It is the Sacristan’s role to see to the consistent and proper handling of certain aspects of parish liturgy. In so doing, the Sacristan helps to create a prayerful liturgy for the St. John Paul II Community, and frees the priest to give his attention to the prayer and to the pastoral care of the people.

The Sacristan arranges the books needed for the celebration, marking all of the divisions. He or she lays out the vestments and anything else needed for the celebration, such as cruets, chalices, ciboria, linens, oils, processional crosses, candles, etc.

This ministry is open to adults who have celebrated Confirmation, and who are free of any impediments to participating in the sacramental life of the Church.

For more information on how to help as an sacristan, please contact the parish office at 720.319.8050.