Liturgical Ministries

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

Communion servers at Mass for St. James and SS. Cyril & Methodius.

Greeters

Greet arriving parishioners

Lectors / Readers

Readers of announcements and liturgy for St. James and SS. Cyril & Methodius.

Read announcements prior to mass
Read 1st and/or 2nd Readings
Read the Prayers of the Faithful – Petitions (when no Deacon present)

Mass Servers

Assist Priest and Deacon throughout the Mass

Help the entire community celebrate the liturgy
Integral to the celebration of the Mass
(Saturday/Sunday, weekdays, and funerals)
Attend to the action and flow of the Mass
Can be students (grade 3 and up) or adults
Are trained and prepared by the Priest or other parish leader

Ushers

Assist in seating as required
Direct the passing of baskets
Direct the procession of gifts
Direct the communion procession
Distribute bulletins after mass

Contact Parish Office at (330) 393-9766 if interested in volunteering in any of these ministries.