Life as a Extraordinary Minister is one of both being and giving the Body of Christ. Those who take on this ministry must, above all else know how to be truly present to others. It is important for Extraordinary Ministers to have, or soon acquire, a grace in movement and reverence in touch, since their work involves taking in hand the vessels of consecrated bread and wine and sharing them with everyone. Their reverence for what they carry is seen and felt by all, not as false humility, but as a pure joy and delight in the sharing of the Lord's body and blood.
This ministry is open to baptized and confirmed men, women, young adults, and youth. Please call if you are interested in serving as a Extraordinary Minister .
By "extraordinary" we do not mean special, distinguished or set apart. The ordinary ministers of the Eucharist are the priests and deacons. The extraordinary ministers of communion assist with the distribution of Holy Communion, under both species, and are often called upon to set-up for Mass, and clean the vessels after they have been purified by the priest or deacon.
Those who are called to this ministry must, above all else, know how to be truly present to others in the moment they have. They are brothers and sisters in this very body and blood they are sharing, and not only speak their own faith in saying "body of Christ," they call forth the faith of the one receiving. They may also bring the Holy Eucharist to those who are homebound, in nursing homes or hospitals, or in prison.
To be an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion, you must be a Roman Catholic, at least 18 years old, who has received the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. If married, you must have received the Sacrament of Marriage in the Catholic Church.
Ministry formation and training sessions are offered throughout the year with the expectation of regular attendance.