The minister in charge shall determine who needs and desires communion under the. Handbook for eucharistic ministers and eucharistic visitors. A manual for the licensing of lay ministries 808 west state street trenton, new jersey 08618 5326. In bringing communion to them the minister of communion represents christ and manifests faith and charity on behalf of the whole community toward those who cannot be. Extraordinary minister of holy communion training manual. Its mission is to show forth christ through a life of monastic prayer, hospitality and service. Prior to the current lay ministry canons, specially licensed lay readers administered the. This book is a precious gift to the church practical wisdom abounds here. The book of common prayer defines four orders of ministers in the church. A eucharistic minister should normally act under the direction of a deacon, if any, or otherwise, the member of the clergy or other leader exercising oversight of the congregation or other community of faith. Eucharistic minister a eucharistic minister is a lay person authorized to administer the consecrated elements both bread and wine at a celebration of holy eucharist.
This handbook for eucharistic ministers has been prayerfully written and developed in response to the need in the episcopal diocese of oklahoma for a resource for both lay persons who engage in this pastoral ministry, whether it be eucharistic minister or eucharistic visitor, and clergy who are responsible for training and equipping them. Guidelines for eucharistic ministers and visitors 1. The book of common prayer defines four orders of ministers in the. In the american book of common prayer 1928, a lay person was allowed to read the epistle new testament lesson and nothing else. Extraordinary ministers of holy communion 3 eucharistic fast regulations, and the permission granted by paul vi to restore the ancient practice of communion under forms of both bread and wine have made necessary additional ministers. All other eucharistic ministers should gather in the back of church after the conclusion of the our father. A manual for eucharistic visitors offers practical guidance on preparing for and administering holy communion in home, hospital, and other settings.
The title of the newest edition reflects the change in a canon by the general convention of the episcopal church. The parish makes its own determination as to the number of ministers needed on a standing basis in order to provide for the liturgical needs of weekend and weekday masses, and the pastoral needs of communion to the sick. The ministry of the eucharistic minister thus came about as a direct. This work is the fruit of much collaboration with the leaders who help organize this invaluable ministry to the people of god. Dear extraordinary ministers of the eucharist, it is with great pleasure that i present to you the new extraordinary ministers of the eucharist handbook. A eucharistic minister, also known as a communion steward, is an individual that assists in the distribution of holy communion to the congregation of a christian church. Lay eucharistic visitors specially licensed to take the sacrament to those who are ill. A meditation on the eucharistic life manual for eucharistic adoration a manual for eucharistic visitors in the presence. The purpose of the handbook on licensed lay ministry is to provide a resource for clergy and congregations on calling, training, and setting apart lay ministers to serve in the worship of the church. Process down the center aisle with the gospel book. Eucharistic ministers qualifications training general.
Lay eucharistic visitors specially licensed to take the. General principles in every celebration of the eucharist, there should be a sufficient number of ministers of holy communion so that it may be distributed in a reverent and orderly manner. Eucharistic minister, or more properly lay eucharistic minister lem, is used to denote a lay person who assists the priest in administering the sacraments of holy communion, the consecrated bread and wine. Stephen ministry training manual download ebook pdf. All the materials in this handbook reflect the changes in the national canons 2003 regarding lay ministries.
Starting a lay pastoral care ministry team episcopal. It offers indepth teaching on the meaning of the eucharist. One option given in the occasional service book is for the following to be read. Licensed lay ministries episcopal diocese of central florida. As an extraordinary minister of the eucharist, commonly referred to as a eucharistic minister, lay people can serve the catholic church by distributing holy communion during mass and bringing it to the homebound. A manual for lay eucharistic ministers, beth wickenberg ely, morehouse publishing, 1991. Click to read more about a manual for lay eucharistic ministers in the episcopal church by beth wickenberg ely. They may also take the sacraments to those who are ill, or otherwise unable to attend mass. Extraordinary ministers of holy communion training manual. The minister in charge of a congregation shall instruct the congregation through sermons, newsletters, and teachings on the reasons for commissioning lay persons for these ministries. The purpose of the handbook on licensed lay ministry is to provide a resource for clergy and congregations in calling, training, and setting apart lay ministers to serve in the worship of the church.
Eucharistic minister home the episcopal diocese of. Ordinary visits to the sick, the elderly, and the infirm. Guidelines and protocols for extraordinary ministers of the. Eucharistic minister, or more properly lay eucharistic. Helena offer to members of the clergy two free overnight reservations per calendar year for rest and refreshment. Elys a manual for lay eucharistic ministers, 3rd printing 1993 pp.
A eucharistic minister should normally act under the direction of a deacon, if any, or otherwise, the member of the clergy or other leader. Helena is a religious order for lay and ordained women in the episcopal church. Bless our brothers and sisters, who have responded to the needs of our parish and wish to commit themselves to your service. The lay ministry education program encourages one to read a manual for lay eucharistic ministers by elizabeth ely 1991. Sacramental ministry is one of the key distinguishing marks of the exercise of holy orders. Lay eucharistic minister or lem, pastoral lay eucharistic minister or plem, and lay reader or reader historical and theological background over the past two or three decades, a major shift has taken place in what is considered the. A eucharistic minister acts under the direction of a deacon, or under the member of the clergy who oversees the congregation or community of faith. Eucharistic ministers, also called extraordinary ministers of holy communion, help priests to prepare and to serve the eucharistholy communionat mass. The spirituality of eucharistic adoration a lay ministers guide to the book of common prayer as i lay dying as i lay frying. Lay eucharistic minister, pastoral lay eucharistic minister lay reader the administration of holy communion is inherently clerical in nature.
It is the responsibility of pastors, chaplains and religious superiors, within their respective jurisdictions, to evaluate the need for extraordinary ministers of holy communion. Lay eucharistic minister training page 5 of 7 march 29, 2014 wait for the deacon to stand on your left and reverence when the deacon reverences the altar. In the case of sickness, this grave inconvenience may be physical or it may be moral. A eucharistic minister acts under the direction of a deacon, if any, or otherwise, the member of the clergy or other leader exercising oversight of the congregation or other community of faith. The exception to this rule is contained in canon 910. Questions about eucharistic ministers catholic exchange. A special thanks to the episcopal diocese of albany, ny, for their handbook for eucharistic ministers and eucharistic visitors, from which this handbook for eucharistic ministers has its foundation. Sec 6 a eucharistic minister is a lay person authorized to administer the consecrated elements at a celebration of holy eucharist. This guide, updated to include changes to the canons, also offers suggestions on how to prepare oneself spiritually to present the sacrament, what to do when visitng the sick or shutin parishioner with the eucharist, and how to prepare a sacred. This practical volume explores every aspect of serving as a eucharistic minister in the catholic church. A lay ministers guide to the book of common prayer. Further the awareness and understanding of the role and duties of the lay eucharistic minister with this easytounderstand manual. At a time when our population is aging, caring for older adults is especially relevant. Dec 02, 2005 if the lay minister remains uncertain about a prayer, a reading, or an action to be carried out during the rite, he or she should consult with the pastor.
Licensed lay ministries training guidetheory introduction for all levels of license. This practical guide covers everything a lay eucharistic minister does, offering suggestions on how to prepare oneself spiritually to present the sacrament, isbn 9780819228147 buy the the cup of salvation. A manual for lay eucharistic ministers, 3 rd printing 1993 pp. A handbook for lay extraordinary ministers of holy communion god of glory, your beloved son has shown us that true worship comes from humble and contrite hearts. A manual for lay eucharistic ministers in the episcopal church. In other words, as a rule, a cleric is supposed to distribute communion. Extraordinary ministers of holy communion training manual eucharistic minister guidelines extraordinary ministers of holy communion, who have received sufficient spiritual, theological, pastoral and practical preparation to fulfill their role with knowledge and reverence, exercise in a distinct way their.
This provides a unified curriculum for eucharistic ministers. The minister observes the communicants signal either the upturned palms of. Notes lay eucharistic ministers should vest in cassock and surplice when serving the chalice. Process down the center aisle with the gospel book, facing forward and the. Extraordinary ministers of holy communion may be appointed in parishes, religious houses, and chaplaincies in situations of genuine pastoral need where ordinary ministers are not available or are insufficient in number. Lems usually vest in cassock and surplice rather than alb. It is to what you are that you reply amen, and by replying subscribe.
Madams, ministers, playboys, and the battle for americas soul wilson british prime ministers meditations for lay eucharistic ministers faithful servant series elements of biblical. The two corporals are folded and returned to the drawer in the sacristy. Eucharistic ministervisitor training the episcopal diocese. A eucharistic minister is a lay person authorized to administer the consecrated elements at a celebration of holy eucharist. Extraordinary minister, and exposition of the blessed sacrament normal postures is standingbook of blessingsthis liturgical book includes blessings pertaining to persons, to objects, and to various occasions, as well as blessings and services connected with official parish events. If, then, you are christs body and his members, it is your own mystery which you receive. At the option of the lay minister the bible readings available from the lectionary or other resource could be read here. A lay pastoral care team is a group of people dedicated to supporting people with specific needs. Clergy resources the episcopal church in south carolina.
As a eucharistic minister, ones first and primary ministry is to the lord himself. Eucharistic ministers handbook st pius x catholic church. All eucharistic ministers will proceed in two lines down the middle aisle during the sign of peace. This is an ideal ministry for laity as they often have longterm relationships with older members.
A handbook for lay extraordinary ministers of holy communion. Ministry of holy communion for the sick and homebound. Stephen ministry training manual download ebook pdf, epub. Eucharistic minister a eucharistic minister is a lay person authorized to administer the consecrated elements both. Several copies are in the resource center and can be borrowed. Guidelines for lay eucharistic visitors diocese of milwaukee. Eucharistic ministervisitor training the episcopal. The lay eucharistic ministers handbook by ann tomalak, 9781853115509, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Canon law and the lay minister of holy communion ideally, catholics should approach the eucharist during the holy sacrifice of the mass. Once standing erect, pick up the gospel book then turn and face the congregation. Allow a moment for the communicant to respond amen.
The host minister will lead and reverently hold up the ciborium with both hands. The eucharist is the sacred sacrament, which for catholics and other christian denominations becomes the body and blood of christ with a priests consecration of communion wafers and wine. The lay eucharistic ministers handbook book depository. This is the previous edition of my updated book a manual for eucharistic visitors, published by morehouse in 1997. The eucharist constitutes the very life of the church, for the lord said, i am the bread of life. There is a simple process that you must follow in order to become a eucharistic minister. Liturgical and pastoral norms for eucharistic ministers. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Nevertheless, it is not always possible for christs faithful to do so without grave inconvenience. In certain cases, lay eucharistic ministers may read sermons authorized by the bishop or the rectorvicar in charge of the congregation. The cruets are brought back to the sacristy, rinsed thoroughly and put on their sides on the tray to dry.
Ministry of holy communion for the sick and homebound inspiration the faithful who are ill are deprived of their rightful and accustomed place in the eucharistic community. A lay minister of holy communion may be called to visit the sick in a number of different surroundings. A manual for eucharistic ministers a guide to prayer for ministers and other servants sin in the second city. Eucharistic ministers a eucharistic minister is a lay person authorized to administer the consecrated elements at a celebration of holy eucharist when an adequate number of clergy is not present.
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