Liturgical Ministries
Congregations, like their individual members have a ministry: a primary way in which God acts through them to carry out the mission of the Church. Ministry is faith in action!
All members of St. John's are invited to participate in the ministries. If you are interested in any of these ministries, please contact the church office for information. If there is a ministry not listed that you would like to see at St. John's, please contact a member of the Vestry.
Ministries of St. John's
Acolytes are ministers at the altar of God and assist the priest. They carry the cross, torches and book of Gospel readings at all worship services. Acolytes also assist in serving Holy Eucharist. Youth members of the church can become acolytes.
Altar Guild are responsible for the meticulous condition and inspiring appearance of the Church. They are responsible for the care of the altar and all the implements including polishing, laundering, washing and maintaining the beauty of the Church. Altar Guild contact the Parish Office.
Chalice Bearers, Lectors, and Lay Readers assist at all services. Lay readers are authorized to conduct services. Lectors read the lessons during the service. Chalice bearers assist in the distribution of communion.
Choir provides uplifting music on Sunday mornings and other important Church days and services. Choir practices in the church on Thursday evenings from 6:00-7:30 pm. All are welcome to join the choir - no experience necessary.
Flower Guild is a group of volunteers who create the flower arrangements in the church. Members serve on a rotation basis, being responsible for a particular Sunday each month. Monetary donations for flowers are requested. We invite you to sign up on the Flower Chart located in the Narthex or contact the office. You may dedicate flowers in celebration or in memory of any person or event you choose. The suggested donation is $40. New members are always welcome and can work alongside more experienced members.
Ushers assist by preparing the Church for services. They welcome worshipers, assist newcomers, dispense bulletins, collect the offerings, direct people to find seats and maintain a steady flow to the altar for communion.
Hospitality - providing light refreshments on Sundays and coordination of special events. All parishioners are invited to participate in Hospitality by providing treats on any Sunday of their choice. The sign-up sheet is located in Nale Hall.
Vestry is the elect body composed of the rector and a group of parishioners administering the business affairs of the parish. The volunteers serve a 3-year term ensuring the spiritual work of the Church can go on unhindered by the worldly concerns of the operation and upkeep of its physical church.
International Order of St. Luke, the Physician (OSL) is an ecumenical order of lay and clergy members dedicated to the Christian healing ministry. For more information about OSL, follow this link https://orderofstluke.org/en/
If you are interested in participating in any of out ministries, or would like more information, contact the church office at (619) 422-4141 or at info@saint-johns.org.