- Altar Servers assist the priest and deacon during the Mass and at other special liturgies.
- They help to enhance the Liturgy by being good examples, for the assembly, both in their responses and participation during Mass.
- Each celebration of the Mass requires three servers. There are also special liturgies (Christmas, Holy Week/Easter, Confirmation) where more server assistance is required.
- All servers are expected to serve at least one Mass per Month
- Weekly and month-to-month in advance scheduling is available
What Does An Altar Server do?
Altar serving promotes responsibility, accountability, leadership and teamwork. Becoming an altar server is also a wonderful way for the youth of our parish to learn and grow in their appreciation of our Catholic liturgical traditions. Plus, it is a great way for them to meet other Catholic children.
Upcoming Altar Server Training Dates:
- Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:00 p,m. in the Main Church
- Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in the Main Church
- Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in the Main Church
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Can Anyone Become An Altar Server?
The Altar Server is a boy or girl, a woman or man who is trained to help at the Mass so that it can be celebrated with grace and reverence. An Altar Server is a member of the Church who participates in the celebration with the understanding that they are leaders of the assembly. To be an altar server you must have received First Communion and be in 4th grade or higher. Teens, adults and families are also welcome to serve!
How Do I get started?
New altar servers complete a training session and are initially assigned to serve with more experienced servers. This applies to both youth and adults. Please contact smaministry@stmota.org for more information or call the parish office at 847-223-0010