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.
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) –
Altar Guild – prepares the church and altar for worship and maintains all the vessels, frontals, linens etc. Gayle Polk and Jackie Carleton, co-chair Altar Guild.
Atar Guild Wedding Consultants – work with the wedding parties to prepare the church and to assist the priest in the mechanics of the wedding. Contact Margie Collins 433-5244.
Chancel Choir – We are always in need of heavenly voices to assist us in worship. Contact Jordy Stanley – 433-5244
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 communion, point out handicapped communicants to the priest for communion and are generally “on duty” to respond to any needs.
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.
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 Emily Williams 433-5244, with the good news of your interest.
Lay Pastoral Care, Hospitality & Parish Life
Angels on Wheels – provide a ride to church.
Breakfast Cooks – Teams of men prepare a great breakfast served between services on Sunday morning. Fellowship and great food are the result. To join a team Contact: Fred Bennerscheidt 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 is Sandra Leder. – 478-5974
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.