Volunteer - Seton Shrine

Volunteer

Volunteer at the Seton Shrine

Join the Seton Shrine community in a special way by volunteering! There are a number of ways to become involved, including liturgical ministries at Mass, hospitality in the museum and Basilica, helping hands for retreats, and much more. Volunteers can choose any schedule that works for them, whether that’s monthly, weekly, or just once in a while. The Shrine is truly grateful for the wonderful community of volunteers here, as each play such an invaluable role in continuing the mission of promoting Mother Seton’s life and legacy. We would love to have you join the Shrine volunteer family too!

Volunteer Roles

Liturgical

  1. Sacristan 
  2. Lector
  3. Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion
  4. Altar Server
  5. Usher

Programs & Offerings

  1. Basilica Docent
  2. Exhibit Docent
  3. Living History Interpreter
  4. Office Support

Special Events

  1. Set-up/Clean-up
  2. Hospitality
  3. Day-of Support
  4. Shuttle Driver

Volunteer Production Assistant for Back from the Dead

Assist Back From The Dead Director and Assistant Director with tasks pertaining to planning of the production, rehearsals and the performances for Back From The Dead 2025.

Tasks occurring prior to the performances include

  • assisting with practices
  • production related responsibilities such as costuming, lighting, set design, blocking and
  • event promotion tasks.

During the performances the production assistant will aid in all aspects of event management such as

  • setting lighting and props
  • meeting needs of actors
  • convey messages
  • assisting in crowd management and
  • assisting in event breakdown tasks.

The production assistant will need to be present for the performances. Rehearsals begin the first week of September.

Sacristan Team

Join us in creating a reverent and beautiful environment for worship at the Seton Shrine in Emmitsburg, MD. We’re forming two sacristan teams—serving both in the Basilica and behind the scenes.

 Sacristan Altar Team:

Prepare the sanctuary for Mass and Adoration, assist clergy, and care for sacred vessels.

Behind-The-Scenes Sacristan Team:

Iron linens, decorate for feast days, and maintain sacred spaces with quiet devotion.

No experience necessary—training provided! If you’re a practicing Catholic with a heart for service, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact Penny Sims to learn more: penny.sims@setonshrine.org

Steps to Volunteer

  1. Application Form
    • Complete the Seton Shrine’s volunteer form and include which volunteer roles you might be interested in helping out with.
  2. Background Check & VIRTUS Child Protection Training
    • Before being officially accepted as a volunteer, we ask all adults 18 years of age and older to complete a standard volunteer background check and a 45 minute online training.
  3. Interview & Placement
    • This is a time for you to meet some of the Shrine staff and for us to meet you! Based on the current volunteer needs, we will share the role(s) that might fit your interests.
  4. Training/Orientation
    • This varies depending on your volunteer role(s).
Volunteer Application Form
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