Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion serve the Eucharistic life of the Christian community. They are appointed by the Bishop 
at the request of the Pastor to assist the ordinary ministers in sharing the Eucharistic Body and Blood of Christ with members of  the community for which they are commissioned.

During the Liturgy of the Eucharist the volunteer helps the ordinary ministers of communion (bishops, priests, and deacons) share the Holy Communion (Body and/or the Blood) with the faithful.

To become a Minister of Extraordinary Communion (commonly referred to as Eucharistic Minister) the volunteer must have received the three sacraments of Christian Initiation - Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist, be at least 18 years of age and is duly prepared for this role.
The person must be recognized within the Christian community as a person of good reputation and love for the Eucharist and as one who 
participates fully as a member of the liturgical assembly. There should be a desire to serve the parish community and to commit time and 
talents to this ministry. The volunteer is selected by the Pastor.

The volunteer will take part in a training process that reflects on the mystery of the Eucharist and theology of Liturgy and will be publicly commissioned according to the prescribed rite.

They should also be committed to prayer, gospel values and growth in personal holiness. In addition the position requires the volunteer to be  flexible, enthusiastic and have good relational skills as well as having  a good sense of humour and a spirit of generosity. 

                                                             There are currently 18 Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (2022)
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