1. Extraordinary MinisterFor Holy CommunionInstructionSt. Joseph Catholic ChurchConway Springs, Kansas

3. As a Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist -

5. Set an example for the assembly at liturgy

6. Be an example of Christ in the community

8. Bread and wine become the body and blood of Christ

9. Christ is fully present in both species. Body and blood, soul and divinity.

11. Introduce yourself to visitors

12. Look for people with special needs for communion

14. Don’t be afraid to ask questions when in doubt.

16. We all have our crosses to carry

18. Being an Eucharistic Minister is a way to love our neighbor

19. Love is not primarily an emotion but an act of will

21. Read the scripture readings for Mass prior to Mass.

22. Take time to reflect on the scripture(s)

23. Be prepared to participate fully in the liturgy with the worshiping community.

24. Arrive 10-15 minutes early

26. Observe good habits of personal hygiene including neatly trimmed and clean fingernails.

28. Do not raise the Eucharistic bread above the two of you

29. Look into the person’s eyes and in a clear, gentle, audible but not too loud a voice say, “The Body of Christ”.

30. The person receiving will reply with, “Amen”.

31. Either gently place the Eucharistic bread in their hand or on their tongue.

33. Stop serving and pick it up.

34. Either consume the host or place on the altar and continue to serve.

37. Slowly hand the cup over. Be sure the person has hold of the cup before releasing. Note: Children, some elderly and disabled my not be able to hold the cup and may need partial assistance.

38. After the person has consumed from the cup, take the cup back and wipe the area, inside and out, with a clean area of the purificator.

39. Turn the cup ¼ turn

41. If it is a small spill, cover it with your purificator.

42. Retrieve another purificator and continue serving.

43. If the person you are serving is responsible for the spill, ensure them it is okay. Accidents do happen.

44. If it is a large spill, got to the sacristy and get a large towel or additional purificators to soak up the spill.

46. Thank You for Your Stewardship to the ministry of Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion