Worship

Decree of Promulgation of Diocesan Liturgical Norms for Eucharistic Worship

During the National Eucharistic Revival we are all called to deepen our faith and renew our worship of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. Complementing parish faith formation and additional opportunities for prayer before the Blessed Sacrament, Bishop Walkowiak has carefully reviewed and revised diocesan liturgical norms for Eucharistic worship. The updated norms, published on September 14, 2023, begin to oblige on November 1, 2023. The decree of promulgation and the norms themselves can be found HERE. Or by clicking the title above.

 

The Cathedral of Saint Andrew hosts a series of confirmation liturgies for candidates from every parish in the diocese in the fall and spring of each academic year.

Fall 2024 Confirmations

See the schedule below. When you have received your parish's liturgy assignments, click on your parish's assigned date to sign up liturgical ministers for your Confirmation liturgy. Please sign up by the date designated. All parishes must check back with Sign-Up Genius before the deadline to make sure all positions are filled. If any openings exist, fill in all remaining positions to ensure a seamless and reverent celebration. Confirmation Coordinators and Liturgical Ministers, please use the following documents to prepare:

• Confirmation Preparation Documents - English | Spanish
• Confirmation Readings - English | Spanish | Bilingual-Bilingüe
• Presentation of Candidates - English/Spanish
• Parish Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion - Instructions | Chart
• Parish Ministers of Hospitality - Instructions | Chart

Training for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

As part of the Eucharistic Revival, all Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion will undergo training on these Diocesan norms:

2023 Norms for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy CommunionNormas 2023 para Ministros Extraordinarios de la Sagrada Comunión

Diocesan training for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion will continue to be offered on approximately a quarterly basis. See below training dates and locations. Check back periodically as new dates are added.

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Certificate of Mandate

In addition to diocesan training, potential ministers must receive formation provided by their parish or institution specific to their desired mandate and the customs and procedures observed where they will serve.  Those who have been trained will receive a certificate card from the diocese. Names should be submitted either by the pastor or director of the parish in consultation with those in charge of training new ministers.
Cards can be produced in English, Spanish, or both. Please specify your need.
Submit the names of your newly trained extraordinary ministers of holy Communion to receive a certificate of mandate.

Communion of the Sick

English Leader card
English Participant card
Spanish Leader card
Spanish Participant card

Instructions for Deacons Assisting at Mass

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Church Art and Architecture Commission

The Church Art and Architecture Commission is a committee of Catholic professionals that serves the bishop by helping to create appropriate spaces for Catholic worship in keeping with Church guidelines and liturgical principles.

Part of the Office for Worship, this commission is the primary review body and resource for the construction and renovation (including restoration) of churches and chapels in the diocese, from the early discernment process to the completion of the work. The committee meets as needed, generally on the second Thursday of the month.

Church Projects

Pastors considering projects involving their parish worship space, please contact Dr. Aaron Sanders, director of the Office for Worship.