives including the sharing of risks, responsibilities and benefits through the Knights of Columbus fraternal insurance program. Whether it’s a charity fund drive, blood drive, visits to the sick, or help to the handicapped, our brothers reach out.
Readers who proclaim the Scriptures at Mass and other services.
English:
Coordinator: Vicki Baldwin
Contact: Parish Office
Spanish:
Coordinator: Candelaria Carrera
Contact: Parish Office
The liturgy committee purpose is to assist the Pastor in preparing and providing for the spiritual development of the members of the parish through liturgical celebrations and signidicant preyer experiences and to plan and execute parish liturgies and celebrations. For any questions
Coordinator: Rafael Gonzalez
Contact: Parish office
Join together in song, under the talented direction of our choir director, Mrs. Manahan. Rehearsals on Saturdays, 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm in room #5. Sing at 4:30 pm Saturday Mass. For any questions contact the choir director after mass.
English Kathy O'Neil
Spanish: Pily Talavera.
contact: Parish office
The Ministry of Pastoral Council is to assist the pastor or the appointed leadership, in discerning the will of God for the parish at this time through the wisdom of the graced community. As a consultative body, the Pastoral Council helps to articulate the mission and direction of the parish in the context of the vision of the diocese and the teachings of the universal church. They help to ponder and set priorities in light of the parish mission and direction. They promote the spiritual growth of the entire parish so that each person’s gifts may be exercised for the benefit of all. They provide practical wisdom to the pastor or the appointed leadership concerning pastoral issues and concerns.
Members of the Our Lady of the Valley Pastoral Council are:
Re. Paul A. Ahiaba,
C. S. Sp., Pastor
Arturo Delgado
Editha Reynolds
Ricardo Barajas
Conrado del Castillo
Abigail Mendiola
Shirley Ferruzzi
Blanca Godinez
United as a community praying the Rosary for the sanctity of all life from conception until natural death. Meditative hymns are sung, along with the recitation of the Rosary.
Contact: Parish office
Rite of Christian Initiation – preparation of adult candidates for Catholic sacraments.
Not at this time
Volunteers who assist people to their seat if necessary. They also take up the collection.
English: Editha Reynolds
Spanish: Maria Thomas
Juan Mata
Coordinator: Rosa Chavez
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Other Catholic Resources:
Diocese of San Bernardino sbdiocese.org
Ministry Formation Institute mfisbdioce.org
US Conference of Catholic Bishops USCCB.org
California Catholic Conference cacatholic.org
Holy See / Santa Sede Vatican.va
Radio El Sembrador elsembradorministries.org