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LECTOR
The lector proclaims the scripture and leads General Intercessions at Sunday mass. This inpidual must have a love for scripture and a passion for delivering it in a way that parishioners hear and understand the readings.
USHERS and GREETERS
Ushers or Ministers of Hospitality serve the important task of welcoming parishioners and visitors to Mass, distribute any materials/programs needed for Mass, assist with taking collections, usher at Communion, and distribute Parish bulletins after the Eucharist.
ALTAR SERVERS
Girls and boys, grades 5th-12th, assist the presider during Mass or liturgical celebrations by lighting the altar candles, preparing the altar, and carrying the cross in and out of the church with the priest. One or two Masses are required per month after initial formation by the parish. Adult servers are also welcome.
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MINISTER OF HOLY COMMUNION & MINISTER OF HOLY COMMUNION TO THE SICK
Volunteers to this important ministry that have a love and reverence for the Eucharist are called to assist with distributing Communion at Eucharist during all Masses, in the home, or hospital. Parishioners who have received the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation and are regular communicants are welcome to serve. Those who are called to serve will attend an initial formation consisting of a two-hour session which is held several times a year, as well as periodic follow-up formation.
SACRISTAN
A Sacristan prepares liturgical vessels, books, bread, and wine.
ADULT ACOLYTES
Acolytes are women and men who assist the presider during mass or liturgical celebrations.
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