To form a spiritual ministry in which members offer their prayers, joys, sacrifices and sufferings to God for the needs of the parish and of the universal church.

All who are sick, handicapped, homebound and elderly are eligible to join the Ministry of Praise.

Ministers of Praise promise to pray and offer their sacrifices and sufferings - as well as joys - for the parish and for the universal church.

Ministers of Praise agree to be formally mandated to this ministry.

• Receive a certificate of ministry signed by the parish pastor.
• Receive a book of suggested prayers and a cross.
• Are never asked to attend meetings or pay dues.