The Welcome Ministry is dedicated to intentionally and sincerely welcome newly registered parishioners to Holy Name with joy and warmth.  Members of the Welcome ministry also assist new parishioners in learning about our parish and becoming active members of our community.

Characteristics of Hospitality:

Personal Presence: enjoying being with people and being truly present to them.
Making space: taking time to make room for others in our lives.
Inner attitude: hospitality becomes a way of life seven days a week.
Hospitality has been defined as "the quality of being friendly and solicitous toward new arrivals."

Scripture quotes:

"I was a stranger and you welcomed me." - Mt 25:35

"Continue to love each other and remember always to welcome strangers, for by doing this some people have entertained angels without knowing it." - Heb. 13:1-2

Examination of Conscience on Christian Hospitality:

• Am I a welcoming person?
• Is there room in my life for others or am I too busy?
• Do I extend the welcoming gesture, the warm smile?
• Do I hear with my heart as well as with my head?
• Do I go out of my way even when it is not convenient to do so?
• Do I work on my own spiritual development?
• Am I open to full, conscious, active participation at worship and in parish activities?
• Do I make an effort to encounter Jesus Christ in the people with whom I work, play, and worship?

If you have any questions or are interested in joining the Welcome ministry, please contact the office at 672-2848.