Societies & Ministries
Immaculate Conception offers a diverse group of ministries and societies that aid in the growth of our spiritual life and devotion to God.
Youth Ministry
Its is open to members of our parish from middle school through college. The group provides opportunity for prayer outside of Mass and conducts social activities to foster growth in the faith
Date: Every First Friday of the Month
Time: 6PM
Location: Gym
Filipino Apostolate Ministry
The Filipino Community celebrates Mass in Tagalog
Date: Every second Saturday of the month
Time: 7PM
Location: Upper Church
God the Father Children's Apostolate
The Apostolate meets with a Healing Mass and Novena to God the Father.
Date: Every fourth Thursday of the month
Location: Upper Church
Grupo de Oracion Carismatico Amor y Fe
This Charismatic group meets dedicating itself to praying and singing in a free, energetic way. Although Spanish influenced, you do not have to be Spanish to join and enjoy the rhythm and the music that gives praise to God
Date: Every Thursday
Time: 7PM
Location: Upper Church
Grupo Mariano Hispano
This Spanish group promotes Marian devotion by reciting the Rosary
Date: Every Friday
Time: 6PM
Location: Nazareth Center
Rosary Society
This organization seeks to develop the spiritual life of its members through Marian devotion as well as opportunities for Christian action. They meet to recite the Rosary before attending Sunday Mass together. Following the Mass is their monthly meeting. There are also two days of reflection per year on a Saturday in October and March
Date: First Sunday of the month
Time: 11:30AM
Location: Lyons Hall
English Prayer Group
This Prayer Group gathers for a meeting to pray the Rosary, worship, and reflect on the Word of God
Date: Every other Thursday
Time: 7PM evening
Location: Lower Church
Knight of Columbus
Immaculate Conception Council #11449, of the Knights of Columbus, is one of the most highly ranked Councils in the country. The Knights of Columbus is the largest international fraternal organization of Roman Catholic laymen that promotes the ideals of charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism. Please contact rectory office for more information.
Happy Seniors
If you are in your golden years (age 55 or older), this community meets for fellowship and fun.Frequent trips and outings make this a great opportunity to build relationships and be active.
Date: Every Wednesday (from September through June)
Time: 12:15PM
Location: Lyons Hall
Catholic War Veterans
This national organization was founded at Immaculate Conception Parish in 1935. It was started by Msgr. Edward Higgins, our second pastor, and we are Post #1. If you are a veteran, especially if you have just come back from serving our country, please sign up and be part of this great organization. Please contact the rectory for more information.
Food Pantry
The Food Pantry is dedicated to helping the poor. Food is distributed to needy parishioners two times a month from our parish Food Pantry.
Catholic Youth Organization
The C.Y.O. establishes leagues and programs for the sports and recreational programs of parishes of the Diocese of Brooklyn
Please contact rectory office for more information.
Our Lady of Guadalupe
This group honors our Blessed Mother by planning a yearly celebration on the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Please contact the Rectory if you are interested in participating in any of these Ministries.
Liturgical Ministries
Altar Servers
Our Altar Server ministry provides an opportunity for boys and girls Grade 5 and above to serve at the table of the Lord while receiving continuing religious education in Catholic school or CCD.
Ministers of Welcome / Ushers
These men and women welcome parishioners to our liturgical celebrations. By their patient and friendly bearing, they help maintain a reverence in Church at all times as well as take up the collection on Sundays and major celebrations.
Music Ministry
The Immaculate Conception Music Ministry is comprised of the following:
- Adult Choir
Praising God through song is essential at the Liturgy. This Choir sings at Sunday Mass (10:30 a.m.) and has one rehearsal per week.
- Children's Choir
At the family Mass (9 a.m.) on Sundays, a younger style of liturgical music is sung every week by students Grades 1 and up. The choir rehearses once a week on Thursday.
- Contemporary Choir
The Ensemble, through more contemporary songs, sings and plays at Sunday Mass (1:30 p.m.) in a folk style. The Contemporary Ensemble rehearses every week on Sunday.
Please contact the Rectory if you or your child would like to participate in any of these Ministries