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The Worship Ministry Consists of:

Acolytes

Acolytes serve during regular Sunday worship and on other occasions throughout the liturgical year. Grace acolytes participate in the annual Acolyte Festival at the Washington National Cathedral.

Grace Episcopal Acolyte Training Guide
 

Altar Guild

Members of the Altar Guild provide and care for the appointments of the sanctuary and the vessels of the altar, and make preparations for all services of the church.

Counters

Five teams of 2 or 3 parishioners work as counters. These teams are responsible for counting the offering each Sunday and on certain special occasions.

Flower Guild

The Grace Church Flower Guild provides floral decoration and/or greenery for the Altar and Chapel each Sunday. It also, with the help of the Altar Guild and other individuals, decorates the entire sanctuary for the great festivals of Christmas and Easter. The Flower Guild currently has __ members whose goals are: to create flower arrangements which glorify God and enhance worship; to learn about and increase flower arranging skills; and to enjoy the creativity that is an essential part of this ministry. Working individually, members obtain and arrange flowers for the Sunday services. Flowers and greenery often come from home gardens or may be purchased with funds furnished through contributions from those dedicating flowers for a particular Sunday or from general donations.

Lectors

Lectors, adults and youth, assist during worship services by reading the appointed scripture lessons.

Liturgical Lay Eucharistic Ministers

LLEMS are persons licensed by the Bishop to administer the chalice during the services of Holy Eucharist. They also read the Prayers of the People.

Ushers

Ushers welcome newcomers, greet parishioners, facilitate seating, gather the offering, and offer assistance where needed. The Ushers currently need people to serve two times per year.

Worship Committee

This committee consists of clergy, staff, and lay volunteers who work together to help enhance through liturgy, music, special activities, and the physical surroundings the message revealed through the appointed scripture for each liturgical season. Please contact Bruce McPherson at 301.585.3515.