Worship
"We thank you... for assuring us in these holy mysteries that we are living members of the Body of your Son, and heirs of your eternal kingdom" - Book of Common Prayer, p. 366An Invitation to Worship
While there are many ways to express our faith, Scripture reminds us that coming together to praise, pray, to seek forgiveness and renewal provides the foundation and encouragement we need for everything else.
“Therefore, my friends, since we have the confidence to enter the sanctuary by the blood of Jesus … let us approach with a true heart in full assurance of faith. Let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good deeds, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another.”
– Hebrews 10:19, 24-25.
Holy Eucharist
Sundays @ 10:00 AM – Holy Eucharist Rite Two with Choir.
Worship Leaders
Worship at St. John’s may be led by the clergy, but it is supported by parishioners who offer their service as part of the altar party each Sunday. Volunteering as a Worship Leader enhances our services by connecting with guests and members and assisting the clergy so that the service runs smoothly and provides an atmosphere of worship for all involved.
So what ministries are out there to support worship?
Which Ministries Support Worship?
- lighting and extinguishing candles
- incensing the clergy and people
- assisting the preparation of the table and at the ablutions
- carrying extra incense or books or other items which might be needed in the rites
Lay Eucharistic Minister
A Lay Eucharistic Minister (LEM) serves as part of the altar party at worship services by helping to administer the wine at Communion. LEMs are scheduled about once a month and are required to attend seasonal training meetings with the rector. Every 3 years, LEMs are also required to attend special training to gain or renew their certification.
Lay Eucharistic Visitors
Lay Eucharistic Visitors (LEV) are LEMs who also are willing to take Communion to our sick or home-bound members.
Preparing for Worship
Let’s be honest: there is a lot going on in worship. Some Sundays we just need to come and seek rest and renewal. Others, we want to dig a little deeper.
Reading scripture and becoming familiar with the prayers and rituals go a long way to preparing for worship.
But where do we start? When studying scripture, prayer and context are key. Watch these videos for a good start on Biblical context.