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Readers

The ministry of Reader is to read the scriptures at Mass, or any other liturgical celebration, in such a way as to help people to hear and understand the Word of God
 

The Ministry of reading God’s Word aloud for others is both a privilege and a challenge. Just as others in our community may be Ministers of the Eucharist and assist in distributing Holy Communion, so Readers are entrusted with the sharing of God’s Word.

If you feel you would like to become involved in this ministry, then please contact us.

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