Our Worship Ministries
If you are interested in getting involved in or learning more about any of the worship ministries below, please contact the Parish Office at leedschurch@aol.com.
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Altar Guild
The Altar Guild is composed of those persons who prepare the church for worship. They arrange the altar and sanctuary for the Eucharist or other order of worship. They also care for vessels, linens, hangings, and flowers.
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The Choir
The Leeds choir leads the congregation in making a joyful noise to the Lord! The choir sings weekly at the 10:30 AM Holy Eucharist and at other special and seasonal services. This group also sponsors a bi-yearly Renasisance Dinner and Musicfest, celebrating either 12th Night or Carnival. In addition to the regular choir, Leeds also has a "Chimes Choir" that provides music on selected Sundays. The choir is directed by Barbara Hoke, who also serves as our organist.
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Intercessors
Every Sunday at both worship services, a member of the congregation serves as the intercessor. The intercessor's role is to lead the prayers of the people. In this way, he or she offers prayers to God on behalf of the congregation.
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Lectors
Lectors proclaim the Word of God in our worship services. They are people who love scripture and enjoy reading aloud.
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Chalicist
Every Sunday at both worship services, when the congregation comes to the altar to receive the bread and wine during Holy Communion, the priest adminsters the bread and the chalicist administers the cup. Along with the priest, the chalicist thus enables worshippers to partake of the real presence of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
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Acolytes
Starting at age 12, the youth of Leeds are invited and encouraged to serve as acolytes at the 10:30 AM Holy Eucharist. Acolytes assist the clergy and other worship assistants in the leadership of the service in a variety of ways.
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Ushers
The ministry of an usher is hospitality. He or she greets worshippers as they arrive, provides them with a service bulletin, and helps them find a seat if needed. They also direct newcomers and visiters to the nursery and church school. Finally, during the service, they collect the monetary gifts and the bread/wine, which the congregation offers in thanks for God's many blessings.
