The Eucharist Minister at Mass
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC) assist the priest in distributing the Sacred Body and Blood of Christ at Mass. Their love for the Eucharist is reflected in their love for the members of the Body of Christ, the Church. The celebration of Mass as the action of Christ and the People of God is the center of the whole Christian life for the Church both universal and local, as well as for each of the faithful individually.
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion also take communion to the sick and home-bound, providing a link between all parishioners: those who attend Mass and those who are not able.
The requirements to be an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion are:
- Registered Member of St. Gabriel, St. Nicholas, or Prince of Peace.
- Fully initiated Roman Catholic (received Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist)
- At least 16 years old.
- If married, must be a validly married in the Catholic Church by a Priest or Deacon.
- Participating Catholic (attends Mass every Sunday and make regular confession).
- Attend required trainings as scheduled.
For more information about the EMHC ministry please contact the parish office at 360-876-2762, or email Mark McKibben, Director of Liturgy for Parish Family 52 at [email protected] .
Your information will be given to the EMHC Coordinator, who will contact you and set up a training date.