Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion Covenant and Participation Form-2019/20

We are now beginning the annual process of renewing and recruiting Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, in accordance with the Diocese of Orange. We ask you to prayerfully discern your commitment by:

1) Reading and reflecting on the Covenant Agreement that follows.
2) Completing the online form below.

FAITH OF THE EXTRAORDINARY MINISTER OF HOLY COMMUNION

• I have a desire to bring the Sacrament of the Body and Blood of Christ to God’s people.
• I faithfully participate in the Sunday Eucharist and sincerely try to live the Gospel message in my communal and individual life.

SKILLS OF THE EXTRAORDINARY MINISTER OF HOLY COMMUNION

• I am attentive and present to others when giving Holy Communion.
• I strive to be reverent when giving Holy Communion to others by my eye contact, smile and gentle serving of the Body and Blood of Christ.
• I show joy and delight in the sharing of the Lord’s Body and Blood.
• I am comfortable with verbal communication and touching another with ease.

 WORK OF THE EXTRAORDINARY MINISTER OF HOLY COMMUNION

• I consider this Ministry as an opportunity to serve.
• I extend the gift of hospitality to all.
• I come prepared to serve at any liturgy I attend.
• I dress appropriately as a minister at the Lord’s Table.

 LIFESTYLE OF THE EXTRAORDINARY MINISTER OF HOLY COMMUNION

• I am a member of St. Martin’s, attend Sunday liturgy, am fully initiated, and a Catholic in good standing (if married, married in the Catholic Church).
• I continue to have the passion and enthusiasm to serve in this Ministry.
• I continue to have the time to fully participate in this Ministry.
• I have made a commitment to the Ministry and will arrange for a substitute as needed, or communicate to the assigned coordinators, if a problem.
• I am punctual and arrive early to sign-in.
• I check email regularly for ministry updates and schedule changes, and respond as needed.
• I come to Mass dressed to serve, and understand that my appearance presents a model for others to follow.