Elenchus

assist the priests in the celebration of the Eucharist, the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Marriage, Masses of Christian Burial, and other liturgical and devotional exercises in the parishes.

assist the clergy in distribution of the Holy Eucharist.

enthusiastically and cordially welcome parishioners and visitors, answer general questions, distribute information, and take up the collections.

assist the priests in proclaiming Holy Scripture readings during the Liturgy of the Word in the celebration of the Eucharist or Communion Service.