Sacristans

Sacristans:
These ministers are trained and commissioned to help prepare the church for the celebration of Mass.  Prior to Mass, the sacristan ensures that all liturgical ministers are present, checks lighting and sound systems, helps the altar servers light the candles and prepare the credence table; this person also checks with the celebrant for any specific instructions.  At the end of Mass, the sacristan assures that everything used during Mass is properly stored, cleansed, and secured.