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Sacristans
Contact Sara Edwards 363.0414
Sacristans are charged with the care of the Sacred Species and the sacristy. We
- Prepare the gifts to be brought before the altar
- Arrange the sacred vessels before Mass in anticipation of the needs of the celebration
- Prepare the area around the ambo and altar for the celebration of the sacred liturgy
- Assist the presiding priest(s), deacon, lectors, altar servers, and Eucharistic ministers in preparing for and carrying out the celebration
- Assure proper treatment of the Holy Species - the Sacred Blood and Blessed Sacrament - during and after the celebration.
- Keep the Holy Tabernacle secure
- Work to assure a smooth celebration of the liturgies
You can serve as a Sacristan. We rotate at daily Masses, weekend Masses, holy days, the Triduum, at 1st Communion, Confirmation, and funerals.
Requirements
- a registered parishioner
- be approved by the pastor
- 15 years or older
- wish to serve God
Training and meetings are held as necessary. Time commitment varies per Mass: about 30 minutes for daily Masses and a half hour before and after Sunday Masses.
Interested in becoming a Sacristan? Contact Sara Edwards 363.0414