Ushers/Greeters with Disabilities

SOURCE: Guiding Principles & Strategies for Inclusion in the Liturgy of Catholics with Disabilities (Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions, 2005)

Ushers and Greeters, commonly called Ministers of Hospitality, are most effective when the represent the entire community. In the name of Christ and the Church, they are the first to welcome visitors to the community and they are the people entrusted with making everyone feel at home. Obviously, a person with disabilities can fulfill this ministry and witness that all are, indeed, welcome in the Church. People with disabilities also may be more acutely aware of the people’s physical needs in the building. A person with a cognitive disability may find particular acceptance and fulfillment in this ministry.