EXTRAORDINARY MINISTER OF THE EUCHARIST TO THE SICK AND SHUT-INS

Purpose

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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

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Ministers

Talents/Skills Required

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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

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Required. See Archdiocesan website.

http://www.halifaxyarmouth.org/index.php/policies/responsible-ministry

Last updated

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September 2016