There are many opportunities to serve at Good Shepherd, during the service and throughout the week.

Altar Guild

Responsible for altar linens, communion vessels, and bread and wine. Members work in teams to set the altar before a service and to clean the vessels afterward.

Flower Guild

Arrange flowers for the altar and assist with distribution of flowers after the service.

Ushers

Greet and welcome people into the church and assist them with seating as needed.

Acolytes

Light altar candles, carry the processional crosses, assist the priest during the Eucharist.

Readers

Read the lessons and lead the Prayers of the People.

Eucharistic Ministers

Serve the chalice at the altar and assist the priest with taking communion into the congregation when needed.

Eucharistic Visitor Ministry

Lay people licensed by the bishop who deliver communion from the Sunday service to homebound or hospitalized parishioners.

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Parishioners who knit shawls, throws, and blankets to be given to the ill, grieving, and others. This group also knits baby blankets that are given to newly baptized infants.

If you are interested in serving, contact the Parish Office.