Share the Word of God with Children.

Engage and enlighten children parishioners by volunteering for the Children’s Liturgy of the Word as a group leader or assistant. Ensure that both children and parents make the most of their individual liturgical experiences.

Children’s Liturgy of the Word is a time of prayer and reflection on God’s Word presented with child-friendly language and rituals.

All children are called to Children’s Liturgy of the Word at weekly Sunday Mass, from September through May. After the opening prayer, children who wish to attend are invited to the lower church to hear the First Reading and the Gospel in simple, relatable language. Readings are accompanied by singing, interactive dialogue, and other activities. Children return before the Liturgy of the Eucharist.

Adult Group Leaders are always welcome. Older children are invited to serve as Leader Assistants. For more volunteer information, contact Sister Eileen Tiernan at 610-296-8899 or etiernan@stpatrickmalvern.org

FAQ’s

When is it offered?
During the 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Masses on Sundays throughout the school year.

Who may participate?
There are no age restrictions, but the child should be mature enough to be away from the parent and to participate in responses.

How does it work?
Children are dismissed from Mass before the First Reading. They rejoin their families for the Liturgy of the Eucharist.

How can I volunteer?
Training is provided throughout the year so you can sign up at any time. Call Sister Eileen (610) 296-8899 or etiernan@stpatrickmalvern.org  for more information or to sign up to help.
Here is a brief description of volunteer leader/assistant responsibilities:

Procedures

Before your scheduled Mass
• Read through Teaching Material packet which will be mailed to you.
• Prepare your presentation (based on Gospel reading).
• You will be provided with a schedule of your assigned Masses. Each person is typically assigned to 6 Masses throughout the year – with a time commitment during Mass of about 20 minutes.

At the start of the Mass
• You will join the Entrance Procession, walking to the altar next to the lector.
• After priest finishes the opening prayer, walk to front of the altar.
• Priest will announce Children’s Liturgy. Walk to back of church.
• Children will follow you downstairs to the Primary School cafeteria.

Downstairs
• Welcome the children & introduce yourself as today’s “Leader of the Word”.
• Read First Reading, Responsorial Psalm, Gospel from the Lectionary for Children.
• Presentation/Discussion you have prepared.
• Lead children upstairs (Adult Assistant Leader is at end of line).

For more volunteer information, contact Sister Eileen Tiernan at (610) 296-8899 or etiernan@stpatrickmalvern.org