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Societies and apostolates where parishioners pray, serve, and grow together — find a place to belong and share your gifts at Mater Misericordiae.
CWO
Women of faith praying, serving, and building sisterhood under Mary, Mother of Mercy.
CATHOLIC WOMEN ORGANIZATION (CWO) is the umbrella body of all the Catholic Women in the church. It is a lay society formed for devotional and mutual aid purposes for women in the catholic church. The Organizational structure of the council…
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Young people discerning vocation, celebrating faith, and serving the parish with joy.
CYON is a youth apostolate that aims to empower young people to become better version of their self and active participant in the church and society at large. CYON is dedicated to helping the youths of the church to develop…
Read moreCatholic Theatre
Drama and performance that proclaim the Gospel and enrich parish celebrations.
The Catholic Theatre Group uses drama, sketch, and staged presentation to teach the faith and to mark the liturgical year. Members prepare pieces for feast days, catechesis, and parish gatherings so that the Word may be seen as well as…
Read moreChildren Ministry
Forming the youngest members of the parish in prayer, friendship, and love of Jesus.
Welcome to Mater Children's Ministry, where we aim to build a future Catholic and Christ-like society through the nurturing and education of our children in the ways of the Catholic faith.
Read moreAltar Servers
Young servers assisting at the altar with reverence, training, and care.
As the name suggests, the simplest idea of an altar server is that they are one who serve at and around the altar. They serve the Priests during Mass and every other Liturgical celebration. They see to the care of…
Read moreQueen of All Hearts
Marian devotion consecrating homes and hearts to Mary, Queen of All Hearts.
Mary Queen of All Hearts fosters total consecration to Jesus through Mary, in the spirit of St. Louis de Montfort. Members pray the Rosary, promote Marian devotion in the home, and encourage the parish to live under Our Lady’s queenship.
Read moreIwene Tansi
Honouring Blessed Cyprian Michael Iwene Tansi through prayer, holiness, and Nigerian Catholic witness.
The Blessed Iwene Tansi Society keeps alive the memory and intercession of Blessed Cyprian Michael Iwene Tansi, the Cistercian priest and first Nigerian to be beatified. Members seek holiness of life, promote his cause, and encourage vocations and fidelity to…
Read moreBlock Rosary
Children and families praying the Rosary together in neighbourhood blocks.
The Block Rosary Crusade gathers children, youth, and families to pray the Holy Rosary in small neighbourhood groups. It plants Marian devotion close to the home and teaches the young to love Jesus and Mary through simple, faithful prayer.
Read moreCBIU
Scripture study and biblical apostolate forming parishioners in the Word of God.
CBIU is the parish biblical apostolate — a community of parishioners who study Sacred Scripture, share the Word, and grow in love of the Bible as the Church reads it. Members support lectio, formation talks, and a culture of listening…
Read moreSecurity
Volunteer stewards keeping worshippers, grounds, and celebrations safe and orderly.
Security Volunteers serve the parish by watching over the church, parking, processions, and large gatherings so that worship may unfold in peace. Members work quietly, with courtesy, and in coordination with parish leadership.
Read moreSt. Anthony
Devotion to St. Anthony of Padua — finder of what is lost, helper of the poor, preacher of the Gospel.
The Guild of St Anthony of Padua is a pious catholic prayer group that promotes the works and devotion of St. Anthony of Padua
Read moreVincent De Paul
Quiet works of mercy for neighbours in material and spiritual need.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul serves the poor with discretion and love. Conference members visit families, respond to appeals for assistance, and organize parish charity in the spirit of St. Vincent — seeing Christ in those who suffer.
Read moreLectors
Proclaiming the Word of God so that faith may be stirred in every heart.
Named for St. Ambrose, great preacher and doctor of the Church, this ministry forms lectors who proclaim the Sacred Scriptures at Mass. Through prayerful preparation and training, readers serve the liturgy by speaking God’s Word clearly and reverently.
Read moreSt. Jude
Devotion to St. Jude, apostle and patron of difficult and desperate cases.
With joy and love, we introduce to you one of the pious Societies of the Catholic Church; St. Jude’s Society, Mater Misericordia Catholic Church, Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
Read moreCharismatic Renewal
Prayer, praise, and openness to the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
The Catholic Charismatic Renewal invites parishioners into deeper prayer, Scripture, and praise. Through prayer meetings and formation, members seek a living awareness of the Holy Spirit and a renewal of baptismal grace in the heart of the Church.
Read moreCatechesis
Catechists handing on the faith to children, youth, and adults preparing for the sacraments.
The Catechetical Group forms and supports those who teach the faith — for First Holy Communion, Confirmation, RCIA, and ongoing Christian formation. Members prepare lessons, accompany candidates, and work with the parish catechists.
Read moreDivine Mercy
Devotion to Jesus, King of Mercy — the Chaplet, trust, and works of compassion.
The Divine Mercy Group fosters devotion to the Merciful Jesus through the Chaplet, the Hour of Mercy, and the message entrusted to St. Faustina. Members encourage trust in God’s mercy and extend that mercy to others in daily life —…
Read moreInfant Jesus
Honouring the Child Jesus and supporting the spiritual life of the parish’s little ones.
The Infant Jesus Society nurtures devotion to the Holy Child and accompanies the youngest members of the parish in prayer and celebration. Members promote childlike trust, care for children in need, and keep the feast of the Infant Jesus with…
Read moreSacred Heart
Enthronement of the Sacred Heart and reparation of love in homes and in the parish.
The League of the Sacred Heart of Jesus promotes devotion to the Heart of Christ — First Fridays, enthronement in the home, and a spirit of reparation and charity. Members pray that every family of the parish may know they…
Read moreMedia
Photography, video, and digital witness that share parish life with the wider community.
The Mater Media Team serves the parish through photography, livestream support, social media, and other digital communications. Members help the community see its own worship, celebrations, and works of mercy — and they carry that witness beyond the church walls.
Read moreChoir
Sacred music under the patronage of St. Cecilia, lifting prayer and beautifying the liturgy.
The St. Cecilia Choir leads the assembly in song at Mass and on feast days, under the patronage of the martyr and patroness of musicians. Members rehearse regularly, learn liturgical repertoire, and offer their voices as a ministry of praise.
Read moreFamily Life
Strengthening marriage, family, and the dignity of human life from conception to natural death.
The Family & Human Life Commission promotes the Church’s teaching on marriage, parenthood, and the sanctity of life. Members organize formation for couples and families, support those in difficulty, and witness to a culture of life in the parish and…
Read moreMOD
Men formed in order, self-discipline, and responsible service of Church and family.
Man of Order & Discipline gathers men of the parish who wish to grow in self-mastery, punctuality, and responsible Christian manhood. Members support order at parish events, encourage one another in virtue, and place their strength at the service of…
Read moreDiscern with us
Contact the parish office and we will connect you with the right leaders. You can also browse upcoming gatherings on the Church Calendar.
