Good Shepherd has a multitude of ministries in which lay people commit their time and talents to lead and serve in the redeeming work and mission of Jesus Christ through His church. God has equipped each of us to do the work of ministry; we are all ministers. When we use our God given gifts in harmony with God’s will we experience immense personal fulfillment, others are blessed and God is glorified.
A sampling of some of the ministry opportunities available at Good Shepherd is provided below. When you are ready to enter the work of ministry you can start by visiting with Father Jack Myers.
Liturgical Ministries
Visitor of the Sick and Lonely – Visit shut-ins, those hospitalized and in Care facilities to pray, chat and share Holy Communion (must be trained and licensed) Father Jack Myers – 433-5244
Altar Guild – prepares the church and altar for worship and maintains all the vessels, frontals, linens etc. A schedule for service is maintained and Gayle Polk is our chair. Contact Gayle Polk – 433-5244
Altar Guild Wedding Consultants – work with the wedding parties to prepare the church and to assist the priest in the mechanics of the wedding. Contact Father Jack Myers 433-5244.
Chancel Choir – We are always in need of heavenly voices to assist us in worship. Contact Father Jack Myers 433-2423.
Greeters & Ushers – provide a welcome to worshippers entering the church answering questions about nursery and rest room locations and responding to questions about the liturgy. Ushers take attendance, assist communicants to and from the altar during commuion, point out handicapped commuicants to the priest for communion and are generally “on duty” to respond to any needs. Contact Margie Collins – 433-5244
Eucharistic Ministers – are licensed by the Bishop to assist the priest with the distribution of Holy Communion and help in the liturgy by leading prayers and reading the scripture. Interested persons should speak with the clergy. Contact Father Jack Myers – 433-5244
Lector – read the scriptures during the liturgy. A schedule is maintained and the readings are mailed in order to prepare. Youth and adults are encouraged to volunteer. Contact Margie Collins – 433-5244
Teaching Ministries
Christian Education (Adults) – Sunday morning group discusses a variety of subjects usually with a DVD presentation. Opportunities to both teach and provided support. Contact Virginia Webb: 433-5244 and leave a message.
Christian Education (Children all ages) – The times and places are in flux but opportunities to teach, support and assist abound. Contact Father Jack Myers 433-5244, with the good news of your interest.
Lay Pastoral Care, Hospitality & Parish Life Contact Margie Collins – 433-5244
Angels on Wheels – provide a ride to church. Contact Margie Collins – 433-5244
Breakfast Cooks – Teams of men prepare a great breakfast served between services on Sunday morning. Good comraderie and great food are the result. To join a team Contact: Bryan Storozyszyn 433-5244.Donut Delivery – Pick up donuts prior to church for coffee hour – an essential ministry! Contact Margie Collins – 433-5244
Notes to Friends & Students – Write notes to friends and college students who have left our area or are away at school.Receptionist volunteer – Spend a few hours at Good Shepherd answering the phone and doing various office tasks . Contact Margie Collins at the Church office. 433-5244
St. Cecilia’s Guild – a woman’s fellowship group of fun, food and learning. Contact: Eleanor Hilton, 477-5750
TLC – Tea, Lemonade, and Care provides newcomer information and conversation to our guests and visitors following the 10:30 service. To assist contact Sandra Leder, 478 5974.
