“The church cannot function at its best to the Glory of God without a loyal, devoted, loving Altar Guild.  These loving servants, in their essential ministry, are truly servants of the servants of God.” In general terms, the duty of the Altar Guil…

It has been a tradition at St. Andrew’s to have flowers on either side of the altar throughout the year except during Lent.  The weekly flowers are sponsored by parishioners who would like to remember or give thanksgiving for loved ones.  Every effort is …

A Eucharistic Minister is a lay person authorized to administer the Consecrated Elements at a Celebration of Holy Eucharist. A Eucharistic Minister should normally act under the direction of a Deacon, if any, or otherwise, the Member of the Clergy or…

   Lectors are lay members of the congregation who are asked to read lessons from the church lectern.  Some training is required and lectors are scheduled to read at least one Sunday per month.  They may also be called upon to lead the Prayers of the…

Ushers welcome parishioners, newcomers and visitors alike as they arrive at church, hand out bulletins, offer help in finding a seat. During the service, they count and record the number of people present, bring up the elements, take up…