Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are selected by the Pastor from among parishioners. Persons wishing to serve as a Eucharistic Minister need to be Catholics in good standing with the Church.  They should also cultivate a devotion to our Lord in the Holy Eucharist.

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion assist the Priest in distributing the Body of Christ in the form of the Host and the Blood of Christ from the cup. They are instructed in the care of the cups and other vessels. Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Com­munion may also volunteer to bring Holy Communion to those in nursing homes, hospitals and pri­vate homes. Schedules are posted and announced in the Sunday bulletins.

Those who are selected must attend special training at an Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Com­munion workshop in Wichita or scheduled with the parish pastor. EMHC's are granted permission by the bishop to serve for five years before renewal is necessary.  The Pastor  or EMHC coordinator conduct further training regarding the proper procedure during the liturgy here at St. Joseph's.

Coordinator: Robin Elsasser  620-245-0374