| Special Ministers of the Eucharist Meetings: Special Ministers meet twice a year for scheduling purposes. Membership: This is an appointed ministry, who are recommended by the Pastor, then confirmed by the Bishop for a three year term. Purpose: These ministers assist the priest and deacons in the distribution of the Holy Eucharist at Mass; to call on the homebound parishioners who cannot attend Mass and the residents of Berks Heim County Nursing Home, Phoebe Village and Health Care Center, and Country Meadows. |