The Worship Office serves to assist the Bishop as chief liturgist of the diocese.
Specific duties include:
Plan and implement Diocesan liturgical celebrations
Oversee the planning of all liturgies involving the Bishop
Oversee the implementation of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults throughout the Diocese
Provide on-going education/catechesis of liturgical matters and RCIA to clergy and laity
Serve as a resource in offering liturgical consultation and respond to questions and concerns of clergy and laity
Assisting the Worship Office:
The Diocesan Liturgical Commission reports to and collaborates with the Worship Office to assist in the work of liturgy.
The Diocesan Music Commission reports to and collaborates with the Worship Office in the area of liturgical music.
The Diocesan RCIA Commission reports to and collaborates with the Worship Office to assist in the work of initiating those of or over the age of seven.