LECTORS
When the Sacred Scriptures are read in the Church, God himself speaks to his people, and Christ, present in his word, proclaims the Gospel. Therefore, the readings from the Word of God are to be listened to reverently by everyone, for they are an element of the greatest importance in the Liturgy. (From the General Instruction of the Roman Missal #29)
The function of proclaiming the readings is by tradition is ministerial. Therefore the readings are to be read by a reader. Those chosen for this ministry enhance our worship by using their gifts to proclaim the Word of God at Mass and in our liturgical celebrations.
For more information, contact Deacon Mike at deacon.mike@cath-comm.org