Liturgical Ministries

The word “liturgy” means: “the work of the people.”  This is what we strive to do here at All Saints and Ascension.  Parishioners are invited to use their gifts and talents in any one of the following ministries.

Acolytes

The ministry of an acolyte is to assist clergy during worship services.  Acolytes are responsible for lighting and extinguishing all candles used during worship services.  They also serve as crucifer (carry the processional cross) and ring the bells at the appropriate times during Eucharist.  Acolytes may also perform other duties as directed by clergy.

Altar Guild

The Altar Guild is responsible for set up and cleanup for all worship services and the maintenance of the sanctuary and sacristy.  They also take care of the altar, sacred vessels, altar linens, and vestments.

Greeters/Ushers

Greeters and ushers are the first persons people encounter when they arrive at church.  They help in showing hospitality and warmth to parishioners and guests.  They hand out bulletins, offer name tags, hand out forms (if needed), and answer questions.

Lay Eucharistic Ministers

Lay Eucharist Ministers are licensed and authorized by the bishop to take Holy Communion to parishioners who are sick, homebound, and/or simply unable to attend church services.  Many of them assist in the distribution of Communion during Holy Eucharist as Worship Leaders. 

Music

The Minister of Music leads all musical offerings during services.  Our choir consists of volunteers who come together for rehearsals and help lead God’s people in song and praise.

Readers (Lectors)

These are lay people trained to proclaim the Word of God (Old Testament and New Testament) on Sundays and at all liturgical services.

Worship Leaders

Licensed by the bishop, Worship Leaders are a corps of parishioners who administer the chalice, read scripture during worship services and lead the Prayers of the People.  They assist at all liturgical celebrations of the parish. When clergy is not available on Sunday, this group is authorized to conduct Morning Prayer services. They also perform the duties of an acolyte in assisting clergy during liturgical celebrations when needed.

Worship Leaders Schedule/Handbook:

Click the following to download interactive schedule and liturgical ministry duties and guidelines:

Worship Leader Schedule June 2026

ASA Liturgical Ministry Duties-updated 5/31/24