It is a privilege and sacred task to become an Extraordinary Minister of the Holy Eucharist and a blessing to those who are chosen. The ordinary ministers of Holy Communion are the priest and deacon. Extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion may be appointed to facilitate the distribution of Holy Communion and/or the Precious Blood to communicants; and to allow for a more frequent, even daily, administration of Holy Communion outside of Mass to those impeded from attending Mass because of sickness or physical weakness whether at home, in a hospital or nursing home.

The endeavors of this ministry stem from Christ's teachings at the Last Supper, when He implored us to serve one another. Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are able to assist with distribution at all Saturday and Sunday Masses, weekday Masses if needed and homebound. They can be either male or female.

Prerequisites:

• Be an exemplary Catholic
• Be eighteen (18) years of age or older
• Have received all Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Holy Eucharist and Confirmation)
• If married, be in a valid marriage recognized by the Roman Catholic Church
• Attend training before being commissioned to serve
• Ability to arrive at the scheduled Mass at least fifteen minutes before the Mass start time