Opportunities to Serve
​For we are God's co-workers; you are God's field, God's building." 1 Cor. 3:9

We have many opportunities to love God and our neighbor through the generosity of time and talent. 
Building a Spiritual Foundation Through Prayer
Prayer nourishes our faith and strengthens the roots that keep us grounded in Christ. Whether through quiet reflection, Eucharistic Adoration, or worshipping together, prayer draws us closer to God and to one other. 

Ways to Pray for Our Parish Community:
  • Pray before meals as a family or individually
  • Listen to praise and worship music or thank God for specific blessings 
  • Attend Mass every Sunday and Holy Day
  • Go to Reconciliation once a month
  • Visit our Adoration Chapel for 15 - 30 minutes (or more!) – alone or as a family
  • Read a short Scripture passage, reflect, pray and rest in God’s presence, a practice called Lectio Divina
Strengthening Community Through Shared Faith and Service
Your time and talents strengthen our parish family. Below are our highest volunteer needs for our community. Contact the Parish Office if you would like to learn more, and we will connect you with the ministry leader.
  • Faith Formation Teachers and Volunteers – Wed. 6:30 - 7:45 p.m.
  • Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC) –  Sat. 4:30 p.m. & Sun. 10 a.m. Must be Confirmed. 
  • Livestream Volunteers – Rotate monthly to run cameras for Sat. 4:30 p.m. Mass 
  • Ushers – Needed at every Mass 
  • Bus Ministry Volunteers – Ride along and assist passengers for Sun. 10 a.m. Mass 
  • Bus Drivers – No special license required; drive our parish bus for Sun. 10 a.m. Mass 
  • Hospitality Ministry – Serve coffee, donuts, and lemonade after weekend Mass 
  • Martin Luther Campus – Help with Sunday Holy Communion Service once a month 
Ministries at Saint Bonaventure
Below is a list of all our ministries. If you would like to learn more visit the page for the category or contact the Parish Office at 952-854-4733, or at [email protected] and we will connect you with the ministry leader.​

Community Life
Saint Bonaventure is a diverse and active community with many opportunities to Love God - Love Others - Make Disciples.
  • Alive!
  • 500 Card Club
  • Craft Group
  • ​Respect Life
  • Saint Bonaventure Scholarship 

​Faith Formation
Our Faith Formation program offers a rich calendar of catechesis, sacramental preparation, seasonal worship, and fun, family-centered events.
  • Faith Formation Classes
  • Celebrate the Word
  • Family Faith Builders

Parish Leadership
Our trustees and councils come together to ensure our programs, projects, and events are aligned with our mission to Love God - Love Others - Make Disciples.
  • Trustees
  • Parish Pastoral Council (PPC)
  • Finance Council

Sacramental Prep
For Sacramental questions, please contact Fr. James at 952-297-8415, or [email protected].
  • Baptism Class
  • First Reconciliation & First Holy Communion
  • Confirmation
  • Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA)
  • Order of Christian Initiation for Youth (OCIY)
  • Marriage Mentors
  • Wedding Coordinators

Serving at Mass
At Saint Bonaventure there are many opportunities to serve at Mass.
  • Altar Servers
  • Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC)
  • Greeters
  • Lectors
  • Liturgy Committee
  • Livestream Team
  • Music Volunteers
  • Sacristans
  • Ushers

Adoration
Our Lady of the Angels Adoration Chapel offers Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration and is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, except when Mass is celebrated.

Church Environment
Founded by the Franciscans, our parish grounds reflect the love of nature St. Francis exemplified with green space and gardens on our 17 acres of land.
  • Buildings & Grounds Committee
  • Cherub Memorial Garden
  • Liturgical Environment
  • Martha's Helpers
  • Parish Library
  • Pew Rack Volunteers

Hospitality
We believe that in caring for others, lives change, and spiritual growth happens. With Christ as our example, we strive to intentionally create a sense of belonging for all who encounter our faith community.
  • Bus Ministry
  • Hospitality Ministry
  • Funeral Hospitality
  • Welcome Team

Mission Projects
We have charitable projects throughout the year with opportunities to share the love of Christ in very tangible ways.
  • Cans for the Poor
  • Giving Tree
  • Respect Life Ministry Projects
    • ​Baby Bottle Boomerang
    • Diaper Drive
  • Shoe Box Mission Project

Pastoral Care
For Pastoral Care questions, please contact Becky at 952-297-8423, or [email protected].
  • Grief Coalition
  • Medical Equipment Lending Library
  • Prayer Shawl Ministry
  • Visitation Ministry
  • Hayden Grove Senior Living Holy Communion Service
  • Martin Luther Manor Mass and Holy Communion Services

Prayer
  • ​Marian Prayer Group
  • Prayer Line

Small Groups
Small Group ministry helps you take the next step in your faith journey. Leaders welcome new members (in word and deed) so no one feels like the "odd person out," everyone can pray, share, and fellowship in a 'community' setting.

Events
We love to celebrate and build community through numerous events each year.
Saint Bonaventure Catholic Community
901 East 90th Street
Bloomington, MN 55420-3801
Phone: 952-854-4733
Email: [email protected]