Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist (EM's) assist priests and deacons with the distribution of the Holy Eucharist at Mass and to the sick and home-bound. By distributing the Holy Eucharist—at Mass, in a hospital or at a residence—the Extraordinary Minister communicates the Father’s great love for us through the Body of Christ. What greater gift could one human provide to another? 

Do you feel called to serve as an Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist?
 

Membership:  Our Parish considers for membership to this extraordinary ministry an individual who meets the following qualifications:

• Is a registered parishioner.
• Is a practicing Catholic and a positive witness to the Christian way of life.
• Has received the sacraments of Baptism, First Eucharist and Confirmation.
• Attends Sunday Mass regularly.
• If married, within a wedding bond that is recognized in the Roman Catholic Church.

Commitments:  Parishioners accepting an invitation to join the ministry make the following commitments:

• Attend initial training session.
• Attend 2-3 ministry meetings per year, which are held to review process and procedures, address any issues that may arise, as well as to nurture and strengthen the faith and spirituality of ministry members.
• Become knowledgeable about current ministry Process & Procedures and fully abide by them to the best of one's ability.
• Review the published Quarterly Schedule for Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist and fulfill scheduled Mass assignments, or make arrangements ahead of time for adequate substitution when unable to meet a particular scheduled assignment.
• Timely communicate to ministry chairpeople any changes in contact information and/or serving availability.
• Ensure that manner of dress and actions consistently show reverence for the sacredness of Eucharist and the privilege of assisting at Liturgy.