Worship Committee

This committee consist of the lay leaders of our Acolytes, Altar Guild, Flower Guild, Lay Eucharistic Ministers and Readers, Ushers, and the Audio/Visual operators -all volunteer organizations drawn from our congregation. Together with our Music Director, this committee serves as an advisory group to the rector for planning and organizing the spiritual and worship life of the parish. The committee is chaired by the vestryperson for worship.

Lay Eucharist Ministers and Readers

St. Andrew’s Lay Eucharistic Ministers (LEM) and Readers are a dedicated group who make an important contribution to our worship services. The LEMs lead the parish in worship by reading Scripture and the Psalms, reciting the Prayers of the People, and serving wine at Communion. The Chalice Bearers are registered with the diocese as Eucharistic Ministers. St. Andrew’s lay ministry team is a very supportive group, readily volunteering their time and gladly substituting for one another as needed. New LEM members are always welcome. Anyone interested should feel free to contact the coordinator of the lay Eucharistic ministers team, or any member of the clergy for more information

Acolytes

Acolytes have served as ministry helpers at God’s altars for over seventeen centuries. At St. Andrew’s we recruit youth in the congregation to serve as acolytes providing our youth meaningful inclusion and the opportunity to grow and practice their faith by serving God and their community. A full team consists of a crucifer, two torches and a banner. Click here for a look at the Acolytes Customary. This form of public testimony, literally standing before others living their faith, helps the acolytes grow in confidence and serves as an outreach and example of service to the entire congregation. Please contact the acolyte coordinator to volunteer.

Ushers

Ushers make people feel welcome and comfortable at worship services. By extending a smile and a handshake at the door each Sunday, ushers show that St. Andrew’s is a friendly and caring place. Ushers help people find a seat, collect and present offerings, prepare the chancel rail before communion, direct communicants to the rail, and assist clergy as needed during worship services. Children often assist as ushers during the 10am Service. If you would like to join our team, please contact our Usher Coordinators.

Prayer List

The parish community prays during all worship services for people who are ill, hospitalized, or having special needs. Anyone, parishioner or not, may be included on this list. Send an email to the rector to add someone to the prayer list.

Altar Guild

The liturgy begins and ends with the work of the Altar Guild as members maintain and care for the sacred vessels, altar linens, hangings, and vestments. Members serve once a month, and the time of service is flexible. New members receive training and work side by side with experienced members as they learn. While the work of the Altar Guild is done in quiet and behind the scenes, it is seen and relied upon by the clergy and the congregation. Please reach out to the director of the Altar Guild if you are interested in joining in this important ministry.

Flower Guild

The St. Andrew’s Flower Guild is responsible for arranging flowers for the main altar and many other locations throughout our church. The group also decorates the church on a grand scale for the festivals of Christmas, Easter, Pentecost, and St. Andrew’s Day in November. The Flower Guild is open to anyone with a love of flowers and a few hours once a month to arrange Sunday’s flower offerings with other members of the group. Training and support will be provided for anyone who would like to help adorn our worship space with flowers, greenery, and sometimes even trees. Please contact the Flower Guild chairs.