Liturgical Ministries

Liturgical Ministries

Acolyte (Server) 

The Acolyte prepares, sets up, and cleans up for the liturgy. They also assist the Presider during the liturgy. Acolytes need to have a good sense of the flow of the Liturgy to be able to be ready to assist as needed. Formation will be provided.


Lector (Reader)

The Lector proclaims the scriptures of liturgy. Practicing the readings before arriving at church is essential.


Eucharistic Minister for Liturgy

The Eucharistic Minister assists with the distribution of communion. They also take an active role in cleaning the vessels after the Liturgy. Eucharistic Ministers are asked to have been Baptized and Confirmed (or in the process of Confirmation).


Art & Environment

The Art & Environment Ministry helps beautify and maintain the worship space for different liturgical seasons. Volunteers collaborate to arrange decorations for Lent, Advent, etc., that foster a reverent space for worship.

Eucharistic Minister to the Sick or Homebound

This ministry links those parishioners who cannot attend mass to the church community through shared Eucharist, prayer, conversation, and information. Ministers must be safe-guarded.


Ministers of Hospitality – Ushers

This ministry consists of men and women who gather the collection, enlist volunteers to bring up the gifts, usher the communion procession, clean up the pews and church after Liturgy, and help to provide a welcoming atmosphere.


Ministers of Hospitality – Greeters

This ministry provides a welcoming atmosphere to the members of the congregation. By extending a warm greeting, they set the tone of hospitality that is part of the parish mission. This ministry is one where all members of the family can participate.

To get involved, contact:

Lisa Cronin, Director of Music and Liturgy

(262) 473-3143 ext. 114

lisa@stpatrickwhitewater.org