Worship Ministries

Appointed and trained by the Rector. They assist the priest in scheduling and training acolytes, Lay Eucharistic Ministers and Lay Readers. Before any service they check that everything is ready and all who are to serve are present. After the service they record the statistics for the service. Our Vergers are members of the National Guild, having completed a year of training.

At Good Shepherd you will hear traditional Christian hymns from the Hymnal (1982), Lift Every Voice and Sing II, and Wonder, Love, and Praise. Most Sundays, the choir will sing a prepared Anthem during the Offertory.

Prepares the church for all worship services, cares for our altar, our fine linens, and the flowers in preparation for all services. 

Serve at the altar on Sunday mornings, help distribute the consecrated elements.

Read the three scriptures assigned for that Sunday

Acolytes light and extinguish the altar candles, assist with the opening and gospel procession, and serve at the altar as needed.

Take communion to those not able to attend due to illness

Greets current members and helps visitors find seating; assists with collecting the offering and guiding the people to the altar for communion.