Mass Coordinator

         Mass Coordinator is the "behind the scene" preparation person at the Mass.
        The role of the Mass Coordinator is to assist in helping everyone to have a
         good experience at the Mass.
                
         Mass Coordinator is responsible for Mass set-up and helping with cleanup
         after Mass along with the Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion and the
         ushers. Mass Coordinator should confirm that all is ready for the Mass even if it
         appears that someone has already done so. He or she makes cetain that
         the liturgical ministers (acolytes, lectors, ushers, greeters, and extraordinary
         ministers of Holy Communion) are present and ready to serve for the Mass and
         recruit replacement ministers if needed. During a special Liturgical celebration the 
         Mass Coordinator may have to assist with the various events that are taking place
         during that Mass (e.g. Baptism, procession, washing of feet, etc) that is make                 sure that everything required for the celebration of these special rites or rituals                 during the Mass is in place before the Mass begins.

         Mass Coordinator:
             Should be an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion
             Should have an appreciation of the liturgy and the value of good liturgy
             Be familiar with the liturgical calendar and the Ordo
             Be familiar with the sacristy and the various sacred objects and books
         
       Duties and responsibilities may vary from Mass to Mass based on the needs
         of the Presider and the parishioners attending the Mass. 

Training Session is required

             An initial Training session led by an existing Mass coordinator is required.