Lay Liturgical Ministry

Lord Jesus Christ, who didst stretch out thine arms of love on the hard wood of the cross that everyone might come within the reach of thy saving embrace: So clothe us in thy Spirit that we, reaching forth our hands in love, may bring those who do not know thee to the knowledge and love of you; for the honor of thy Name.

- Book of Common Prayer p. 58. For the Mission of the Church

Acolytes

Acolytes are people who assist the priest and deacon at the altar, and with all other aspects of worship. They carry the cross, torches and banners in procession, serve at the altar, and help with communion preparation. Open to ages 10 and up.

For more information, please talk with any verger on Sunday morning.

Lectors

Lectors are people gifted for a ministry of reading the Bible worship. They are able to read clearly and loudly. They have a deep reverence for the Bible, and find joy in the ways God is revealed in Holy Scripture. Open to those age 10 and up.

For more information, please contact Candice Christensen, chair of the Liturgy and Music Committee, 651-429-8453.

Lay Eucharistic Ministers

Lay Eucharistic Ministers (LEMs for short, and also known by the older term Chalice Bearers) assist at communion by serving the wine. Open to adults and youth age 16 and up who have been confirmed.

For more information, please contact Candice Christensen, chair of the Liturgy and Music Committee, 651-429-8453.

Lay Eucharistic Visitors

Lay Eucharistic Visitors (LEVs for short) are Lay Eucharistic Ministers who have been further trained to take Communion and parish news to homebound parishioners.

For more information, please contact Contact: Rev. Joanie, ext. 14 or Deacon Debra, .

Lay Readers

Lay Readers are adults who engage in more rigorous and lengthy training, and who are then licensed to lead Morning or Evening Prayer and other services. They may also serve as a Lector, Lay Eucharistic Minister, or Lay Eucharistic Visitor.

For more information, please contact Candice Christensen, chair of the Liturgy and Music Committee, 651-429-8453.