General Description of the Ministry:
The Altar Server assists the Priest and the Deacon in the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass and serves at weddings, funerals, and other liturgical celebrations.
Requirements
- Is age 10 or older
- Is committed to service to the community
- Understands and appreciates the liturgy, worship, and sacraments.
- Able to stay focused and avoid distracting movements so as not to draw attention away from the Liturgy (sit straight, feet on floor, etc).
- Knows which tasks are assigned to this ministry and is diligent in carrying these tasks out.
- Attends training sessions and is willing to take direction.
- Arrives early enough to carry out tasks without hurry and prepares for the liturgy.
- Dresses appropriately according to parish norms.
- Is faithful to the schedule and substitute list.
- Is willing to substitute when necessary.
Skills:
- Is comfortable in front of people
- Can show the proper attitude during the performance of tasks with Respect, Reverence, Attention and Care.
- Has a willingness to learn about the structure of the liturgy, including weddings and funerals, and liturgical terms. Can memorize the parts of the liturgy.
Contact:
- Karl M Noah
- St. Joseph Altar Server Coordinator
- kmnoah62@gmail.com
- 301-668-2235
Altar Server Schedule: Jan — Feb 2012
Altar Server Schedule: Nov – Dec 2011
Altar Server Parent Guidelines
Announcement:
Altar Servers serve the community’s prayer by helping to make the ritual of the Mass proceed with style and grace. They remind us at every weekend Mass that in the task of worship there is a place for everyone. Their ministry includes being an example to the rest of the community through their faithful attention and participation during the liturgy.
Altar Server training took place on Sunday, August 28th at 12:30 pm in Lapointe Hall. St. Joseph is happy to report that six new young parishioners became Altar Servers. With the addition of these six, St. Joseph has a total of 31 Altar Servers.
If you are between the ages of 10 and 17 years and are interested in this important ministry, please don’t hesitate to contact Karl Noah at the contact information above.
