“The word of God, proclaimed in the sacred Scripture, enlightens our minds and hearts. When the Scriptures are read in the liturgical assembly, God speaks to us and calls us to respond in faith and love. The ministry of the reader, then, is important to the life of the Church, for the reader proclaims God’s living word.” (The Order of Commissioning Ministers of the Word)
The role of Readers, or Lectors, is to assist in proclaiming the Word of God at Parish liturgies and other prayer celebrations throughout the year. The call to be a Lector is something that demands preparation since it is Jesus Himself who speaks in the Scriptures. In proclaiming the Scriptures, the Lector uses voice, presence and personality so that the Word of God may be heard. Training is provided for those wishing to read at Liturgy. For more information, please see the Regina Mundi – Ministry Description – Minister of the Word