Jesus said to them, “I am the Bread of Life; whoever comes to Me will never hunger, and whoever believes in Me will never thirst.”  (John 6:35)

The ministry of the Eucharistic Minister to the Homebound is that of bringing Communion to those in our Parish who are unable to attend Mass.  The faithful who cannot attend Mass are deprived of the prayerful celebration of the mystery of Christ’s PRESENCE in the midst of His people.  In bringing Communion to them, the minister represents Christ and manifests faith and charity on behalf of the whole parish community.  For the homebound, the reception of Communion represents not only a privilege but a sign of support and concern by our parish community for all its members.

The Sacrament that is brought to the homebound is an extension of the Eucharistic celebration at our weekend Masses.  The obligation and desire to visit and comfort those who cannot take part in the Mass is clearly demonstrated by the minister being “sent forth” by the Presider with the Eucharist to our homebound parishioners.

To become a homebound minister, you will need to attend the Diocesan “Safe Environment Training” and receive instruction in the parish.  The time commitment is about one hour a week and seasonal residents are welcome to participate.  If you would like to become a Eucharistic Minister to the Homebound, or if you are in need of someone to bring Communion to you, please call the parish office and talk with Darwin Reeck at 941-966-0807.

“If anyone eats this bread, he will live forever.”  (John 6:51)