GOAL: To distribute the Eucharist at Mass and to take Communion to the sick and to the dying; to preside at Communion Services.
The Eucharist constitutes the very life of the Church, for the Lord said, "I am the bread of life. No one who comes to me shall ever be hungry; no one who believes in me shall ever thirst.” John 6:35
Info: If you feel called to serve and have not been trained, please plan to attend. Your willingness to serve as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion, reflects not only response to your Baptismal call to serve the people of God, but a commitment to Christ as you share in the preaching, teaching and leading aspects of the church. Your willingness to commit to a monthly schedule, to prepare properly for your service and to arrive on time dressed appropriately for Mass, further reflects that commitment. We ask that you sincerely discern if you are being called to this liturgical ministry. Those called to be an Extraordinary Minister of the Holy Communion: • are a fully initiated Catholic (have received the sacrament of Confirmation) •are in good standing with the church; and an active and REGISTERED MEMBER of St. Maximilian Kolbe parish. • are one that participates regularly in the sacramental life of the church and acts as an example to the other faithful by piety and reverence for this Most Holy sacrament of the Altar. • agree to participate in the mandated Diocesan and Parish training. For any questions or more information please contact the parish office.