Liturgical Ministries

When the Sacred Scriptures are read in the Church, God himself speaks to his people, and Christ, present in his word, proclaims the Gospel. Therefore, the readings from the Word of God are to be listened to reverently by everyone, for they are an element of the greatest importance in the Liturgy. (General Instruction of the Roman Missal [GIRM], no. 29)
The Readers:

• Proclaims the Sacred Scripture at weekday and Sunday Mass and, if no Deacon, the Prayers of the Faithful. They may also read the welcome and announcements.
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• Coordinator: Maggie Stopka, Liturgy Coordinator.

The administration of Holy Communion during the Mass is truly a ministry. It is the ministry of bringing the sacrament of the Body and Blood of Christ to the People of God. It is also the ministry of witnessing to faith in the real presence of Christ in the action of sharing in the Eucharistic meal of Christ’s sacrifice. Therefore, the Eucharist ministry should be treated with utmost dignity and reverence.
The EMHC at Mass:

• Helps to distribute the Most Holy Eucharist at the Mass. 
• Coordinator: Maggie Stopka, Liturgy Coordinator.

People experience the presence of Jesus Christ in the world through the ministry of the Church. The first task of the parish community is to reach out to all people in Christian love and service. Christian hospitality draws people together, opens them to participation, and sets the tone for the liturgy.

• Greeters welcome parishioners as they enter the church building at weekend Masses and help create a warm and welcoming atmosphere in the church. Greeters are scheduled to offer welcome at one Mass each month. This is a wonderful ministry in which the whole family can get involved.
• Coordinator: Maggie Stopka, Liturgy Coordinator.

The sacristans prepare the sanctuary for all liturgical events, mainly for the weekend and daily Masses. They must be aware of all the necessary items for the Mass and set them out. Many liturgies require some detail and difference.

• Prepares the church for Mass. May open and unlock the church, prepare vessels for the Mass (including bread and wine), and set out liturgical books and candles. Then, after Mass, cleans and puts all these things away. In addition, they may also act as coordinators for other liturgical volunteers at the Mass to assure that different positions are covered. Reader, Eucharistic Ministers, Ushers, etc.
• Coordinator: Maggie Stopka, Liturgy Coordinator.