Acolytes

We invite our children to be active participanst in our Sunday worship as acolytes. Children in third grade and older can serve as torch bearers while more senior children, often teenagers, fill the important role of Crucifer. These are significant contributions to our worship life which we hope your child will embrace. The training takes about 20 minutes and most acolytes serve approximately once a month. Adults who would like to help organize the youngsters prior to the services are also most welcome.

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    • Serving when assigned and being prompt. helping to get the church ready for worship (e.g., lighting candles).

    • Understanding the different parts of a worship service; knowing what is supposed to happen and when.

    • Knowing the specific responsibilities of the assigned position (e.g., crucifer).

    • Performing actions carefully and with reverence.

    • Helping lead the congregation in worship by joining in prayers and singing and kneeling or standing at appropriate times.

  • Acolytes usually will be scheduled once a month.