Hospitality Ministers/Ushers
What do Ushers do? – without trying to be comprehensive, we can list some of the task of a minister of hospitality:
What do Ushers do? – without trying to be comprehensive, we can list some of the task of a minister of hospitality:
- Serves at the same mass they choose every Sunday with the holiday masses the exception.
- Is present or provides a substitute for all assignments.
- Arrives early and spends time in private prayer.
- Reads in advance the scriptures for the day (Since he or she may be distracted during the liturgy of the word.).
- Checks the neatness of the church, picks up tissue, paper etc.
- Straightens missalettes or song books.
- Is properly attired and groomed.
- Stands by an entrance and greets people, especially looking to welcome strangers and making them feel at home.
- Invites and/or gives directions to those who will carry the gifts to the altar.
- Seats people at appropriate times once mass begins. (Holidays only).
- Does not move around during the readings.
- Takes his or hers reserved seat in the back as soon as late comings subside, and continues to participate in the mass.
- Readies the collection baskets, and takes up the collection with kindness and dignity.
- Helps as needed, during the distribution of the Eucharist.
- Stands near an exit with bulletins.
- Wishes people a good day and send them home with a smile.
- Checks the church for any valuables left behind.
