Readers

To proclaim God’s Sacred Scripture at Mass and other liturgical celebrations

Description 

Readers read parish announcements at the beginning of weekend Mass and proclaim Scripture, and for daily Mass, the Responsorial Psalm.


Time commitment 

Approximately 1-2 hours per week in addition to Mass time (30m for daily; 1 hr weekend)


Help Needed

Seeking Lectors for all weekend Mass times, daily noon Mass, Holy Days of Obligation, and other liturgical celebrations


Skills or Talents 

  • Ability to clearly & effectively read aloud in front of the parish 
  • Has an understanding of the overarching story of Scripture


Training

Readers will be required to attend one training session (1.5 hrs)


Benefits of Serving

  • Feeling the Holy Spirit proclaim God’s Word through your voice
  • Develop a greater understanding and deeper love of Scripture
  • Increase knowledge of the liturgical calendar
  • Help others encounter God in His Word


Scripture

"How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, “Your God reigns!” 

Isaiah 52:7

Contact

Parish Office to inquire

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