THE LECTORS MINISTRY
The ministry includes both youth and experienced individuals who dedicate their service and time, especially at a juncture when various societal challenges may influence engagement with faith and church. Youth participation is particularly emphasised during the family mass, which provides a suitable opportunity for families to attend together.
Candidates seeking to become lectors must be practicing Catholics, available to
attend mass, and willing to participate in the requisite training and ministry activities. Upon completion of training, new lectors are assigned to their preferred mass and included in the roster. Lectors are expected to prepare themselves spiritually and mentally prior to their scheduled readings to ensure that they deliver the scripture meaningfully and effectively.
Structure and Responsibilities
Mission and Service
The principal responsibility of the Lectors Ministry is to proclaim the liturgy – the word of scripture – to the congregation with both clarity and sincerity. The Ministry currently comprises 27 members who serve at the four Cathedral Masses and extend their service to the Christmas and Easter liturgical seasons. The demands upon the ministry are particularly heightened during Holy Week, encompassing services from Passion Sunday through the Easter Vigil, and necessitating thorough coordination among all lectors involved.
Mass Coordination
Each Mass is overseen by a designated coordinator, whose duties include the preparation of the monthly lector roster. The appointed coordinators for each Mass are as follows:
- Saturday – 5:00 PM: Mrs. Wendy Knight-Hunte
- Sunday – 7:00 AM: Ms. Sherrie Joseph
- Sunday – 10:00 AM (Family Mass): Ms. Josephine Haywood
- Sunday – 6:00 PM: Ms. Jackie Wilson
Father Charles Dominique also serves as liturgist of the Cathedral and is very involved in the Lectors ministry.
Below: Vincent Constantin, one of the young lectors.
Membership and Participation
The ministry is composed of both youth and experienced individuals who dedicate their time and service, a commitment that is particularly significant in the current social climate where various challenges may impact engagement with faith and the Church. Participation by youth is especially highlighted during the Family Mass, which provides an optimal occasion for families to attend together and foster greater involvement.
Above: Kerla Alfay, a lector reading the Scripture.
Requirements for Lectors
Prospective Lectors must be practicing Catholics who are available to attend Mass and willing to engage in the requisite training and ministry activities. Upon successful completion of their training, lectors are assigned to their preferred Mass and included in the official roster. Lectors are expected to make adequate spiritual and mental preparation prior to their scheduled readings, thereby ensuring that the proclamation of scripture is delivered with meaning and efficacy.
The ministry values its strong female presence and appreciates the involvement of men and youth, encouraging more participation as the church progresses. We thank everyone for their ongoing dedication to the Lectors Ministry.
Ministry Leader: Sherrie Joseph
email: Sherrieluj@gmail.com
Mobile: (246) 231-8849