Prepare the church for Mass in order to provide a welcoming environment, and assist the presider as needed.
As an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion, lay people can serve the Catholic Church by distributing Holy Communion during Mass. An Extraordinary Minister must be fully initiated as a member of the Church (having received the Sacrament of Baptism, First Communion, and Confirmation) This ministry is extremely spiritual and personally fulfilling.
Adults and teenagers proclaim the Scripture readings and pray the General Intercessions during Mass.
Arrive 20 minutes before Mass to extend a welcome. Assist with seating individuals before and during Mass, take up the collections and provide other assistance as needed.