A Lector's Prayer
Almighty God, cleanse my heart and my lips that I may worthily proclaim your Gospel; bless my efforts to prepare, that I may meditate on your Word, understand it better, and proclaim it faithfully to your people; surround my ministry with your presence, that I may carefully perform the task entrusted to me, preach Jesus Christ to others, announce the Word of God properly, watch it grow in the hearts of listeners and give glory to you, Father, through your Son and in the Holy Spirit.
Amen.(From "Messengers of God's Word: A Handbook for Lectors," Fr. Joseph M Champlin)
"In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God,
and the Word was God." -John 1:1
What an honor it is to proclaim the Word of God. If you are feeling called to serve at Mass in this way, please contact Father Curtis at the Rectory office.