Lector Formation / Entrenamiento de Lectores (Winter 2026)

November 5, 2025 // Worship Office Updates

Saturday, January 31, 2026 – 8:45am-12:30pm
Archdiocesan Pastoral Center
171 Clifton Avenue
Newark, NJ 07104

The Worship Office is sponsoring a workshop (in English or Spanish) to train* or renew those who serve in the ministry of lector. Topics include:

Importance of Scripture (Msgr. Anthony Zaccardi / Deacon Jorge Montalvo)
Public Speaking
Role of the Lector in Liturgy (Rev. Thomas Dente / Jose Planas)

Books will be available for purchase. (Checks and cash only; No credit cards)

This is an adult (18+) learning day; there are no accommodations for children.
Please do not bring children.
No food will be provided.

Fee: $25 per person; $350.00 (14 or more)

*Serving in the ministry of lector for a parish or institution is at the discretion of the pastor/chaplain. The pastor/chaplain should be aware of attendance at this workshop.

To register, please fill out the online form here and mail in the registration fee.
https://forms.office.com/r/WmuXefu2xC

Updated November 5, 2025