lectors

• To proclaim the good news of the Lord to the assembly.
• To enable the assembly to hear the word that is to shape their lives.
• To share in the work of the Lord’s Spirit who opens the hearts of the assembly to God’s holy word.
• To be a messenger of God’s love for all people.

• A fully initiated Catholic, one who has received the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and First Eucharist and is in good standing in the church.
• Be active in the Catholic faith and registered member of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church Community.

• Be willing to grow in knowledge and understanding of the scriptures.
• Prepare, study readings prior to service.
• Be aware of your scheduled Ministry date and arriving in a timely fashion, i.e., at least 15 minutes before Mass starts and check in at the schedule in the vestibule and with the Liturgy Coordinator.
• Personally find a substitute if needed.
• Attend training sessions, and Workshops when scheduled.

Dress according to the dignity of the Ministry:

• For men: dress shirt and tie is preferable (jacket optional)
• For women: a dress or skirt of appropriate length, or dress slacks, appropriate top (no halter tops or tops with spaghetti straps)
• For both: NO shorts, sweat suits, jeans, crop pants, sneakers, t-shirts, tank tops

Note:  Even if not scheduled for a particular Mass, please come appropriately dressed, stop in the check-in area, and offer to be a substitute if needed.