Ushers
“I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than dwell in the tents of the wicked.” Psalm 84:10
The Role and Importance of the Ushers Ministry
Overview: The ministry of ushering serves the people and creates an atmosphere of hospitality. The heart of an usher is the heart of a servant. Ushers serve with a special extraordinary welcome by providing a warm and safe atmosphere of reverence and order before, during and after the Mass. Ushers are in simple terms, “doorkeepers for the house of the Lord.”
Qualifications:
- A Baptized and Confirmed Roman Catholic
- A registered and active participant in the parish, as well as Safe Environment cleared
- Committed to being prepared and serving for a minimum of one (1) year
- Ability to walk and stand as needed during the Mass
- A personality, style and disposition that will enable one to deal effectively with Usher responsibilities