Mass Ministries

Mass Ministries

Altar Servers

The role of the altar server is to facilitate the worship of the congregation as they dutifully assist the priest and deacon at Mass. This ministry is open to children and adults 10 yrs of age and older who have received their First Holy Communion. Altar Servers assist with weekend Masses and are assigned according to Mass preference.

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC)

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC) assist our priests and deacons in distributing the Body and Blood of Christ during Mass. Participation in this ministry is subject to the approval of the Pastor. EMHC's must have received the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Communion, and be in good standing with the Church.

Lectors

Lectors proclaim the first and second readings of Sacred Scripture. Lectors are trained and must be committed to prepare to proclaim the readings through prayerful study and repetitive review beforehand. This ministry is open to all Catholic adults in good standing with the Church.

Ushers

The Usher helps maintain a prayerful atmosphere in the church by directing parishioners and guests to seats, taking and securing the offertory, assisting the assigned family during the Offertory Procession. Ushers serve on a team and are scheduled to serve once a month. This ministry is open to all Catholic adults in good standing with the Church.

Greeters

Greeters offer a smile, an open door, and a sincere welcome to members and guests alike as they arrive for Mass. This is a great opportunity for individuals and families to create a hospitable atmosphere as they serve at the Mass of their choice. Greeters arrive 20 minutes prior to their scheduled Mass and can serve on a weekly or monthly basis depending on availability.

To serve in a Mass ministry, please contact Mary Isbell at parishlife@stbernardstulsa.org or call the Parish Office.