Readers

Readers have a critical role in the celebration of the Mass.  The Scriptural Readings of each Mass are meant to come alive, allowing God to speak to his people.  By accepting this call, a Reader accepts the responsibiliy to prepare well, and to continually seek ways of improving his/her ability to proclaim God’s Word.

Readers proclaim the first reading, usually from the Old Testament, and the second reading, usually from the New Testament. In the absence of a choir or a cantor, the Reader also proclaims the responsorial psalm.  In the absence of a deacon, the Reader may be asked to lead the Prayers of the Faithful.