Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

Mission

To contribute to the celebration of the mass by assisting the priest in the distribution of Holy Communion.

Activity / Explanation

Parishes have extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion to assist the ordinary ministers – the bishop, priests, and deacons – in distributing Communion to the faithful, usually as part of the celebration of Mass, but also for the sick and homebound.

Meeting Frequency

As Scheduled or invited

Meeting Location

Sacristy