St. Anthony Shrine and Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Parishes
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Lectors

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Role: God is present in the Sacred Readings and through this ministry of communication the Lector gives voice to God's Word.
Major Responsibilities:
  • Strive to convey the dignity and sacredness of the Scriptures
  • Prepare/study readings you will proclaim
  • Participate in two liturgy committee meetings per year for planning and faith development
Formation: Initial and ongoing formation is provided and a Lector's workbook which included readings, notes and pronunciations.
Personal Qualities Needed: Deep belief in Jesus and the Catholic tradition and desire to share that belief with others. A willingness to study, reflect and proclaim the scriptures. Confidence in public speaking.
Time Commitment: At least ½ hour preparation and arrive 10-15 minutes before scheduled Masses.  Attendance at initial and ongoing formation

Saint Anthony Shrine
16150 St. Anthony Rd. | Emmitsburg, MD. 21727
(301) 447-2367​​
Our Lady of Mount Carmel
103 N Church St. | Thurmont, MD 21788
​(301) 271-4099
                
                             Parish Office and Mailing Address:
           16150 St. Anthony Road | Emmitsburg, MD  21727
         ​           Phone 301-447-2367  |  Fax 301-447-3618

    Deacon Joseph Wolf | Dir. of Faith Formation/ Phone - 301-271-4099
  
                                                            Office hours:  Monday-Thursday 9-3
                                                       Call for an appointment/no walk ins

                                               Closed-Friday
​         *During inclement weather we follow the FCPS closings, if they are on a delay,

                                        we open late, if they close we are closed, etc...                     

                          Please  send emails to: saolmc@archbalt.org
  • Home
    • About Us >
      • Parish Staff
      • Reconciliation Schedule
      • Bulletin
      • Parish logo
      • Our History
      • Our Patron Saints
      • Parish Registration
      • Directions
      • Contact Us
  • Sacraments
    • Baptismal Preparation
    • Marriage Preparation
    • Funerals
    • RCIA
    • Annulments
    • Anointing of the Sick
  • Religious Education
    • K-8 Religious Education Program
    • 1st Reconcilation Preparation
    • 1st Eucharist Preparation
    • Confirmation Preparation
    • Vacation Bible School
  • How to get involved
    • Child and Youth Protection
    • Youth Ministry Team >
      • iT - High School Youth Ministry
      • SMAC - Middle School Youth Ministry
    • Liturgy Team >
      • Altar Servers
      • Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
      • Greeter
      • Lectors
      • Music
      • Sacristan
      • Ushers
    • Bereavement and Funeral receptions ministry
    • Visitors to the homebound
    • Welcome & Volunteer Ministry
  • Forms...