Suggest to the people who inhabit the pews each week that they have a ministry and the response will probably be, Who, Me? A Minister? This book explains the assembly s role and ministry step by step through the liturgy. It develops the concept that the members of the assembly are called to minister to one another. We all are, first and foremost, members of the assembly. So this book is about and for all of us. It s a practical guide to the what, when, how and why of our part in the liturgy. Whether a neophyte or a lifelong Catholic, this book is designed to help us to achieve deeper understanding and to continue to grow in more conscious, active, and full participation.

The Ministry of the Assembly

Caroline M. Thomas

Religion & Spirituality

Resource Publications

How do we bring the word of God to life for our assembly at Mass? What makes the readings speak to each one personally? How does lectoring become proclaiming/storytelling? This book tells how to do just that, giving suggestions on how to prepare and describing actual techniques. Examples of the various techniques are presented. The book establishes the ministry of lector in relationship to the assembly and develops the concept of proclaiming as a faith witness. Although the title references the ministry of lector, the principles and techniques will be helpful to deacons, presiders, catechists, and all who proclaim God's word.

The Ministry of the Lector

Liturgy Training Publications

<p>One of the non-verbal communications that is part of liturgy is the environment in which it is celebrated. The environment can express the mood of the season, draw attention to specific areas in the church building, and focus on particular permanent or seasonal elements. This book gives general principles for enhancing the interior of the worship space with specific ideas and techniques, and even a few tips on what to consider when building or remodeling a space. Since the exterior environment draws people in to the mystery to be celebrated inside, there are suggestions for outside enhancements as well.</p>

Envisioning Environment: Enhancing the Liturgical Experience

Anthony J. Mancuso

<p>Here is a tool to assist in training altar servers for their ministry. The primary purpose of this book is to give the servers an understanding of what ministry is, what liturgy is, and what their role in it is. It gives them tips on how to increase the prayerfulness of the liturgy by the way they move and sit. It explains the concept of ministry and lists what is expected of those who participate in this ministry. It relates the ministry of the server to that of the rest of the ministers, including the members of the assembly. The book presents an overview of the liturgical year as well as brief explanations of the various parts of the Mass, followed by a description of the servers role in each part. This is done in general terms, since each parish will have its own specific procedures. There is a brief look at what to expect if serving at special occasions such as baptisms, weddings, funerals, and the Triduum liturgies. One chapter gives an illustrated glossary of the vessels, books, vestments, and other church furnishings. The final chapter offers a sample list of possible items to be included in a commitment form.</p>

The Ministry of the Altar Server

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The Ministry of the Assembly

The Ministry of the Lector

Envisioning Environment: Enhancing the Liturgical Experience

The Ministry of the Altar Server