St. Dominic offers many organizations and activities to its members. Single or married, young or more experienced, all of our members are invited to check out the opportunities available to meet with and serve others. The following is a listing of these opportunities.

Altar Rosary Society:Cares for the church altar(s) and all the items that are associated with the cleaning of the altar(s). Recites the Rosary the evening prior to a funeral Mass and at masses held for deceased members of SDCAR and parishioners. Assist the Pastor and Deacon in spiritual and material ways to meet the needs of the parish.

Bakhita Dance Ministry:The purpose of this ministry is to Glorify God through our expression and movements in dance and to say Thank You to Him for all He is and all He has done, is doing and will do in our lives. Our mission is to praise the Holy name of Jesus our Lord bringing forth the Word to motivate and minister to others and to ourselves. This ministry is open to youth and adults. Youth rehearsal is on Saturday from 4:00pm - 5:30pm and the adult on rehearsal is Monday from 6:30pm - 8:30pm.

Brothers and Sisters In Faith (BaSIF): The mission of Brothers and Sisters in Faith is to provide leadership and spiritual support to our Church, community and each other. We will achieve this by: (1) Developing fund raising projects. (2) Networking with other Church groups, amongst ourselves and the community. (3) Hold monthly meetings to continue to address the needs of our church. Because of BaSIF’s busy schedules, they meet via email or phone.

Christian Formation Commission: Christian Formation Commission develops within the parish awareness that the parish community has the responsibility for promoting the educational/formational aspect of the Church’s mission. This committee is responsible for the implementation and evaluation of the programs such as sacramental preparation, adult and family ministry, youth ministry, and child ministry. God Provides: Collects and provides gently used clothing and household items to those in need. Please call the Parish Center to apply.

Gospel Choir: Our mission is to bring a sense of celebration and community worship of God. To lead and assist the congregation in singing praises to our God. Assist the congregation in their efforts of becoming participating worshipers during the liturgy. The Gospel Choir provides music at the 11am Mass, sings at special occasions, funerals and has an annual Gospel Concert. This choir also has a youth choir.

Health Ministry:As part of the Parish and Social Life Commission, St. Dominic is establishing a health ministry to promote good health and wellness in the parish. Some of the activities being planned: a health fair, a Weight Watcher’s group, a walking club, a physical fitness program, line dancing, and walking as a parish team for the diabetes fundraiser.

Lazarus Group: Provides for the needs of a bereaved church member’s family.

Rite of Passage: Based on African traditions, St. Dominic provides this ceremony to their graduating high school seniors to give them a community introduction and spiritual sending, as they enter into young adulthood and pursue their dreams. Ceremony occurs the first Sunday of May at the 11am Mass.

Traditional Choir: Our mission is to open the souls of those gathered through the spirit of music. The Traditional Choir provides music for the 9am Mass, sings at special occasions, funerals and has an annual Christmas Concert.

Youth Athletic Association: This group provides for a variety of youth athletic participation, such as basketball, baseball and other sports to encourage team work, sportsmanship and friendship. This is open to all youth that meet the rules and regulations requirements to play diocese sports.