Altar Guild We have a very active Altar Guild at Saint Anselm. Our Altar Guild is open to all members of the congregation by invitation from the Rector, and training is available for all new members. We have a multitude of liturgical ministries available at Saint Anselm. All members of the congregation of all ages are encouraged to participate in our liturgical ministry.
Training is given for all ministries.
Those who read the lessons and lead the psalm. Those who light the candles before and extinguish them after each service. Those who read the Prayers of the People during the service. In general, someone who serves at the altar. At Saint Anselm, acolytes receive the eucharistic elements and monetary offering from the oblationists and the ushers and present these offerings to the celebrant.