The variety and scope of the Ministries of St. John Eudes Parish attest to the vitality of our parishioners. Numerous ministries are available to provide everyone the opportunity to be involved in parish life. Parishioners are all encouraged to develop their spirituality by applying their talents and interests to ministry involvement. Click on the ministry links below to learn more about each ministry:

Altar servers are young people in grades five through twelve who wish to assist the priest in the celebration of liturgies throughout the year. Liturgies are celebrated daily and on weekends. Servers are also needed at weddings and funerals. Any baptized Catholic boy or girl who has received his or her First Communion is eligible to act as an Altar Server.

After the introductory Rite at selected Sunday Masses, children five years old and older are led to the hall to celebrate their own Liturgy of the WORD. The Word is proclaimed from the Lectionary for the Masses with Children, followed by an inter-active homily where the readings are discussed and applied to the lives of the children. After the General Intercession, the children return to the church to participate in the Liturgy of the Eucharist with the entire congregation.

Our ministry uses the artistic talents and labors of the team to design and implement liturgical and seasonal decor throughout the church, chapel, narthex, courtyard and hall. Our goal is to enhance the sacramental celebrations, by creating a welcoming atmosphere using color, textures, and elements to communicate and embrace the liturgical themes for the various liturgical seasons and celebrations.

Ministers of the Eucharist are called by the Lord to do the following: Serve the Christian assembly gathered to celebrate the Liturgy and to serve those unable to be present at the assembly because of illness or other circumstances; the ministers assist the celebrant in the sharing of the Body, the Blood, and the Divinity of Our Lord Jesus Christ with the assembly present and those unable to be present.

The goal of the prayer group is to bring about in all Catholics such an enthusiasm for their faith that as they lay open their hearts to the divine message of salvation, they live their faith in Jesus and freely share it with others.

It is our responsibility as lectors to fulfill this calling with a desire to communicate God's Word to God's people, clearly, completely, and with reverence. To do this we must be prepared. We must know the protocol for our parish. We must be well versed in the skills necessary to proclaim effectively and most importantly, we must have a personal familiarity and love of the Word of God in Scripture. The circle of the relationship between God, God's Word, the lector and the listener is fulfilled in our service.

We are Ministers of His Word. It is Christ himself who speaks when the Holy Scripture is proclaimed in the church. We commit to proclaiming His Word with reverence, preparation, and dedication.

St. John Eudes Music Ministry is about service: service to Almighty God and to His people. Music ministry enhances Sunday Masses and special liturgical events. We also glorify God in concerts both in and outside the parish. Opportunities are found in Adult Choir, Children's Choir, Chamber Singers, Heaven's Grace, Heaven's Angels, Bell Choir, Contemporary Choir, and Spanish Choir.

This prayer group is devoted to our Lady of Perpetual Help.

This group gets together at different times in a different setting to pray the Rosary.

The Spanish Prayer Group evangelizes through prayer, retreats, and praying for the sick.

Ushers are St. John Eudes parishioners who provide a welcoming and hospitable atmosphere at all parish liturgies. They ensure the orderly progress of the liturgy by seating parishioners and guests, selecting people to bring the gifts to the altar, collecting the monetary offerings, directing people toward the altar during the Liturgy of the Eucharist, protecting the Host and distributing the church bulletins.

We extend Christ's hospitality to our communion as they gather to hear His Word and to share in the "breaking of the bread." As we welcome parishioners at the doors of the church, we hope to open hearts to His message of love through a warm greeting, smile and handshake.

As we listen to the Scriptures with our heart, and share personal faith-filled experiences, we encourage each other to a more profound spiritual pilgrimage, strengthen our faith, and grow into a more intimate relationship with God in Jesus Christ.

This is an ongoing process which expresses the warmth and welcome of our parish community to those who are interested in becoming Catholic. It involves several stages, from initial questioning, through a period of reflection and faith enrichment, and finally preparation for a reception of Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist) Anyone is welcome at any time. Sessions are ongoing throughout the year on Tuesday evenings from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm. A children's process is also available.

The mission of the Formation & Religious Education Program is to bring Christ to His people and bring His people to the realization that they are the Church. We accomplish this by teaching the love of God and sharing our faith with our children from pre-school through high school, and also with adults through our adult formation classes. We prepare students for their sacraments and continue their formation in their faith knowledge as they continue to grow. And we form the basis of our Christian community for each other by promoting strong parish family support.

As Carmelites we give priority to the retreat apostolate that follows from our charisma - promoting a deeper spiritual life among those with whom and for whom we work, above all by prayer and good example. The purpose of the retreats, as envisioned by our Foundress, is to provide others with a silent, restful atmosphere in which they can come closer to God and deepen their prayer life in order to return to their homes consoled, strengthened, and spiritually refreshed. We are committed to selecting retreat masters who are loyal to the Church and treasure its magisterium. We believe that contact with pastors and parishioners who are active within their parish is the best means of building up the most essential apostolate.

A support group for family and friends of alcoholics

Friends of Bill Wilson. If you want to drink, that's your business. If you want to stop drinking, we make it our business.

The Bereavement Ministry provides liturgical, spiritual and practical support for those who have suffered the loss of a loved one. Bereavement support is provided by concerned and compassionate parish members who have completed an Archdiocesan training program. The Bereavement Ministry provides a support group to help the grieving cope with and understand the many aspects of the grief they are experiencing so they are not alone on their journey to healing.

Our parish bulletin is available each weekend in the church narthex. It describes upcoming parish activities, projects and local community events. Items for the bulletin are due by noon of the Monday preceding the weekend on which they are to be posted in the bulletin.

Club Italia is a social group open to anyone Italian by blood or by marriage. The club sponsors the annual St. Joseph's Table in March.

This ministry is a concerned Catholic resource for those suffering the grief and pain of separation, divorce, or death of a spouse. We offer a safe environment where persons experiencing broken relationships may find spiritual and emotional help on their healing journey. We will, as a peer ministry, strive to support and empower each other to process our grief and ease our pain through our faith in God and his healing power.

Fish provides emergency help to people in our community that are in need of food or services. During Christmas and Thanksgiving, Fish distributes meals, toys and other household items to hundreds of families throughout the community. Transportation to and from doctor's appointments or the store is also available upon request.

We serve refreshments and provide a place and atmosphere for parishioners to visit following the Sunday 7:30, 9:00 and 11:00 am Masses.

A group of young adults, 20's and 30's, that meet in a social setting for many charitable functions throughout the year.

Our mission is foremost to serve God. We are messengers of Christ by our community and church actions. We support the Pastor, Priests, Sisters, Laity and community by sponsoring various parish activities and help the needs of other ministries. We sponsor and host several religious, spiritual, and social functions scheduled throughout the year.

The Sunday Nursery, Room D of the Grill Hall, is open to the children of our parish who are at least 2 months old and younger than 3 years of age (unless assisting with a younger sibling). We are open during the 9am and 11am Sunday Masses to care for your children. Volunteer caregivers are available 15 minutes before Mass.

St. Anne's Guild supports community organizations such as FISH, as well as organizes social activities that are open to members's spouses and friends.

St. Vincent De Paul, Council of Los Angeles, is part of a worldwide organization of lay Catholic men and women who are committed to live and grow in their Christian faith through prayer and personal involvement in charitable works. The Society's mission is accomplished through parish and community based groups called Conferences and programs called Special Works.

The St. John Eudes Summer Carnival is a special celebration that brings the parish together to celebrate the beginning of the summer season. The Carnival is headed by a Steering Committee that coordinates various other committees that draw upon the great cultural and ethnic diversity of our parish to make the Carnival such a wonderful event. Parishioners are invited to join in this ministry to help prepare food, provide entertainment, support logistics, sell tickets, staff game booths, and participate in a number of other activities. Proceeds from the Carnival are used by the parish to support community and educational ministries. Usually held on Pentecost Weekend, the Carnival is truly a great expression of the Spirit in our parish.