St. Stephen's Anglican Church

Liturgical Ministries

“Liturgical” here means “relating to the worship service.” There are a variety of ways to serve God at St. Stephen’s during worship.

Altar Guild

The Altar Guild works behind the scenes to prepare the altar for each Holy Eucharist. That means cleaning and maintaining all the linens, vestments, and vessels used in our services, making sure that what we offer to God is the very best we have.

Contact:  Donna Baker – bakers1822 [at] sbcglobal [dot] net


 

Lay Eucharistic Ministers

Lay Eucharistic Ministers (LEMs) assist the rector in the services by reading scripture lessons, leading the intercessory prayers, and helping distribute Holy Communion. LEMs are also authorized by the bishop to officiate at public services like Morning and Evening Prayer.
Contact: Tom Bransford – tom [at] bransford [dot] biz


 

Lectors

The reading aloud of the Bible is central to our worship. The men and women who serve as Lectors take seriously both the privilege and responsibility of reading the Holy Scriptures during worship so that the people of God may clearly hear the Word of God.
Contact: LEM & Lector: Tom Bransford – tom [at] bransford [dot] biz


 

Acolytes

Acolytes assist in the services by carrying the various items such as crosses and torches that make our worship more reverent, helping the rector prepare the Holy Communion, and collecting the offerings brought by the congregation.

Contact:  Tom Bransford – tom [at] bransford [dot] biz


 

Choir

The choir leads the congregational singing. Accompanied by piano or organ – and occasionally a guitar or cello – this talented group draws our hearts and thoughts heavenward.

Contact: Rebecca Herd – rebecca [at] ststephenshurst [dot] com.



Ushers

Open to Adult Members of the Parish
Ushers greet and distribute service bulletins, guide the congregation during worship and oversee the collection and offering of gifts at the Eucharist. Ushers direct parishioners and visitors from their seats to the communion rail at the time of receiving communion.
Contact:  Scott Cassara –  elmtchr [at] aol [dot] com

Contact us to get involved.