Acolyte
The mission of the Acolyte is to assist the priest and congregation by helping ensure that everything needed to worship is prepared and in place. Acolytes serve an important role in the liturgy by lighting the candles before the service and extinguishing them afterward, carrying the processional cross, assisting the priest in preparing the altar for Holy Communion, and helping distribute the offering plates during the offertory. Serving as an acolyte is a meaningful way to participate in the worship life of St. John's and support the congregation during services.
Training sessions are held as needed to instruct new acolytes. 
 

Altar Guild
The Altar Guild is a devoted group of laypersons who care for the altar vestments, altar linens, and communion vessels of the parish. Members prepare the altar for worship services, including Holy Eucharist, and ensure that everything is properly cleaned and cared for afterward.

Their responsibilities also include arranging flowers for the altar each week and for special occasions such as baptisms, confirmations, weddings, and funerals. Through their dedication and attention to detail, the Altar Guild helps create a beautiful and reverent setting for worship.

Often described as the liturgical partner of the priest, the Altar Guild provides an important ministry of service behind the scenes. It is a gift of time and talent that reflects a deep reverence for God's house and a heartfelt commitment to its care and beauty.

Episcopal Church Women (ECW)
The mission statement of the ECW is “Prayer, Service, and Evangelism.”  This is achieved as a community as well as individually by members who provide their time, talent, and money to others in need.  Outreach, both within our church and outside our church, is supported often by not only our treasury but also by congregation members.  Each year the ECW sponsors several fundraisers as a way to fulfill its mission.  Past fundraisers have included brunches before service, a yearly baked goods/craft sale, auctions designed around a theme, selling of cookbooks, and raffles.  Each woman of the church is a welcomed member of the ECW and is invited to participate in our meetings.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 



Women's Bible Study
The Women’s Bible Study meets once a week studying different books or subjects that strengthen their understanding and relationships with each other, the church, and our God.  It is an opportunity for fellowship, prayerful support of one another, and spiritual growth.  All women are encouraged to attend.












 

Men's Bible Study
The Men’s Bible Study group meets once a week beginning with breakfast and fellowship time.  The men read the assigned lessons and discuss how these scriptures speak to us today.  Prayers are offered for the sick and anyone in need. Membership is open and all men are encouraged to attend.