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Liturgical Ministries
Liturgical Ministries
Many of the important liturgical functions of our church services are entrusted to the laity, calling upon the gifts of many different people serving together to the glory of God.
Acolyte Guild
A gateway to a lifetime of serving the Church, the mission of the Acolyte Guild is to guide the young people at St. Andrew’s on a path of Christian faith and spiritual growth. They do this through assisting the clergy of St. Andrews’s on special occasions. Adult acolyte vergers mentor the acolytes before and during church services. Click here for more information the Acolyte Training or contact Tom Love, Saint Andrew’s Verger.
Altar Guild
Under the direction of the clergy, Altar Guild is responsible for setting up and caring for the furnishings in the Nave, Sacristy, and any other area of the church where special worship will take place. The Altar Guild is a ministry of "quiet service". It's a critical behind the scenes act of services to the church.
Lector and Lay Eucharistic Ministry
The St Andrew's Lector and Lay Eucharistic Ministry serves at regularly scheduled Sunday church services at 8:00am and 10:15am, in addition to participating in all special services including weddings and funerals. Lectors read Scripture for the congregation and take part in the Prayers of the People. Lay Eucharistic Ministers assist in the distribution of Communion.
Verger Guild
In ancient times the Verger was the Protector of the Procession in the Church. The Verger was the first person in the procession that “cleared” the way as the procession made its way to the Altar. Today’s Vergers are laypersons who serve the Church in a welcoming ministry. In addition to organizing and leading the procession, additional tasks are assigned by the Priest as the primary duty of the Verger is to assist clergy prior to the start of a Holy Communion church service.
Usher Guild
Ushers greet Parishioners and visitors to St Andrew’s at the door at all services and distribute service bulletins to attendees. Ushers also collect the offering and present it during each Sunday service. They also assist in guiding Parishioners to the communion rail to receive the Holy Communion.
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