St. Henry Catholic Church - OK: Liturgical Ministry: You Can Get Involved In Mass!

Eucharistic Ministers:	Commissioned by the Bishop every two years to assist the celebrant in distributing the Body and Blood of Christ during Mass.
Ushers:	Support the celebration of the Eucharist by: getting the Church ready for Mass (lights, A/C) making sure all liturgical ministers are present, getting replacements as needed, helping with overflow crowds and special seating needs, taking up collections, preparing for gift bearers, and other duties as explained during training.
Greeters:	Hospitality beings at the doors where Greeters serve by welcoming all who attend Mass to make everyone feel "at home" at St. Henry. They also assist by handing out programs or bulletins and straightening the sanctuary after each Mass.
Lectors:	Proclaim the Word of God during Mass. Lectionary work books and training are provided to assist individuals with the necessary advance preparation. Lectors may also read announcements.
Alter Servers:	Assist the priest and deacon during Mass by carrying the cross and candles, holding prayer books, and other necessary activities. Both children and adults who have celebrated the sacrament of First Eucharist and have completed third grade are eligible.
Music Ministry:	Enhances the celebration of liturgy. While we are all called to Music Ministry by joyfully participating in the Mass, specific stewardship opportunities including serving as: cantors, adult and youth choir members and instrumentalists. Participation generally involves weekly rehearsal. Music Ministry is a form of service that includes bringing others to active participation in the Mass through song. For more information visit the Music Page.
Gift Bearers:	Bring forward the bread and wine, our treasure (in the form of donations), a book of petitions for our special prayer requests, all in the name of the entire community. Individuals as well as families may sign up to be gift bearers.

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