Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC)

About

We are a group of individuals commissioned to assist the priest in distributing the Eucharist during Mass and to bring communion to parishioners who cannot attend Mass.

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Who Can Serve

Baptized and confirmed Catholics, 16 and older.

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When We Serve

Weekly at Masses.

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Why You Should Serve

When you distribute the Body and Blood of Christ, you can strengthen your faith, feel a strong connection to the Eucharist, help those who cannot come to Mass, and be a channel of God's love and grace.

Complete Safe Environment Training

If you are 18 years old and above, our archdiocese requires all adult volunteers to complete safe environment training.

This short one-hour online training teaches people how to create a secure and protected environment for everyone, especially children, by recognizing and preventing potential risks or harm.

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Testimonials

Nikki Pham
Nikki Pham

“When I was on bedrest in the hospital during my second pregnancy, an EMHC would come to my hospital bed and give me the Body of Christ every day. Because of this great blessing, I chose to serve as an EMHC to pay it forward and to bring God closer to the people who are needing Him most. I always look forward to Sunday Mass and the opportunity to serve in this role that God has chosen for me.”

Brian Accrocco
Brian Accrocco

“I believe that everyone should consider becoming an EMHC. It is a simple yet profoundly rewarding act of charity and service to God and the Church. There is no need for special skills or public speaking, just a willingness to follow the protocols and share the Holy Communion with others. As a role model for my children, I hope to instill in them the importance of being involved in our faith, and being an EMHC is a wonderful way to demonstrate that commitment.”

Suzan Todd
Suzan Todd

‘I serve as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion because I felt like God was calling me to do more than just in the pews and watch everything and instead be a part of the Mass as an EMHC. Serving as an EMHC is easy because we have a great online system of scheduling to where if you can’t be at your assigned Mass, it is easy to find a sub. I find it very fulfilling, and when you serve, you just feel this closer sense with God that I just can’t put into words.”

Contact Us

Ann Jacobs

EMHC Ministry Coordinator (English)

Oscar Kellert (Bilingual)

MESC Ministry Coordinator (Spanish)

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Call us during our office hours Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm at 281.469.2686 or send us a message below.
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