Acolytes assist the priest, performing a number of important functions before, during, and at the close of the liturgy. The word "acolyte" means "follower" or "one who helps".  Students in middle School, high School, college, and adults are welcome and invited to serve as acolytes.

Acolytes train to learn the basics – the work of the crucifer and torchbearer during processions. We hold thurible workshops to build a corps of competent thurifers available for more services. We look forward, especially, to the “big” services when our training gets a real chance to shine: services like Palm Sunday, Easter, Pentecost, and Christmas.

In addition to their weekly service, and special service on festival days, annual events include a Shrove Tuesday / Mardi Gras Pancake Supper, a Maundy Thursday youth overnight vigil at the church, and leading the children’s Easter egg hunt.  Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Lay Eucharistic Ministers (LEMs) are members of the laity (i.e., non-ordained persons) who assist the priest during the Eucharist by serving the consecrated elements to the people.  

To serve as a Lay Eucharistic Minister at St. Peter’s, you need to:

• be at least 16 years old 
• be a baptized and confirmed member of the parish
• apply for a license from the Bishop (applications available in church office)
• receive LEM instruction from the Rector or the Rector’s designee

If you would like more details about the duties of LEMs contact:  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Linda Stoutenburgh

To serve the Lord’s Altar as a member of the Altar Guild is a privilege and a most rewarding experience. Members are dedicated, meticulous, and reverent as they care for His Table. The Altar Guild welcomes members who have served for many years as well as members who are just learning the intricate responsibilities that allow our church to welcome each season with fresh and beautiful greenery and floral displays. 

Training is provided.  Each Sunday is taken by one of the four teams of guild members who then share the joyful work of making our church a beautiful place for worship. The Altar Guild teams take on their jobs with cheerfulness, patience, and grace. Altar Guild is not just for women!  We have men who serve also.  We'd love to have you join us.  Contact:  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., Altar Guild Leader & Wedding Coordinator

pdf Altar Guild Handbook 2018 (19.08 MB)

Lectors are laypersons trained in reading scripture during a service. The term "Lector" is from the Latin, "to read."  “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”   (John 1:1).  Speaking this Word to the people is the role of Lector. 

If you would like to participate in this ministry, please contact the This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to arrange for your training.

Greeters reflect the love of Jesus Christ to everyone who enters our church ensuring everyone is warmly welcomed and made to feel at home.  This is a great way to get to know folks!  Basic tasks include:  Welcoming guests and regular attendees, Offer information, Lessen anxiety, Convey love and respect. 

We encourage individuals, families, and youth to volunteer.  Contact:  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Ushers are laypersons who greet and assists people as they enter the church.

During COVID-19, Ushers help to ensure St. Peter's health and safety precautions are performed, particularly seating and dismissing parishioners utilizing social distancing guidelines.

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Intercessors are one who prays on behalf of another or others through an intercessory prayer. Intercessors follow Jesus’ example as He is known as the heavenly intercessor who prays for us. (Romans 8:34; Hebrews 7:25; 1 John 2:1) 

 At St. Peter’s they lead the Prayers of the People, which are prayers of intercession (BCP, pp. 383-395).  The prayers are presented to the Lord on behalf of the congregation, and the congregation is invited to add prayers for their own special needs, concerns and blessings.         

If you would like to be a part of this ministry, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..