Altar Server Ministry

 

St. Agnes Catholic Church 

 
 
 
Purpose:
Responds to the requirements and needs of the priest and/or deacon during liturgical sessions. A wonderful opportunity for the youth of our parish to become more closely involved in the liturgical celebrations of St. Agnes Church. 
 
 
Duties Involved:
Weekly Masses
Altarservers are typically scheduled to serve one or two Masses each month. The Masses (i.e. 4:30 PM, 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, and 12:00 Noon) normally attended by the family of each altarserver can be accommodated in most cases. Periodic schedules are made available at the Church and through e-mail distribution.
Holydays and Special Masses
Altarservers are requested to volunteer to serve at Holydays, Funerals, and other Special Masses. Announcements are made in advance by a Ministry Coordinator via e-mail and phone to request volunteers. Altarservers are scheduled for weddings from time to time based on length of service and a proven record of dependability.
 
 
Requirements:
  • Boys and Girls in Grade 4 or higher (typically through Grade 8)
  • Parental Approval
  • Willingness to undergo 3 hours of training prior to serving first Mass

(Look for future announcements in the Parish Bulletin regarding the next training sessions)

 
 
Benefits:
  • Closer involvement in the liturgical celebrations of St. Agnes Church
  • Serve along with family members involved in other parish ministries
  • Opportunity to accrue service hours required for Confirmation
  • Gratuities for serving at weddings and funerals
  • Future References (see below)
 
Future References
Contributions by youths in the Altar Server Ministry demonstrate strong personal qualities of lasting commitment, devotion, leadership, and a willingness to volunteer. Ministry Coordinators are good sources for future references and written personal recommendations required by high schools, honor societies, colleges, and scholarship committees.
 
 
Coordinators:
Frank Brandis @ (856) 232-7855 - tbrandis1@comcast.net
Al Crittenden @ (856) 435-5214 - ameripie4@verizon.net
 
 
 
 

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