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Ministry of Lector
Information to assist Lectors in their Ministry
Prayer of a Lector Dear Jesus, thank You for calling me to be a lector at Your Eucharistic celebrations. Let me take this role seriously and diligently prepare myself for it by studying the sacred texts before mass, and by striving to be a better Catholic Christian.Amen.
By my physical action of reading, I am the instrument through whom You become present to the assembly in Your word and through whom You impart Your teachings.
Let nothing in my manner disturb Your people or close their hearts to the action of Your spirit. Cleanse my heart and my mind and open my lips that I may worthily proclaim Your word.Lector Aids Description 1. General Norms General Norms for Lectors 2. Lector Guidelines
Version 1.3St. Patrick Lector Guidelines 3. Becoming a Dynamic Lector! Tips from Phil Kelley 4. Daily Readings USCCB on-Line Readings 5. On-Line Bible Pronunciation Guide 
Lector Pronunciation GuideSelect a Basic Bible Word to hear it pronounced on-line Document of Biblical Words 6. Lector Notes and Preparation Historical insights, theological background, numerous tips for proclaiming effectively 7. The Lector at Mass
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops 8. Postures and Gestures at Mass USCCB Summary for Mass 9. Frequently Asked Questions on
the New American BibleUSCCB Answers Questions on the New American Bible 10. New Testament Resources Educational Resources on New Testament
+ Israelite and Jewish History11. The Roman Catholic Lectionary Website Tables of Scripture Readings for Mass. Overview of readings used in a particular Liturgical Season. USCCB: United States Conference of Catholic Bishops