Lectors are ministers, rather than just readers. They, like the priest and other ministers, function as vessels through which God meets his people, especially in the proclaimed Word. They are people of …
The Lector proclaims the Word of God in the First and Second Readings of the Mass during the Sunday Eucharistic Celebrations and Holy Days. What a great honor and distinction to be called to proclaim …
What is a Lector? (This ministry may also be called “reader”, or “proclaimer of the Word”.) A lector is the person who proclaims the first or second reading at Mass. This person also may lead the Prayers of …
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Lector Handbook
Lectors bring the living Word of God to the liturgical assembly. This ministry must, therefore, be treated seriously and with great dignity. The Word of God is not merely read during the liturgy. It is …
May 16, 2021 · The ministry of the lector is one of the most important ministries restored to the laity during Vatican II. The responsibility of proclaiming God’s Word for the Christian assembly is a …
The Lector Ministry is actually a two-fold ministry: Lector: To proclaim the Living Word of God to the congregation during the Mass and to process in with the Lectionary (in the absence of a deacon).
Once the first Lector or the Cantor finishes the Psalm, stand and process to the Altar. Bow together with the first Lector or Cantor, and then proceed to the lectern.