Worship committee Acolytes Altar Guild Ushers Lectors Chalice Bearers HOME Worship Committee is a forum for the ongoing renewal of our approach to God in worship through informed discussion and regular re-evaluation of our liturgy. We seek to assist the Rector in his responsibility, both to help the people of Saint Stephen's grow in their awareness of the deep meanings contained in our liturgy, and to provide for liturgy that engages and renews our faith, strengthens our spirit, and enables us to boldly live out our lives as Christians. Committee members meet monthly in the evening with the Rector and other members of the clergy to further these aims.
Participants learn more about the liturgy while participating in services.
Acolytes serve in the procession and recession and assist during communion by helping the clergy and directing communicants. Acolytes attend one two-hour training session at the beginning of the year and serve at approximately one service per month. They also assist at special services during the Christmas and Easter seasons. Altar Guild carefully and faithfully prepares the Altars for every service of the Holy Eucharist. It maintains and makes replacements of the silver and crystal vessels, linens, vestments, and other items related to our worship.