Altar Servers
Dedicated, responsible, youth in grades 5th-8th assist the priest in the celebration of Mass and other worship services such as weddings and funerals. Training will be provided. This is an excellent way for young people to experience the Mystery of the Mass in a deeper way; grow their relationship with our Lord, Jesus Christ who is Present in the Eucharist; make new friends and deepen their sense of service; and consider the possibility of having a vocation to the Priesthood (boys) or Consecrated Life (girls).
Read Pope St. John Paul II’s Address to Altar Servers
Why be an Altar Server?
to experience the Mystery of the Mass in a deeper way
to grow in a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ, Present in the Holy Eucharist
to make new friends
to learn important life skills like communication, teamwork, punctuality, and self-confidence
to better discern your vocation
to gain a greater appreciation for the priesthood
requirements
Servers must commit to show up for Mass when they are scheduled.
If servers are not able to serve the Mass in which they are scheduled, they must be responsible to find a substitute.
Servers must attend a training (or re-training) session.
For more information, contact Fr. Dan Hoehn at officeofthepastor@stmichaelcommunity.org.