Chapter V-G. Lectern or Place from Which the Word of God is
Proclaimed 272. The dignity of the word of God requires the
church to have a place that is suitable for proclamation of the
word and is a natural focal point for the people during the
Liturgy of the Word.  As a rule the lectern or ambo should be
stationary, not simply a movable stand. In keeping with the
structure of each church, it must be so placed that the
ministers may be easily seen and heard by the faithful. The
readings, responsorial psalm, and the Easter Proclamation
(Exsultet) are proclaimed from the lectern; it may be used also
for the homily and general intercessions (prayer of the
faithful). It is better for the commentator, cantor, or choir
director not to use the lectern.