Ministries for Worship
Many people do quiet work behind the scenes to provide a reverent, joyful setting for worship.
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Acolytes
In most churches only young people serve as acolytes, carrying the cross and torches, lighting the candles, assisting at the altar, but at St Margaret’s we allow adults to serve as well.
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Altar Guild
The Altar Guild is responsible for “setting the table” for communion, making sure that everything appears beautiful for the congregation and ready for the priest.
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Audio-visual Crew
The AV crew have a twofold responsibility, making sure that people attending the service can hear all the parts even in the back of the church, and sharing the livestream on the web.
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Choir
Under the direction of Adam Munzert, St Margaret’s choir offers anthems at the collection and guidance throughout the service.
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Flower Guild
The Flower Guild is responsible for the beautiful flowers on the altar every week (except in Lent) and the amazing decorations at Christmas and Easter.
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Lay Eucharistic Minister
LEMs assist the priest and offer the wine to communicants during Eucharist.
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Lectors
Lectors read the lessons and Prayers of the People each Sunday. Licensed lectors can also lead Morning or Evening Prayer.
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Ushers
The ushers act as greeters, giving everyone a warm welcome on Sundays, and their quiet oversight and assistance make the service flow smoothly.