About Volunteering

Are you interested in volunteering at St. Patrick’s Cathedral?  You can be part of the 200 plus Cathedral Volunteer Family. There are a number of volunteer opportunities available.  Some of them include:

About Volunteering

  • Tour Guide – Conduct tours of the Cathedral throughout the year for groups and individuals.  Generally, they take place Monday – Friday around the Mass schedule, ie. 9-11 am and 1:30-4:30 pm.

  • Lector – Read at most weekday and Sunday Masses.  Prior experience is helpful.

  • Minister of Hospitality – Assist at Sunday 10am Mass and at other special liturgies and events.  Distribute programs and help with seating.

  • Minister of Altar Service – Care for flowers at side altars that are donated to the Cathedral.  Freshen up water and remove wilted flowers.

  • Clerical Work – Assist with mailings for internal Cathedral departments.  Pasting labels, stuffing envelopes, data entry.

  • Information Desk – Provide information about the Cathedral and its history as well as the surrounding area to visitors from all over the world.

Time commitment can be as little as an hour or two a month.  For more
 Information or to schedule an appointment, please contact Roberta Shea at 212-355-2749 on ext. 409.

Note: If you are interested in St. Patrick's Young Adult Ministry, please visit www.cspya.org