Extraordinary Ministers

Do not see in the bread and wine merely natural elements, because the Lord has expressly said that they are his body and his blood: faith assures you of this, though your senses suggest otherwise."

~ (St. Cyril of Jerusalem)

According to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), when the necessary number of ordinary ministers (bishops, priests, and deacons) are not present for the distribution of Holy Communion, members of the lay faithful may be called upon to assist their priests. 

If you are interested in being trained to become an Extraordinary Minister (EM), please contact Missy Hollis ([email protected]) for more information. EM's must be registered parishioners who have received Confirmation. All applications are sent to the rector for approval.

 Extraordinary Minister Schedule
 

Co-Cathedral of St. Thomas More

Tallahassee, Florida

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion ◦Altar Servers ◦ Lectors ◦ Ushers/Greeters

Those desiring to serve in one of these liturgical ministries must:

• Have received the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation. (Youths interested in being altar servers must be at least nine years old and have received their first Holy Communion. Youths and their parents jointly fill out a single application. Parents must meet all the requirements on the application.)

• Believe in the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist.

• Live a life of Christian faith and morals (charity, chastity, sobriety, etc.)

• Participate regularly in Sunday Mass at St. Thomas More.

• Be a registered parishioner at St. Thomas More for at least a year.

• Contribute in an identifiable way to the financial support of the parish.

• If married, be in a union recognized by the Church.

• CSU Students: Students applying for a liturgical ministry should be active members of the Catholic Student Union community, participating in events such as, but not limited to, Spirit Nights, retreats, and socials for a period of at least one semester.

Parishioners who meet the above requirements and prayerfully believe the Lord is calling them to serve his Church in this way are asked to complete this form and submit the form online. All applicants will be contacted after submitting this form.

Click here for Ministry Registration

Once your application has been approved,
our head of the ministry will contact you.