CAN YOU SERVE AS A EUCHARISTIC MINISTER OR LECTOR AT ST. MICHAEL?
Liturgy Training Sessions are on April 21, 27 and 29, 2026
Each one of us is called to serve our Lord and grow His church here on earth and perhaps you’re being called to serve at our Masses as an Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist or a Lector. Our Vicariate for the Archdiocese of Chicago is offering a Liturgy Training for Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist and Lectors.
These sessions provide training and formation for Liturgical Ministers and will be guided by Dr. Elizabeth-Anne Stewart. ALL trainees must attend the session on Tuesday, April 21; topics will include scripture, an overview of the liturgy, and discerning the call to liturgical ministry. On Monday, April 27, through prayer, reflection, and practice, participants will explore what it means to serve as an Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist. On Wednesday, April 29, participants will learn the theological and practical skills necessary to proclaim the Word and serve as a Lector at Mass.
DAY AND DATE OF PRESENTATION:
- Tuesday, April 21, 2026 – Part I – All Liturgical Ministers, everyone must attend – Time: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM – Location: St. Paul VI Parish (Mater Christi Church) at 2400 S. 10th Avenue in North Riverside, IL in the Church
- Monday, April 27, 2026 – Part II – Extraordinary Ministers of Communion – Time: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM – Location: St. Paul VI Parish (St. Mary Church) at 105 Herrick Road in Riverside, IL in the Church
- Wednesday, April 29, 2026 – Part II – Lectors – Time: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM – Location: St. Paul VI Parish (Mater Christi Church) at 2400 S. 10th Avenue in North Riverside, IL in the Church
Liturgical Minister Training Registration
Dr. Elizabeth-Anne Stewart is a Chicago-area teacher, writer, and spiritual guide, who teaches at St. Xavier University and is an experienced spiritual director and retreat facilitator. She has written numerous books and articles on spirituality and publishes Sunday BibleTalk, a weekly E-letter based on the liturgical readings. A member of St. Pius V Parish in Pilsen and St. Francis of Assisi, Orland Park, Dr. Stewart has been involved in lay ministry and ministry formation for over 40 years, not only in the Archdiocese of Chicago but also nationally and internationally. She holds a PhD in Theology from the University of Malta and is a board-certified life coach credentialed by the International Coaching Federation. Her most recent book, Unlocking Epiphany Moments: A Primer for Life Coaches and Other Inner Guides,(Collective Ink, UK) – More Information at www.elizabeth-annestewart.com.
Contact Commissioner – Elizabeth Kos – ebkos@archchicago.org