Ministries
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Extraordinary MinistersExtraordinary Ministers for the distribution of the Eucharist are properly formed, instructed and commissioned laypersons. They could be male or female and should reflect the cultural diversity of their parish community. These ministers are appointed for a given parish community to aid in the distribution of Holy Communion at Mass. EMs are to exercise their ministry only in their own parish or institution. EMs should not perform any other liturgical ministry at the Mass at which they serve as an EM. When the situation requires, the presider of the Mass may call upon them to perform other duties such as lectors and acolytes.
If you would like to be an Extraordinary Minister, please contact your parish office and a training class will be scheduled.
In order for a person to be appointed as an Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist, the following conditions must be met:- Be a fully initiated Catholic living in harmony with the teachings of the Church and be In the state of grace
- Be of sufficient age and maturity to perform the duties of an EM at Mass
- Be chosen and appointed by the pastor for the parish entrusted to him
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Altar Servers
Altar servers have a place of prominence and distinction in the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. They assist the priest as he leads God's people in the great act of worship of God, our Father. Altar servers should strive to grasp the inner meaning of the Eucharist and the ceremonies which the Catholic Church devised to enhance the sacred meal.
If you are interested in becoming an Altar Server, please contact your parish office and a training class will be scheduled.
The role of the altar server is to bring the assembly to a fuller understanding of the liturgy and so to a greater love for God. They do this through the actions they perform and by the way in which they perform their tasks. Their behavior can be a sign of their faith and their love for God and for God’s people.
Altar servers carry the processional cross, the processional candles, hold the sacred texts for the celebrant when he is not at the altar, carry the incense and censer, present the bread, win and water to the priest during the preparation of the gifts or assist him when he receives the gifts from the people, wash the hands of the priest, and assist the priest/celebrant and deacon, as necessary.
On August 12, 2012, Pope John Paul II addressed a gathering of young altar servers in Rome and in part, said,”…the altar server occupies a privileged place in the liturgical celebration. The altar server presents himself to a community and experiences firsthand that Jesus Christ is present and active in every liturgical act. Jesus is present when the community comes together to pray and render praise to God. Jesus is present in the Word of sacred Scripture. Jesus is present above all in the Eucharist under the signs and bread and wine. He acts through the priest who, in the person of Christ, celebrates the Holy Mass and administers the sacraments. Therefore, in the liturgy, you are much more than simple ‘helpers of the parish priest.” Above all, you are servers of Jesus Christ, of the eternal High Priest. Thus, you, altar servers, are called in particular to be young friends of Jesus. Be determined to go deeper and to cultivate this friendship with Him. You will discover that in Jesus you have found a true friend for life.”
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LectorsWhat is a Lector?
This ministry may also be called reader or proclaimer of the word. A lector is a person who proclaims the first or second reading at Mass. This person also may lead the Prayers to the Faithful at
Mass.
A lector must have the qualification listed below and have a desire to minister to this capacity at the Eucharistic liturgy. This ministry in the Church requires a person who is of excellent character, and serious about the practice of their faith. The lector must believe that Sacred Scripture is the Word of God and have deep respect for God’s presence in that Word.
Who can be a Lector?- A man, a woman, or a young adult.
- A person in full communion with the Catholic Church.
- A person serious about the practice of their faith.
- A person who is willing to complete a parish formation process.
If you are interested in becoming a lector, please contact your parish office.
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