There is no age specification for this ministry. Anyone who can read aloud well and is willing to devote their time for preparation and the celebration is welcome to participate.

Who can be a Eucharistic Minister?

To serve as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion, persons must:
 

• be a practicing Catholic, distinguished in their Christian life, faith and morals;
• be at least 16 years old;
• have received the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist;
• demonstrate a deep reverence for and devotion to the Holy Eucharist;
• be an active registered member of the parish / mission;
• if married, the marriage must be a valid Catholic marriage.