Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion Covenant and Participation Form-2021/22

We are now beginning the annual process of renewing 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 through 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 15 minutes 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.