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The ACU Centre for Liturgy, once again in partnership with the Archdiocese of Melbourne, offered free in-person liturgical ministry training workshops in 2026.
In July 2026 staff at the ACU Centre for Liturgy led a training workshop to prepare new and experienced Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion to become effective and hospitable ministers and thus serve their communities well. It was hosted by St John Vianney Parish in Mulgrave.
ACU's experienced liturgy instructors guided participants through engaging material in a friendly and supportive learning environment. Because ministry occurs in a particular location with its own expectations and procedures, training in this program will be complemented by a local practicum by the Parish Priest (or his designate) to help apply the learning.
The Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion training program examines what liturgical ministry is and details the practical and spiritual formation needed for those who minister Holy Communion. The Mass is explored, with a special focus on the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Vessels are examined and movement and procedures are demonstrated and practiced. Specific issues related to this ministry are also discussed. Parishes which missed this opportunity are invited to consider whether they have parishioners who may be interested in formation in this ministry via the online training program. The next program starts on 4 August 2026. Details of this program can be found at Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Online Training Program. Fees apply.
In June 2026, at the parish of Ivanhoe, the ACU Centre for Liturgy offered a very comprehensive training program for Ministers of the Word, sponsored by the Archdiocese of Melbourne.
Parishes which missed this opportunity are invited to consider whether they have parishioners who may be interested in formation in this ministry via the online training program. The next program starts on 6 October. Details of this program can be found at Ministers of the Word Online Training Program. Fees apply.
Engagement with the local community is a key feature of liturgical formation programs led by the ACU Centre for Liturgy, and participants from parishes, schools and Church organisations were nominated by their parish priest as the first step in the registration process.
In April 2026, at the parishes of Greensborough and Hoppers Crossing North, the ACU Centre for Liturgy offered very successful free in-person three-hour refresher sessions for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion on ministering from the chalice.
Parishes which missed this opportunity, and would like to host a session, are invited to phone the ACU Centre for Liturgy on 02 9701 4751 or email [email protected]. A fee would apply.
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