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The Ministry of Altar Serving gives children an opportunity to express their spirituality and find out more about our faith. It is an important avenue for our young to become involved in the spiritual life of the Church.
Altar Servers add to the solemnity of the Mass and make it an offering that includes all generations. It provides an opportunity for children to have a visible role in the parish community as they help to lead the worship.
Altar Serving gives youth an opportunity to understand the reward of service toward others and their community.
Duties of an Altar Server-
Gathering: Both altar servers walk at the front of the gathering procession.
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Opening prayer: An altar server holds the Missal, so that the priest has both hands free.
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Lavabo: One altar server administers the water and the other holds the bowl and towel to the priest as he ritually washes his hands.
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Post-communion prayer: An altar server holds the missal in front of the priest.
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Ending procession: Servers lead the procession.
Any boy or girl who has received his or her First Communion. The commitment is usually once a month.
If you wish to consider this ministry, please contact the parish office by email or phone (781) 784-2265 -