An Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion is a lay person commissioned to share the Body and Blood of Christ with his/her fellow worshippers in the assembly. Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are selected by the pastor with prayerful consideration of the needs of the community and the qualifications of the individual.

Preparation for this ministry includes:

• formal instruction through the Diocesan Office of Liturgy upon the recommendation of the Pastor;
• parish instruction as to local customs and responsibilities;
• formal commissioning at a parish liturgy, to distribute Eucharist from the altar only;
• attendance at a diocesan scheduled morning of reflection….session is required once every two years for mandate renewal.