Lectors proclaim the Word of God as a living dialogue that allows the assembly to hear and respond to God’s presence among us at Sunday Mass and other liturgies.
How the Ministry Works:
Volunteers wishing to become Lectors are asked to attend an initial ninety-minute training session
Lectors are required to attend a yearly training/day of reflection.
Lectors submit Mass preference information and dates of unavailability for each schedule period as requested by the Liturgy and Music office.
On average, Lectors are scheduled two or three times per quarter, depending on Mass preference and the number of others available for the same Mass(es).
Expectations:
Lectors are fully-initiated parishioners who are at least 16 years of age.
Lectors should have a good familiarity with the sacred nature of the texts proclaimed.
Lectors should be qualified to read aloud in public and trained in the art of public proclamation. They should be able to proclaim the scriptures with conviction, clarity, and skill.
Lectors should thoroughly prepare for each assignment.
Lectors should arrive at Mass at least 15 minutes early and check-in with Sacristan.