Jesus said to them, “I am the Bread of Life; whoever comes to Me will never hunger, and whoever believes in Me will never thirst.”  (John 6:35)
 
The ministry of the Eucharistic Minister to the Homebound is that of bringing Communion to those in our Parish who are unable to attend Mass.  The faithful who cannot attend Mass are deprived of the prayerful celebration of the mystery of Christ’s PRESENCE amid His people.  In bringing Communion to them, the minister represents Christ and manifests faith and charity on behalf of the whole parish community.  For the homebound, the reception of Communion represents not only a privilege but a sign of support and concern by our parish community for all its members. The Sacrament is brought to the homebound as an extension of the Eucharistic celebration at our weekend Masses.

To become a homebound minister, you need to take the Diocesan “Safe Environment Training” online and receive instruction in the parish.  The time commitment is about one hour a week and seasonal residents are welcome to participate. If you would like to become a Eucharistic Minister to the Homebound, or if you need someone to bring Communion to you, please call the parish office and talk with Darwin Reeck at 941-966-0807.
 
 “If anyone eats this bread, he will live forever.” (John 6:51)