The Eucharistic Ministers is a body of lay people authorized by the Church to help offer the Body and Blood of Christ to the congregation at Mass. This liturgical ministry involves the energies of members who are active in living out their faith and have a deep personal love of the Blessed Sacrament and for the liturgical worship of the Church. All Eucharistic Ministers must be at least 16 years of age and of good faith, having received the sacraments of initiation. They are commissioned by the Diocese. They receive extensive training at the Diocese level. With proper authorization, this ministry recruits qualified members of the Church as the need arises. They also assist the pastor by taking Holy Communion to the sick and shut-ins of the parish.
All cohabitating Eucharistic Ministers must be living within the precepts of the Catholic Church, that is, with the benefits of the Sacrament of holy matrimony and not having been divorced. For further information on this ministry, contact Mrs. Annmarie Alexander at (718) 712-9759.
