Formation and Training Program for Readers of the Word 2007
August courses: [Download pdf brochure/registration form]
October course: [Download pdf brochure/registration form]
The Ministry of Reader
The Lord God has given me a well-trained tongue,
that I may know how to speak to the weary
a word that will rouse them. Isaiah 50:4
The ministry of Reader is a charism for the building up of the
community, and it does require some natural abilities such as
confidence, poise and sensitivity to the listeners. Reading skills, the
ability to develop proclamation techniques and a clear and steady
voice are attributes of a good Reader.
But comfort with public speaking, while an important gift, does
not in itself render a person capable of effective liturgical proclamation,
for our purpose is to celebrate the faith shared by the worshipers.
You are invited to this program of training and formation, which
will provide guidelines for the ministry and practical training in the
following areas:
- reading different genres of Sacred Scripture
- dramatisation versus proclamation
- voice projection
- proper use of the microphone
- eye contact
- posture
- reading General Intercessions (the Prayer of the Faithful)
- update on the ministry of Reader from the General Instruction
of the Roman Missal -- 2003 edition
The Reader will learn to proclaim the Word transparently so that
the Word itself, not the proclaimer, is placed in the foreground.
Those who take on the responsibility of the ministry of Reader are
presumed to be of good faith, eager to serve their fellow
Christians, and willing to engage in ongoing formation to improve the
effectiveness of their service.
Participants will receive a certificate from Cardinal Pell, making
them eligible for commissioning or renewal in their commission as
Readers in their parishes.
All presently-serving Readers of the Word are asked to make
every effort to attend one of these sessions as part of their continuing education and spiritual formation in this ministry.
 Fr Timothy Deeter, Liturgy Office Director, will be joined in
presenting the formation & training program by Colin Lee.
Colin Lee, a director of Shift International,
delivers educational
programs and speeches. He is a
Reader at St Mary’s Cathedral, St
Michael’s Baulkham Hills and St
Bernadettes, Castle Hill.
He will be concentrating his
sessions on a effective delivery
for this very important ministry.
Course Venues, Dates and Times
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Sacred Heart Parish Hall
23 Cardinal Street, Mosman |
Saturday 4th August |
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9.30am to 12.30pm |
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Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish Hall
50 Kiora Road, Miranda |
Saturday 11th August |
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9.30am to 12.30pm |
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The Catholic Centre
3 Keating Street, Lidcombe |
Thursday 23rd August |
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7.00pm to 9.30pm |
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Our Lady of the Sacred Heart
193 Avoca Street, Randwick |
Saturday 13th October |
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9.30am to 12.30pm |
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Prospective or presently serving readers who plan to attend
one of the formation & training sessions are requested to
register in advance with the Liturgy Office at 9390 5801 or assistant@liturgy.sydney.catholic.org.au, or by tearing off the registration page on the printable forms available for download below, and faxing it to 9390 5825 or posting to:
Liturgy Office
Level 12
133 Liverpool St
Sydney NSW 2000
August courses: [Download pdf brochure/registration form] NO LATER THAN MONDAY 30 JULY 2007.
October course: [Download pdf brochure/registration form] NO LATER THAN MONDAY 8 OCTOBER 2007.
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