At St. Joseph Calasanctius, there are many opportunities to become involved in the celebration of Holy Mass. It is encouraged that our parishioners become a part of one or more of these ministries:

Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion

• Is trained to distribute Holy Communion within the celebration of Holy Mass
• Is trained to administer Communion to the Sick
• Provides this ministry to the homebound in their residence as well in the Austinburg Rehabilitation Center and Jefferson Healthcare Center.

Lector

• Is trained to proclaim the Word of God
• Is included in weekday as well as Sunday celebrations of Holy Mass
• Is instituted to proclaim the readings from Sacred Scripture with the exception of the Gospel
• May also announce the intentions for the Universal Prayer in the absence of the Deacon

Greeter

• Welcomes parishioners to the celebration of Holy Mass
• Distributes bulletins
• Directs parishioners and visitors to different areas of the Church and Hall

 

Altar Server

• Receives training about how to assist the pastor during the celebration of Holy Mass
• Is placed on a rotation schedule
• May be an adult or child that has received First Holy Communion
• Contacts a substitute when unable to serve
• Arrives 15 minutes prior to the start of Holy Mass

Usher

• Takes up the collection at Mass
• Helps to direct visitors to open seating
• Directs parishioners and visitors to different areas of the Church and Hall