[PDF] Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion 5 p.m. Mass Saturday

What does an extraordinary minister of Holy Communion do?

The extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion are part of the faithful that form a holy people. They are to take an active part in Mass by joining in the prayers and the singing, the hearing of the word of God and in the common offering of Sacrifice. Their gestures and postures should be observed in common with all the faithful.

How is communion distributed in the church?

In every celebration of the Eucharist, there should be a sufficient number of ministers of Holy Communion so that it may be distributed in a reverent and orderly manner. Bishops, priests and deacons distribute Holy Communion in virtue of their office as ordinary ministers of the Body and Blood of the Lord.

How many ministers are needed for Holy Communion?

At every celebrating of the Eucharist there should be sufficient number of ministers for Holy Communion so that it can be distributed in a reverent and orderly manner. Additionally, the sick and those unable to participate at the Eucharistic celebration have a spiritual need to receive Holy Communion.

How many ministers are assigned for a Sunday Mass?

Typically, there are two ministers of the Body (host) and six ministers of the Blood (chalice) assigned for each weekend Mass, with the exception of the Sunday 5:00PM Mass, in which only Ministers of the Body are assigned as the Precious Blood is not given to the congregation.