Ministries

The Music Ministry enhances our liturgical experiences by lifting joyful voices to the Lord. We invite the assembly to become full, active participants in the liturgy by praising and worshiping God through song. Music Ministry is open to all who like to sing or play an instrument and are willing to attend scheduled practices. Contact: Please call our office  909-338-2303

Altar Servers assist the priest or deacon during all liturgical services. Altar serving is open to all responsible members who have received their 1st Holy Communion. All Liturgical Ministries require training. Initial training is offered through our parish. Contact: Dcn. Rick Bassford 909 338-4017

Readers proclaim the Living word to the assembly. Through them God speaks to the gathered faithful. The ministry is open to reliable, practicing adult Catholics registered in the parish who love scripture. Contact: Dcn. Rick Bassford 909 338-4017

The Altar Society spends about two hour every Tuesday mornings making sure our parish and church facilities are clean and ready to enjoy. The only requirement we have to join is to show up! Supplies, fun and fellowship are provided. Contact Cece (909) 338-2303

Unite as a community praying the Rosary on the last Wednesday of the month, in the Chapel at 6:00 pm. The recitation of the Rosary. No experience required. Mentors provided. Contact the coordinators.

Preparing parents for the formation of their child’s faith.  This ministry helps to prepares parents, godparents and families for the responsibilities and commitments in Baptism for infants and children. The Baptism Prep Team offers an eight hour course that can be arranged to fit the family’s personal schedule. Contact:   Parish Office, 909 338-2303

The Blessed Sacrament is exposed and adored by volunteers who sign up for one hour or more to pray before the Lord Jesus present in the Monstrance.

Eucharistic Ministers assist in the distribution of Eucharistic Ministers the Body and Blood of Christ at all masses. This ministry is open to all adult practicing Catholics in the parish who love the Eucharist. Altar Servers Altar Servers Altar Servers assist the priest or deacon during all liturgical services. Altar serving is open to all responsible members who have received their 1st Holy Communion. All Liturgical Ministries require training. Initial training is offered through our parish. Contact: Dcn. Rick Bassford 909 338-4017

Extraordinary Ministers of Communion who serve the Body and Blood of Christ at Mass and to the sick and homebound,  Dcn. Rick Bassford 909 338-4017.

Advises the Pastor on financial matters of the parish. Responsible for monitoring all income and expenses, and approving the annual budgets.

All men are welcome!  Join us for coffee, a light breakfast, socialization, and engaging (no pressure) conversation about our faith in a relaxed environment. Questions? Contact Dave Golder, (909) 338-0130 with the Knights of Columbus 

A group that counts the funds collected at Mass each week. Each group volunteers about once a month. (909) 338-2303

Volunteers who care for and beautify the grounds and church.

The Combined Ministry Council, otherwise known as the Pastoral Council, is a volunteer organization made up of the ministry captains who preside over the various ministries groups listed above. They are chosen by the members of the ministries under their umbrella and serve as an advisory group to our pastor for a period of three years. The council’s primary responsibility is guiding the spiritual direction of the parish by supporting our ministries and implementing programs that advance the spiritual wellbeing of all members of our parish community. Pastoral Council meetings are open to all parish members. Contact Deacon Rick Bassford or Penny Bassford. 

Parish volunteers who warmly welcome parishioners as they enter the Church for Mass.

This ministry began by providing receptions after funerals as a way of assisting grieving families in a time of emotional need. We have since expanded to include receptions after First Communion, Confirmation and to celebrate those entering the Church on Easter Vigil. Food is provided by our ministry members but donations often cover our expenses. A manual is available for training. We are looking for people who are compassionate and friendly and like to cook! Contact: Anna Abrams

Men and women who assist at Mass or Funeral masses to enhance the worship of our faith community, contact  Dcn. Rick Bassford 909 338-4017.

Reader who proclaim the Scriptures at Mass and other services, contact Dcn. Rick Bassford 909 338-4017.

Held Friday evenings at 6:30PM in the Church during Lent.

The Marriage Prep Team meets with engaged couples to prepare them for the commitment of marriage by looking closely at Catholic teaching and their personal experience. Our team has from five to sixty-five years of marriage experience! Couples seeking preparation or wanting to join the team contact:  Call the parish office at 909 338-2303

All women are welcome! Gatherings are on occasion and announced in the bulletin and in this space when scheduled. For more information about Fellowship of Catholic Christian Women (FCCW), contact CeCe at (909) 338-2303. 

Responsible for the preparation and care of the altar linens. This includes the washing and ironing of purificators, corporals, and altar linens.

We are the church members that give the first impression to new and visiting Catholics at our parish Liturgies as well as warm and friendly greetings at our parish events. Our purpose is to make sure that first impression is kind and welcoming. We assist new members with any questions they may have and direct them to the appropriate contacts for their needs. We are looking for reliable, warm, and friendly people. Training is offered through the parish and the diocese.

Rite of Christian Initiation – preparation of adult candidates for Catholic sacraments. 

RCIA provides an opportunity for non-Catholics to RCIA explore the teachings of the Catholic Church while giving baptized Catholics an opportunity to complete their sacramental preparations for First Communion and Confirmation. It is a basic inquiry program open to anyone who has an interest in discovering the truths of our Catholic faith and wants to learn more about Catholic tradition, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and Sacred Scripture. Contact: Doreen Kennedy (909) 725-3315

The Religious Education program offers catechetical instruction for our children and youth from kindergarten through high school. The program includes preparation for First Reconciliation, First Eucharist and Confirmation. Volunteers need not have a background in education. Our teachers are trained through the Diocese with workshops offered throughout the year, and here at St. Frances X. Cabrini. The “Safe Environment” course and a background check are required. Contact: Doreen Kennedy (909) 725-3315

Duties include preparing the altar for Mass and cleaning the altar following Mass.

The purpose of this ministry is to provide regular parish hospitality. It gives us a chance to get to know one another better and get acquainted with new members. We have a pancake breakfast the fourth Sunday of each month from 10:00 to 12 noon, after the 9:30 Mass. We meet once a month an hour before the start of the breakfast. The proper handling of food is all the training needed and we will train anyone interested in joining our group of happy chefs! Contact: Mel Abrams (951) 452-1506

The fundraising committee takes the leadership role in all parish fundraising endeavors. These include the Spaghetti Dinner, Taco Dinner, St. Patrick’s Day Party, St. Frances Cabrini Birthday barbeque, and many other worthy undertakings. Proceeds benefit the parish and its wider interests. We always need volunteers! Everyone is encouraged to sign up for this important ministry.