Ministries
Ministries in the Catholic Church are important because they help to carry out the Church's mission, serve the faithful, and promote the good of the community.
Liturgical ministries
- Sacristans: A church official who prepares the church for worship services and maintains the church's supplies
- Altar servers: Assist the priest during Mass, which is the priest's main purpose
- Lectors: Read the Scriptures during Mass
- Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Share communion with the faithful
- Music ministers: Lead the choir or sing as a cantor
Education
- Reach out to adolescents and young adults
- Accompany young people on their journey of faith
- Teach gospel values like compassion, forgiveness, and acceptance
Importance of ministries
- Ministries help to carry out the Church's mission
- Ministries help to serve the faithful
- Ministries help to promote the good of the community
- Ministries help to ensure that the liturgy is performed in a dignified and reverend manner
- Ministries help to fully utilize the talents and gifts of the Christian community