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Liturgical Ministers

Date                Usher                       Lectors                       Intercessor          Chalice         Acolyte            Coffee Hour  
Sep. 3   Bill Stapleton   Jim and Robert         Shaw                -            Jonathan       Edens
Sep. 10    Watina           Judi and Carson         Janet               -             Abby           Granger
Sep. 17     Robert          Bill S and Tonya        Robert              -            Shawn          Frodge
Sep. 24 Bill Blackmon  Janet and Bill B        Carson              -            Watina         Peters

Oct. 1* Bill Stapleton     Jim and Janet            Bill B            Paul          Watina        Potluck!
Oct. 8       Watina        Carson and Bill S          Jim             Gerry        Jonathan    Rosenvold
Oct. 15      Robert          Judi and Tonya           Bill S           Shawn         Abby         Stapleton
Oct. 22      Bill B           Janet and Bill B          Tonya           Watina        Gerry           Sweet
Oct. 29      Bill S           Jim and Robert          Watina          Watina      Jonathan         Cox

*Fr. McKenzie's first time celebrating the Eucharist!

​Liturgical Ministries

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The following is a list of the various liturgical ministries that form integral parts of our corporate worship each week. Most of them require only the desire to serve, plus a little training. Please contact the Parish Office with any questions (606-248-6450; [email protected]).
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  • Parish Choir are leaders in the liturgy, helping to support the prayer of the community in music, leading the congregation in their vocal responses, and glorifying God through song. St. Mary's choir doesn't require an audition and is open to anybody. It rehearses (typically) on Thursday evenings and on Sunday mornings right before the liturgy.
  • Acolytes also assist the priest with the liturgy, by bearing the Cross in processions, by helping to lead processions, and by assisting with the offertory (when the offering of bread, wine, and money is brought to the Altar). This ministry is open to anybody, and requires a little training.
  • Eucharistic Ministers assist the priest during Holy Communion, bringing the chalice to the faithful. This ministry does require training, and requires a license from the diocese. Speak to Father Chris if you are interested in this vital ministry.
  • Lectors read the Word of God on Sunday mornings. One lector will read the portion from the Hebrew Scriptures, and another lector will read the portion from the Epistles (the parts of the New Testament that aren't Gospels). This simply requires a clear, strong speaking voice, the ability to read, and the desire to speak God's word in our worship.
  • Intercessors help to lead the congregation in prayer during the Prayers of the People. This important role of leadership guides the congregation the portion of the liturgy when we bring our intentions before God. There are several set prayers, and opportunities exist to compose your own. This ministry requires a little training.
  • Ushers greet people at the door and welcome newcomers and guests, answering questions, explaining worship resources like our prayer book and hymnals, and letting people know where the restrooms and child-care can be found! Ushers are a vital part of our hospitality
  • Oblationers fulfill a simple yet important role in the liturgy. They bring the bread and wine to the Altar during the offertory, representing the entire people of God bringing forward their gifts to be transformed by God. ​


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  • W E L C O M E
    • Greetings!
    • Our Values
    • St. Mary's Staff
    • St. Mary's Vestry
  • W O R S H I P
    • This Sunday
    • What to Expect >
      • Who's Serving this Week
    • Getting Married at St. Mary's
    • Sacred Music
  • EVENTS
  • Online Formation
  • A C T I O N
    • Mission & Outreach
  • Prayer Requests
  • G A L L E R Y
  • C O N T A C T
    • Map
  • RAMP Building
  • DONATE