Service to Grace

Members are a vital part of the worship service and in other ministries serving the parish. The goal of these ministries is to nurture the members so as to prepare them for service in growing the Kingdom of God. All are welcomed to volunteer for and attend periodic training for each of these ministries.

Lay Readers and Licensed Eucharistic Minister

Parishioners may become trained to serve in the role of Licensed Eucharistic Minister (LEM) or Eucharistic Minister (EM) in the worship service, wearing vestments and assisting the priest in administering …

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Usher

In each worship service, the usher hands out service bulletins, helps worshipers to be seated as needed, guides people to the altar for communion, and handles the offering plate.

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Altar Guild

Those participating in this ministry are dedicated to preparation of the altar for worship and communion by preparing the bread and wine; caring for the altar linens, plate, chalice, candles, …

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Flower Guild

This group works very closely with the Altar Guild to prepare the altar for each service by purchasing flowers or obtaining them from the cutting garden, and arranging flowers and …

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Acolyte

This ministry is open to young parishioners to assist with the service by lighting the worship candles, carrying the cross, handing the bread and wine to the priest during communion, …

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Readers

In each service readers deliver some of the Scripture readings and lead the congregation in the Prayers of the People. Readers may also lead Morning Prayer when the rector is …

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Music & Choir

The Grace Episcopal Church Adult Choir is both appreciated and loved by the congregation at large. Currently the Adult Choir is made up of 10 dedicated members and led by …

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Lay Weeders & Gardeners

This group (with or without green thumbs) ministers to the beautiful and extensive gardens at Grace, assisting the garden designer and the gardener in keeping weeds under control, straightening up …

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