Under the general direction of the clergy, the sacristan undertakes the overall preparation for liturgical celebrations. Specific duties include:
1)Cleaning the holy materials after Mass. The holy containers for the water, body and blood are cleaned and stored in the sacristy. Everything is set back in place before sacristans leave the church.
2)Preparing the Holy Eucharist for the celebration of the Mass. This includes preparing all items needed for Mass and placing them on the creedence table.
3)Setting up the altar. Sacristans may also arrange the Lectionary and lector notebooks.
4)Assisting the clergy, altar servers and other liturgical ministers with directions or questions. Sacristans ensure that all liturgical positions are filled for the Mass.
Qualifications
- Be a registered member of the parish
- Be fully initiated in the faith—that is, be baptized, have received First Eucharist, be confirmed, and if married, the marriage must be recognized by the Catholic Church
- Have completed and adhere to the Safe Environment Program of the parish and the Diocese of Dallas
- Receive proper training.