St. André Bessette Parish
Holy Cross Church (Middle Musquodoboit) St. Bernard Church (Enfield) St. Rose of Lima Church (Fall River)
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTER OF THE EUCHARIST TO THE SICK AND SHUT-INS
Purpose
To facilitate the distribution of Holy Communion to the Sick and Shut-ins
Time Commitment
One Lord’s Day Mass a week, a couple of times per month based on a rotation depending on the number of Extraordinary
Ministers
Talents/Skills Required
Be a practicing Catholic, at least 19 years of age
Must have received the sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist)
Follow the strict guidelines required to bring the Eucharist to the sick (training to be provided)
Keep silent, pray and be reverent while bearing the Eucharist
Be compassionate, respectful and maintain confidence
Have a valid driver’s license and/or access to a vehicle
Travel with an unrelated co-Extraordinary Minister (must work in pairs)
Responsible Ministry Protocol
Required. See Archdiocesan website.
http://www.halifaxyarmouth.org/index.php/policies/responsible-ministry
Last updated
September 2016