St. Philip's Episcopal Church
Worship Ministries

Serve in Worship

Worship Ministries

Supporting our worship together through dedicated service

Many Gifts, One Body

Many dedicated volunteers make our worship services beautiful and meaningful. All worship ministries require Safeguarding God's Children training.

If you're interested in serving, please contact the ministry coordinator listed or reach out to the church office.

Liturgical Ministries

Serving at the altar and in the sanctuary

Acolytes

Youth and Adult

Acolytes assist the clergy by carrying the cross, lighting candles, setting the table and preparing the rail for communion. Both youth and adults serve in this important ministry.

Contact: Abby Glass

Lay Eucharistic Ministry

LEMs

Assist in distributing communion elements during worship services. Annual training required, licensed by the Bishop.

Contact: Gena Hawk

Readers

Lectors

Read lessons and help lead prayers during worship. Annual training required to serve in this ministry.

Contact: Gena Hawk

Eucharistic Visitors

Extending the Celebration

Bring consecrated elements to those unable to attend services, providing a meaningful connection to the congregation.

Contact: Fred Brown

Altar Guild

Caring for the altar and preparing the sanctuary for worship

Set-up Committee

Caring for the altar and sanctuary, preparing for all worship services.

Contact: Dolores Brown

Brass Polishing

Monthly brass polishing ministry to keep our sacred vessels gleaming.

Contact: Sandy Briggs

Flower Committee

Creating beautiful floral arrangements for Sunday services and special occasions.

Contact: Martha Mayberry

Linens

Caring for and cleaning altar linens with reverence and attention to detail.

Contact: Penny Mann

Hospitality Ministries

Welcoming all who enter through our doors

Ushers

Greet people as they arrive, provide service leaflets, guide the collection, and ensure accessibility for all worshipers.

Contact: Scott Elliott & Jann Mellman

Welcomers

Welcome newcomers after Sunday services and offer Welcome bags filled with helpful church information and resources.

Contact: Jann Mellman

Serve in Worship

Use your gifts to enhance our worship and welcome all who gather. Every ministry matters, and there's a place for you.