LAY MINISTRIES
In recent years, lay members of the Catholic Church have become increasingly involved in ministries which were once seen as being the preserve of the Priest. At Our Lady of Canvey we have many people actively involved in these ministries.
Catechists
Catechists lead the programmes of preparation for the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, First Holy Communion, Reconciliation, and Marriage.
Readers
Readers proclaim the Word of God in scripture and the intercessory prayers during the weekday & weekend Masses at Our Lady of Canvey. If you would like to become a Reader at Mass please speak to Fr Eamonn or contact the Parish Office. Training is offered on a regular basis.
Altar Servers
Altar Servers have the important task of assisting the Priest, Ministers, Readers
and congregation during Mass. There is an open invitation for new Altar Servers
(children from the end of school year 4 onwards who have made their First Holy Communion)
to join the training sessions which are run at regular intervals during the year.The
initial training lasts for about 3-
If you are interested in becoming an Altar Server then please speak to the Fr Eamonn or Joe O’Connor, our Parish M.C.
Choir
The Choir contributes significantly to music at the 10.00 am Sunday Mass and other special occasions on request. Enthusiasm is more important than a perfect voice. Singers and musicians are always welcome.
Church Cleaning
There are a number of Teams dedicated either to looking after the small linen or to keeping the interior of the Church clean. But more volunteers are always most welcome.
Flower Group
The Church is supported by a very loyal group of parishioners but anyone who has an interest in flower arranging or who would like to develop their skills in this area are always welcome.
Ministers of the Eucharist
Lay Ministers of the Eucharist assist the Priest with the distribution of Holy Communion
during the Mass. They may also take Holy Communion to members of the parish who are
unable to attend Mass because of ill-