Who is a Lector?

A lector is the person who proclaims the first or second reading at Mass. This person also may lead the Prayers of the Faithful at Mass. The lector must believe that Sacred Scripture is the Word of God and have deep respect for God’s presence in that Word.

To be a Lector, one needs to be a fully initiated Catholic living in communion with the Church. Thus, a lector should have preferably received both First Holy Communion and Confirmation and should not be living in an invalid marriage or in any other state of grave sin.

One needs to have the necessary talents to serve as a lector. Individuals who are not able to proclaim the readings in a clear manner that expresses the dignity of scripture may not be suited for this service in church.