This article reflects on the sacred role of lay ministers in distributing Holy Communion, emphasising reverence, preparation, and their service to the gathered Church.
This Instruction permits the delegation of extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion in cases of need, the reception of Communion in the hand, and the reception of Communion more than once each day in certain circumstances, and mitigates the eucharistic fast for the sick and the elderly.
This is an extensive document featuring guidelines for the Archdiocese of Adelaide for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion. It includes theological reflections, highlighting the vision of the Second Vatican Council. The resource describes the nature of ministry and outlines a spirituality for ministers. The Communion Rite and Communion of the Sick are outlined. Some important pastoral considerations are also discussed.
This downloadable PDF provides guidelines Guidelines . It describes the selection and formation procedures as well as the functions and commissioning of ministers. The Appendices include various procedures associated with the Mass and Communion to the Sick.
This downloadable resource offers guidelines for Extraordinary Ministers of the Holy Communion in the Archdiocese of Canberra-Goulburn. It describes the historical background as well as some theological and practical aspects of ministry.
These guidelines for the Archdiocese of Perth clarify the roles of various ministries at the altar: servers, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Instituted Acolytes and those who minister to the sick. The desired qualities for ministers are discussed as well as the requirements for those who wish to undertake these roles. Practical aspects of each ministry are outlined. Some questions for personal reflection are also included.
This downloadable resource describes the role of Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion and provides guidelines on who can serve and how ministers are appointed and commissioned in the Archdiocese of Sydney. Instructions for ministers are provided. Some reference is made to Communion of the sick. Some specific questions and issues related to ministry are also canvased.
This downloadable resource provides guidelines on Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion during Mass for the Diocese of Toowoomba. Practical and theological aspects of the ministry are outlined.
This downloadable resource provides guidelines for Ministers of the Sick for the Diocese of Toowoomba. Excerpts from the Pastoral Care of the Sick Introduction are highlighted as well as some practical considerations.
This updated set of diocesan guidelines outlines the roles, responsibilities, and formation pathways for liturgical ministers—including instituted lectors, acolytes, altar servers, and extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion—within the Diocese of Wollongong. Grounded in Church teaching and recent papal directives, it supports parishes in fostering reverent, well-formed ministry that enriches the celebration of the Eucharist.
This document sets out the processes for formally authorising Acolytes and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion in the Catholic Diocese of Wollongong. Authorised by the Bishop, the authorisation steps for Acolytes, Adult Altar Servers, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, including those ministering to the sick and homebound are described in detail.
This downloadable pamphlet describes the Mass as the summit and source of Christian life and the nature of the Communion procession. It outlines the ways to receive Holy Communion.