Altar & Rosary Society
Mission:
Our mission is to prayerfully support Annunciation Catholic Parish in preparation for the celebration of the Sacraments, especially the Liturgy of the Mass, and to promote awareness of the Holy Rosary. We are a voluntary organization.
How can I get involved?
For more information, or if you have questions, please contact Marie Openshaw, President of the Altar & Rosary Society at Annunciation Parish. Her telephone number is 252-633-9954
History:
The Altar & Rosary Society was formed shortly after Annunciation Parish's dedication in 1954. Membership is open to any confirmed woman in the parish, who is at least 18 years of age.
Duties:
- Collaboratively work with other groups within Annunciation Parish
- Clean and prepare the church for the celebration of the Mass
- Clean and prepare linens
- Promote better understanding of the Rosary
- Lead recitation of the Rosary weekly
- Conduct a monthly Communion Mass for the intentions of the parish and for the souls of the deceased members of our society
Dues:
$6 per year, due in January
Schedule:
- We meet the 2nd Thursday of the month from September through June
- We gather as a group to receive Communion together at a predetermined 8:30 am daily Mass
- We have a member's pot-luck dinner during the Christmas season and again in June
Offices:
- President
- Vice-President
- Treasurer
- Secretary
Elections are held every other year. The president appoints additional committee position, as needed.
Fundraising efforts:
The purpose of our fundraising efforts is for the support of our parish and Annunciation Catholic School. During the year, our efforts include bake sales and raffles, which defray the cost of Baptismal and 1st Communion candles, replacement of new altar linens, and small momentos for those receiving the Sacraments. The bake sales also serve as a parish social event for parishioners to mingle, meet and greet new members, and get to know other people better.
