An Usher is the representative of Christ and of our Church image. The Usher is one of the sources of our first contact with new comers. Being a Church usher is a sacred responsibility. An Usher is the people’s first impression of who and what Christ and our Church is. We are Christ’s ambassadors with a mission to bring people to God. In us the hospitality of God is seen. We are important because we are the Church. Our role is important because it is the Lord we serve. We must welcome people to the Lord’s House with a smile that speaks more than a thousand words.

Qualifications:

• The individual must be a registered member of the parish
• Fully initiated in the faith, that is, be baptized, received First Eucharist, confirmed, and if married, marriage must be recognized by Catholic Church
• Have an on going relationship with the parish
• All candidates are required to attend training sessions
• Completed and adhere to the Safe Environment Program of the parish and the Diocese of Dallas

Some of the duties of ushers are:

• Station themselves inside the Sanctuary door
• Greet with a smile when the worshippers arrive saying “Good Morning” or “Good Evening”
• Help the elderly, parents with many little children, the handicapped, etc.
• Hand out the bulletin
• Wear your badge to identify your role
• Concentrate on the people.
• Be alert to available seats and be ready to lead worshippers to the vacant seats.

For more information, please contact Ellen Stelmar, 972-771-1592