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The Worship Ministry Teams of St. Francis
Acolytes
The role of acolyte is both historic and important in providing a graceful liturgy to God’s people. Serving as an acolyte is a wonderful way for children to grow spiritually and in Christian service. Each Sunday our young people (Grades 4-12) assist our clergy with bringing the liturgy to our parishioners. Some acolyte duties include lighting candles, processing and recessing with the clergy, and assisting our priests with other aspects of our Eucharistic services. If you are interested in serving on this ministry team please contact a Verger or call the church office (310) 375-4617.
Altar Chapter
All women of the parish are enthusiastically invited to join the Altar Chapter. The services this devoted group provides are integral to the beauty of the worship at St. Francis. Altar Chapter members prepare the church for each service: setting the altars, arranging flowers and seasonal decorations, and overseeing the maintenance of all the beautiful linens used throughout the church seasons. The Altar Chapter is in charge of setting the altar for wedding and funeral services as well. We hope that you will consider this ministry in caring for God’s house. If you would like to serve please contact the Altar Chapter Directress, via the church office, or ask any Chapter member for more information.
Chalice Bearers and Lay Eucharistic Visitors
Chalice Bearers are members of the congregation, who, after training, participate in the communion service by offering wine to the communicants. One of our current volunteers in this ministry describes this service as being one where he feels, “deeply in touch with the holy.”
Lay Eucharistic Visitors assist by bringing communion to parishioners who are shut-ins and those who are hospitalized, offering them the comfort of communion and a visit from a caring Worship Ministry Team member.
If you wish to serve in either of these important ministerial roles or know of someone in need of a visit from one of our Lay Ministers please contact the Vestry Member for Worship via the church office (310) 375-4617.
Greeters
This ministry team of outgoing parishioners is charged with greeting visitors to St. Francis, sharing parish information with them, and being a friendly face in a new place for those who are just visiting or those seeking a new church home. The Greeters Ministry Team is always happy to have new volunteers join their ranks. If you are interested in this important ministry of hospitality please contact the Vestry Member for New Member Formation via the church office
(310) 375-4617.
Lectors and Lay Readers
Adults and high school students participate in the church services by reading lessons from scripture, Psalms, and leading the congregation in reading of the Prayers of the People. We are always looking for readers with a passion for sharing God’s Word on Sunday morning. If you are feeling “in fine voice” please consider joining this ministry team by contacting one of our Vergers via the church office.
Oblation Bearers
Members of the congregation are invited to present the communion elements at the altar before communion. We hope you will consider participating in this brief but sacred role on the ministry team. Speak with a Verger or call the church office (310) 375-4617 to arrange participation.
Ushers
Adults and young people in Grades 4-12 participate in our services as ushers. Ushers greet arriving worshippers, distribute service bulletins, collect and present the offering, and assist persons taking communion. If you are interested in becoming an usher please contact the church office (310) 375-4617. New faces are always welcome.
