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Acolytes Acolytes assist the priest in worship services by lighting and extinguishing the altar candles, carrying the cross during the procession, collecting the offering and other duties. If you would like to become an acolyte contact Bishop Bob or Fred Blair. Adult Choir Our Adult Choir leads our congregation in song at our 11:00 a.m. service and on special occasions. Under the able direction of Andrea Linnell, our choir is a source of pride for our congregation. Practices are held at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. Anyone with a desire to serve the Lord with their voice is welcome. For more information, contact Andrea Linnell. Altar Guild The Altar Guild is responsible for insuring that the altar is decorated in accordance with the appropriate church season and setup for the appropriate Holy Communion or Morning Prayer services. They make our altar beautiful and fulfill an important role in providing us with a meaningful religious experience. For more information concerning this rewarding ministry, please contact Missy Carroll. Bell Choir St. Paul's English Bell Choir provides music at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. services and on special occasions. The group is known for it exuberance, dedication to music and penchant for having fun, while making a joyful noise to the glory of God. The Bell Choir conducts rehearsals on Wednesdays with setup beginning at 6:00 p.m. and practice beginning promptly at 6:15 p.m. The choir is always looking for new members and alternates. You don't have to read music to join and play. If you are interested in joining or have questions concerning this ministry contact Bell Choir Director Cathy Gates. Kitchen Angels The Kitchen Angels keep our kitchen clean each month. If you are interested in helping, contact Lucile Seborg. Ladies Guild of St. Paul's The Ladies Guild of St. Paul's is a social group for women of all ages in the church. They participate in several social outings and events throughout the year. The Ladies Guild has an ongoing project to collect toiletries for Hope House, send cards to parishioners on various occasions and supports the church in other projects throughout the year. If you are interested in the Ladies Guild please contact Jan Wyatt. Lay Readers Lay readers perform an important service for our congregation by reading the Bible lessons appointed for each Sunday's services. We are always looking for additional readers. If you are interested please contact Father Bob or Jim Lin. Outreach Committee St. Paul’s strives to serve the spiritual and physical needs of our neighbor, Hope House. This is a rehabilitation center for people with drug and alcohol addiction. Our church also participates every year in an Angel Tree project, which provides Christmas gifts to children an eye clinic in India, and other projects. St. Paul's and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity work together to help families enjoy a blessed and joyous Easter and Thanksgiving and Christmas. Emily Loiselle and Betty Royer head of our outreach program. SP NUTs (St. Paul's Nurturing Us Teens) SP NUTs is our youth group open to all teens 12 and up. Any middle or high schooler interested in SP NUTs can attend a meeting or contact John or Kelli Welch. Watch for details of upcoming events. Supper Club Supper Club is an opportunity to get together with fellow parishioners for good food, good fun and good fellowship. Functions are held bi-monthly. If you would like to join contact Karen Riser. Ushers Our ushers are the first persons to greet new and old members as they enter the church. They assist the congregation in finding a seat for services, collect the offering, assist parishioners to the communion rail during Holy Communion, and provide visitors and new parishioners with information concerning the service and the church. For more information concerning this important ministry please contact Bob Carruthers. Weddings If you are planning a wedding, contact Jan Wyatt at the church office. Contact Father Bob for marriage counseling and further information. Wednesday Morning Men's Prayer Breakfast Bishop Bob's Breakfast Bunch meets at Reno's Restaurant every Wednesday at Reno's at 9:00 a.m. Please come for an hour of prayer, fellowship and a great breakfast. |
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