It is not often we handle these masses

WEEKDAY & EVENING MASSES It is not often we handle these masses. If we are asked to handle or assist, set up will be the same. The number attending is less and you will need to adjust the hosts and wine accordingly. Communicating with the priest or deacon on this is important. Opening and closing is the same. Check for notes in the Sacristan’s room. Check the Tabernacle for hosts. Check the headcount book for numbers in prior years if applicable. Check with the Priest for any special instructions. If there is a collection, several ushers will be needed. Recruit if necessary. In Closing, check the bathrooms and turn off the lights. Lock the outside doors. Secure any collection in the Sacristan’s Closet unless some is there from the office to take it. 1MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL Follow the normal procedures for a mass. Listed below are additional responsibilities. The Parish Care Funeral Coordinator will be arriving about the same time. Assist them and coordinate your efforts. The Funeral coordinator will have programs, song sheets, etc. The times will vary depending on how many people will be attending. Communicate with Pat Henderson in advance. OPENING & GATHERING SPACE: Open church doors 1.5 hours before. Flowers, casket, family arrive early. Open Library door, family will gather here. Move music racks to side halls & items of distraction from the Gathering Space. Bring easels out of Coat Closet if necessary ...