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Key Reminder from
Monsignor Luna!Here is a key reminder from Msgr. Luna for your Eucharistic ministry assignment.
Once Mass has begun, all reverence needs to be directed to the Altar - NOT the tabernacle. Msgr. Luna has observed both lectors and EMs pausing in front of the tabernacle in reverence during Mass. He wanted us all to know that during Mass the reverence is shifted to the celebration centered on the Altar.
Remember, these gentle reminders are to help us keep the liturgy, holy and reverent.
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Eucharistic Ministers
Eucharistic Ministers or Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are called by God to become servants to other members of the Body of Christ. The function of an Extraordinary Minister is to assist the priest in distributing the true presence of Christ to other members during the sacrifice of the Mass.When we use the word "Extraordinary" it is a term meant to distinguish these ministers from the "ordinary" ministers of Communion--priests and deacons.
Who may serve as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion?
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Must be 16 years of age or older and have received all of the Initiation Sacraments - Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Eucharist.
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If married, the marriage must be a valid Catholic marriage.
- Must be a practicing Catholic who is a registered parishioner and who shows a deep reverence for and devotion to the Holy Eucharist by their demeanor, their attire, and the manner in which they handle the consecrated bread or wine.
What do I need to do?
To arrange for training or to ask any question you may have, please contact Krista Rashap by email at ministryscheduleratsjrg@gmail.com.
TrainingTo sign up for EM training, please sign up here or contact Krista by email ministryscheduleratsjrg@gmail.com at least two days prior to the desired training date.To ensure we have enough staff and ministers for the training days, two days prior to each training date, if no one has signed up to attend, that training may be canceled due to lack of attendance.(All training sessions take place in the Church.)- Saturday, February 2, 2019; 10 am - 12 noon
- Wednesday, April 24, 2019; 6-8 pm
- Saturday, June 22, 2019; 10 am - 12 noon
- Wednesday, August 14, 2019; 6-8 pm
- Saturday, October 5, 2019; 10 am - 12 noon
EM procedures as of November 2017.
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GENTLE REMINDER!Please be sure to sign in as you arrive at Mass to serve your assignment. At 15 minutes prior to the start of Mass, substitutes will be searched out to replace anyone on the schedule who has not yet signed in. It is critical that we have all positions filled, especially now that cups have returned. If you are unable to serve your assigned time --- PLEASE REQUEST A SUB as soon as possible. If you prefer to swap assignments with another minister, it would be greatly appreciated if you notify Krista so that she can make the changes in the schedule so the sign in sheets print accurately and so that your serving history is accurate.
Click here for the latest Eucharistic Minister Schedule
Don't forget! You can get to the web link below but you must have your login information to access the site. If you have misplaced that information, please contact Krista at ministryscheduleratsjrg@gmail.com.
We use Ministry Scheduler Pro to schedule our ministry members. You can get to the Ministry Scheduler Pro by clicking here. Please login to the scheduler to make changes to your personal profile or to request a substitute.
This short video demonstrates how to use the Web Terminal. (The video can also be accessed once you are logged in by clicking on the Help tab at any time.) If you have any questions or concerns please contact Krista by email at ministryscheduleratsjrg@gmail.com.
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