| Greeters: | Welcome worshipers as they arrive for Sunday morning services and provide information to newcomers. Contact Molly Faulkner (540) 786-6697or mollys9083@msn.com if you are interested in this ministry. |
| Lector | Also called "Lay Readers", Licensed by the Bishop, these persons read the Old and New Testament lessons, the Psalm and Prayers of the People during the worship service. Training is offered. Contact Teresa Faulkner (540) 538-3838 or ks2va@comcast.netif you are interested in this ministry. |
| Chalice Bearers: | Also called "Lay Eucharistic Ministers," Licensed by the Bishop, they administer the chalice (cup of wine) during Communion. Some are also authorized to take Communion to the sick or shut-ins. Training is offered. Contact Lois Powell (540) 972-6513 or loisgpowell@comcast.net if you are interested in this ministry. |
| Prayer Ministry: | Offered by those who feel called to pray with members of the parish for healing or other needs. Prayer is offered after a person has received Communion. Interested persons apply as candidates and go through training before they are selected. Contact Gary and Susan Carlmark at 540--972-2497 or gkcsbc@comcast.net if you are interested in this ministry. |
| Ushers: | The usher ministry helps in many ways during the worship service by greeting parish members and newcomers, assisting them as needed and helping to provide order during the service. Training is offered. Contact Jon Faulkner (540) 786-6697 or mollys9083@msn.com if you are interested in this ministry. |
| Acolyte Ministry: |
The Acolyte ministry is a vibrant ministry in the life of a church. At Church of the Messiah, those who participate as an acolyte will develop their role of handling the sacrimental elements while assisting the priest and laity during a worship experience. Acolytes will also discover the history of the Acolyte ministry, and attain a sense of purpose associated with serving the Lord in a church. |
| Tech Team: | The Tech Team is a fun ministry which contributes to the smooth flow of worship services at COM from the background. A tech team participant is responsible for running Easy Worship, our worship software that puts the liturgy, readings and song lyrics on the big screen during worship services. Other responsibilities include running the sound board, showing movie clips and recording the sermons. Email Bob Weber if you are interested in this ministry, or contact the church office at 540.786.3100. |