Last Updated 3/2/2011
The Lector Ministry helps build up the Holy Cross-parish community. Being a lector does require some natural abilities such as confidence, poise and sensitivity to the assembly. Reading skills, the ability to develop proclamation techniques and a clear/steady voice are attributes of a Lector. Adults and those teenagers who have made their Confirmation are invited to serve as Lectors for our liturgies. Please contact Lector Ministry coordinator Billie Perreira for Holy Cross and Eric Nordimier for Sacred Hearts through the church office at 332-8011 for more information.

Lector's Ten Commandments

1. I'll remember that it's about God and His WORD, never about me.

2. I'll practice names, and proclaim them with confidence.

3. I'll know the readings, having prayed and practiced them weeks before Mass.

4. I will honor my family in Heaven in my posture and my prayerfulness.

5. I will proclaim the living Word with an urgent passion that is alive, not dead.

6. I will dress in a way that brings honor to my Father's House and family.

7. I will not seek affirmations or compliments, realizing all glory belong to God.

8. I will respect the ministry, only proclaiming the Word if prepared to do so.

9. I will support, uplift and pray for others who also seek and proclaim God's Word. I

10. I will honor the opportunity to proclaim the Word and recognize the privilege.