Acolytes are servants to the Clergy during the worship service assisting in the preparation for Holy Communion, carrying the processional cross(es) and torches, assisting with the offering plates and seeing that the altar candles are lit at the proper times. Children are encouraged to volunteer, but any age will benefit from this ministry. Contact John Bredehoeft for more info.

The Altar Guild is responsible for setting up the altar, maintaining the area behind the altar rail and side altar, also cleaning and maintaining all the Holy Items used during services including vessels, linens, candles and vestments worn by priests. Contact Allison Moore for more info.

AV Technicians operate the audio and service graphics for Sunday morning services. Some technical skill is required and operators are fully trained by the heads of this ministry. Commitment involves volunteering on some Sundays. Full training provided for running slides, cameras or audio during services. Contact Michele Pierson for more info.

Chalice Bearers assist the clergy with the distribution of the wine during Holy Communion at all Sunday and other special services. Contact Alice Bagley for more info.

Volunteer to help make and serve coffee on Sunday mornings. It’s a great way to get to know others and a service that is very much appreciated. Contact Charles Carpenter for more info.

Ushers greet people, answer questions, help with seating, take up the collection, and assist with Holy Communion by providing the clergy with the count of persons present, bringing the gifts of bread and wine forward, and helping with the logistics of persons coming forward to receive Communion. Contact Bruce Dunn for more info.

Join the Christ Church Choir or Modern Music Band. Christ Church is blessed with an abundance of talent and energy offering musical excellence to the Glory of God. Volunteer and staff musicians work together seamlessly each week to produce a unique blend of ancient and modern musical styles. The Choir is open to all parishioners who are interested in singing with us and can commit to the rehearsal schedule. The choir meets most Thursdays at 7 pm for rehearsal, and then on Sunday mornings to warm up for scheduled Sundays from September - May.

The Band is an audition-only group due to the special musical capacity our program requires.

If you are a musician, we strongly encourage you to consider joining our ministry! Please contact Dan Dufford, our Director of Music, for more information.

Pew angels keep our pews neat and stocked with important information for parishioners. Contact Ann Ruybal for more information and time commitment.

LECTORS (readers)

Lectors are the lay readers of the Word at Sunday services. Given the importance of the Scriptures, lectors are charged with proclaiming the Word clearly, purposefully, and respectfully. Contact Jo Churchill for more info.

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

One aspect of our corporate worship as Episcopalians is audible prayer led by a member of the congregation. Prayers either come from The book of Common Prayer or are composed by designated individuals, both of which follow a prescribed outline. Volunteers who read the Prayers of the People can participate on select Sundays based on their schedules. Contact Dennis Ridgley for more info.

Christ Church offers a formal Welcome Ministry which is comprised of Greeters, Hosts, and Sponsors who work with newcomers to help them know more about Christ Church.

GREETERS
Greeters warmly welcome people as they enter the church on Sundays. They answer any questions that people have and help connect them to others. If you love meeting new people, this is a great ministry to connect with. Contact Bev Fish for more info.

HOSTS
Hosts facilitate events that help newcomers become more familiar with Christ Church. These events help newcomers meet each other and gives them an opportunity to ask questions which are answered by Clergy, staff, Vestry and lay ministry leaders.

SPONSORS
Sponsors walk alongside new members and help then connect into the life and ministry of Christ Church.

Contact Tammie Sawicki for more details.

Vergers assist the clergy to assure a seamless congregational worship experience. Vergers partner with Worship Ministry Leaders to address training, planning, and other issues specific to individual ministries. Contact Fran Berry for more info.