Liturgical ministers volunteer to serve God and community during Mass or other prayer opportunities. Liturgy is often translated as “the work of the people.” It’s the participation of the People of God in the work of God! Eucharist comes from a word meaning “thanksgiving.” Mass comes from misa, “to be sent.” Put together, we start piecing together the incredible reality of liturgical ministry—we come together to give thanks; receive the Lord’s Body and Blood—his very self; and then we are sent to offer that sacred Presence to the world through our own selves. Liturgical ministry provides a particular opportunity to participate in Jesus’ work to sanctify the world.
There are also ministries that enhance the liturgical life at St. Edward that take place outside of our Sunday Liturgy:
Feel free to contact liturgy/music coordinator Anastasia Nicklaus at [email protected] or give her a call at the church, 319-233-8060. We want to make sure you are comfortable and as confident as possible in your ministry, so we’ll make sure to give you initial training and continued formation/training.