Get Involved
Worship at St. John’s is a shared experience, made richer by those who offer their time and talents in service. Whether through music, reading, ushering, or assisting at the altar, there are many ways to be part of our vibrant worship community.
Each role is an opportunity to deepen your faith, connect with others, and contribute to the life of the church. Explore how you can serve and make a meaningful impact in our worship.
Serving in Worship
Here are a few ways you can take part in the St. John’s services.
If you have further questions or inquiries, feel free to contact us on more ways you can serve at St. John’s.
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Acolytes light and extinguish the candles, carry the cross during processions, assist in receiving the gifts and preparing the table for the Eucharist, and in other ways to ensure that services run smoothly.
An acolyte must be at least 9 years old and mature enough to be comfortable apart from parents during the service. For more information about serving as an Acolyte, contact George Moore.
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The Altar Guild assists by caring for the vessels, vestments, linens and candles of our worship. Members serve once every four weeks, and cover Sunday and weekday Eucharists and any funerals or weddings in their week.
Periodic social gatherings are scheduled during the program year. For more information about serving on the altar guild, contact Fr. Joél Muñoz.
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The choirs provide the primary musical leadership for the Sunday and other special services. Ours are volunteer choirs, and anyone with an interest in singing is welcome to give it a try.
You must attend rehearsals to sing on Sundays, and the rehearsals are on Thursdays from 7:15 – 9:00 pm and on Sundays at 9:15 am. To learn more contact Jeffry Stearns.
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The only qualification for this ministry is that you are comfortable in reading in front of a crowd! Lectors are scheduled at all services throughout the year and, yes, we give you the readings in advance. A member of the congregation is available to give some pointers on reading and speaking in public – speak with one of the clergy if you think this would help you.
For more information about serving as a Lector or Lay Eucharistic Minister, contact Fr. Joél Muñoz.
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These persons are selected by the clergy and licensed by the bishop to assist in the distribution of the Holy Eucharist, and receive specific training for this ministry. Persons called to this ministry must be active members of the congregation and willing to assist at services other than on Sunday morning (e.g. special Christmas or Holy Week services or occasionally a funeral).
In addition to assisting in communion, LEMs also lead the Prayers of the People and on occasion take other roles in the liturgy under the direction of the rector.
For more information about serving as a Lector or Lay Eucharistic Minister, contact Fr. Joél Muñoz.
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Ushers provide welcome and hospitality. They greet people at the door, offer the service bulletin and answer any questions visitors may have.
They help find seats when the church is crowded, oversee the collection and presentation of the congregation’s offering, and move people forward in an efficient manner at the time of communion. Then they help to straighten the pews and book racks following the service.
Ushers who are able will often help at weekday funerals. For more information about serving as an Usher, contact Ray Polstra.
Contact Us to Get Started
Worship is at the heart of the Christian faith and life, but it is especially dear to Episcopalians and it is the foundation of St. John’s identity as a church community. If you would like to help lead or support our community’s worship, please fill out the form below. A member of the church staff will be in contact with you.
For more information, contact Teresa Lohrman or call the church office at 765.742.4079, ext. 0.