St. Mary Catholic Church
1018 S. 7th St., Temple, TX 76504
Office (254)773-4541
FAX:(254)774-7044
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what it means to be an altar server
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Altar Server Schedule
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Training sessions
Ministry Leader: James Mason at the Parish Office (254) 773-4541.
Mission of Altar Servers
The altar server will assist the priests and deacons by their service during the Mass in a reverent, dignified and prayerful manner. The altar server will grow in recognition of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ present upon the altar in His body, blood, soul and divinity through transubstantiation.
Announced in the bulletin or call the church office at 254-773-4541 for more information regarding instruction. Any child, grade 3 or higher who has received the sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, and First Communion will be considered for the special ministry of Altar Server. Adult Altar Servers are WELCOME, too.
Responsibilities of Altar Server include:- demonstrating leadership in prayer;
- attend training sessions
- arriving before Mass with time to prepare oneself properly, at least fifteen minutes early;
- assisting the priests and deacons around the altar with vessels, candles and liturgical books as instructed in training sessions;
- assisting with the smooth flow of the congregation during the celebration;
- praying, singing and responding with the congregation; and
- listening to and appreciating the celebration and wonder of the entire worship.