Board of Lectors
The Board of Lectors is a liturgical ministry of lay men and women in the Catholic Church, entrusted with the privileged task of proclaiming God's Word at Holy Mass and other religious services.
The Mission
The Importance of the Word of God
The Catechism of the Catholic Church teaches that God reveals Himself through His Word:
"Indeed, the words of God, expressed in the words of men, are in every way like human language, just as the Word of the eternal Father, when he took on Himself the flesh of human weakness, became like men."
The Church “never ceases to present to the faithful the Bread of life … and welcomes it not as a human word, but as what it really is, the word of God.” (CCC Pt. 1, Sec. 1, Cap. 2)
Why the Ministry of Lectors Matters
Sacred Scripture holds a place of honor in the Church. The ministry of Lectors enhances worship by proclaiming God's Word with clarity, reverence, and understanding.
Who is a Lector?
A Lector ("one who reads") is the person who:
Who Can Be a Lector?
How to Become a Lector
Parishioners may volunteer by contacting any of the Our Lady Mother of Perpetual Help Ajah BoL executives:
Oise Chigbue (President) - 07038488228
Ejiro Obiuwevbi (Secretary)
Mrs. Obiageli Uchendu (Faith Formator / Lead, Admissions Committee)
Volunteers may also speak directly with the Parish Priest.
The Board operates with a Constitution and Manual of Procedure (MOP), which guide:
Probation & Formation
All new volunteers undergo a 3-month probation where they are trained in:
Patron Saints
Saints Peter and Paul
Feast Day: 29th June
Meetings
Rehearsals: Every 2nd Saturday
General Meetings: Last Saturday of the month
Activities include:
LECTORS' PRAYER
Dear Lord,
Bless my heart that it may love Your Word.
Bless my mind that it may dwell on Your Word.
Bless my lips that they may proclaim Your Word.
Bless my actions that they may glorify You.
Amen.
The Catechism of the Catholic Church teaches that God reveals Himself through His Word:
"Indeed, the words of God, expressed in the words of men, are in every way like human language, just as the Word of the eternal Father, when he took on Himself the flesh of human weakness, became like men."
The Church “never ceases to present to the faithful the Bread of life … and welcomes it not as a human word, but as what it really is, the word of God.” (CCC Pt. 1, Sec. 1, Cap. 2)
Why the Ministry of Lectors Matters
Sacred Scripture holds a place of honor in the Church. The ministry of Lectors enhances worship by proclaiming God's Word with clarity, reverence, and understanding.
Who is a Lector?
A Lector ("one who reads") is the person who:
- Proclaims the first or second reading at Mass.
- Leads the Prayers of the Faithful.
- Performs both a physical and spiritual ministry.
Who Can Be a Lector?
- Any man, woman, or young person.
- Someone in full communion with the Catholic Church.
- A person serious about their faith.
- Someone willing to undergo training and formation.
How to Become a Lector
Parishioners may volunteer by contacting any of the Our Lady Mother of Perpetual Help Ajah BoL executives:
Oise Chigbue (President) - 07038488228
Ejiro Obiuwevbi (Secretary)
Mrs. Obiageli Uchendu (Faith Formator / Lead, Admissions Committee)
Volunteers may also speak directly with the Parish Priest.
The Board operates with a Constitution and Manual of Procedure (MOP), which guide:
- Executive functions
- Member criteria
- Conduct and behavior
- Standards for proclamation
- Member welfare
Probation & Formation
All new volunteers undergo a 3-month probation where they are trained in:
- Voice inflection
- Diction
- Pronunciation
- Movement and posture
- Reverent conduct during Mass
- Registration
- Meeting attendance
- Formal training with the Admissions Committee/Academy
Patron Saints
Saints Peter and Paul
Feast Day: 29th June
Meetings
Rehearsals: Every 2nd Saturday
General Meetings: Last Saturday of the month
Activities include:
- Scriptural readings and meditation
- Preparing Scripture prayerfully
- Public speaking and proclamation practice
- Spiritual talks and sharing
- Training on liturgical posture and reverence
- Lenten and Quarterly retreats
LECTORS' PRAYER
Dear Lord,
Bless my heart that it may love Your Word.
Bless my mind that it may dwell on Your Word.
Bless my lips that they may proclaim Your Word.
Bless my actions that they may glorify You.
Amen.
"For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them."
— Matthew 18:20
Quick Info
Meetings
See activities section for meeting windows and schedules.
Patron
Refer to the society's specific traditions and feast days.