From early time, the ministry of the altar server has occupied an important place in the liturgical life of the Church, particularly in the Liturgy of the Eucharist.  In accord with the authentic interpretation of Church law given by the Apostolic See, the Church welcomes both men and women, some younger and some older, to the ministry of service at the altar. 

Qualification:
-Baptized Catholic who have received the sacrament of First Communion.
-Mature enough to understand and carry out responsibilities (usually means 5th grade or higher)
-Regular attendance at Sunday Mass
-Prayerful attitude and ability to be flexible

Responsibilities:
-Preparation of the altar before Mass (in conjunction with the Sacristan)
-Cross bearer, candle bearer, incense bearer
-Holding Roman Missal and other ritual books for the clergy
-Preparation of the altar during the Gifts Rite of Mass

For further information regarding weekend altar serving contact Diana-Lynn Inderhees, dinderhees@dsj.org.

For information for altar serving during the 8:15 morning masses contact Lisa Kellett at lkellett@stcatherinemh.org.