The Office for Parish Life will offer an all-day training session for new Extraordinary Ministers of Communion on Saturday, February 8, 2020 from 9:00AM to 2:30PM at the Diocesan Pastoral Center, 330 Wyoming Ave. Scranton, PA. This session will cover the theology of the Eucharist and the Mass, the history and spirituality of the ministry, as well as the particular functions of the Extraordinary Minister of Communion, and how to properly prepare and carry out this ministry. Candidates for the training should have the approval of his or her pastor/parish life coordinator. There is no fee for the training, and lunch will be provided. Please note that it is necessary for candidates to attend the entire session. To register: click here or contact the Office for Parish Life: 570-207-2213.