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The
Chancel Guild members at St. Mark’s are diligent in
taking care of their duties in a quiet and joyful
manner, preparing the Sanctuary for the Lord’s Supper –
Holy Eucharist Service. This involves a team of 2 to 4,
working from the Sacristy, by dusting furnishings,
polishing silver and brass, ironing linens, setting out
the elements (wine, water and bread) for the altar and
arranging the flowers.
We
presently have five teams which have the responsibility
for preparation for all services for a two week period,
every two and a half months. In addition to the regular
Sunday services, members prepare for the Wednesday
morning service and other occasional mid week services,
baptisms, weddings, funerals and special services such
as Ash Wednesday.
Several
of the current members have served faithfully in this
ministry for 30 to 40 years. We are very fortunate to
work with and learn from them the special duties and
history of our parish. It is a joyful peaceful time.
We take
our guidance from Fr. Kevin. Our schedule follows the
Church calendar for the liturgy and seasons. Members
join together to decorate the Nave and Sanctuary for
seasonal celebrations such as Thanksgiving, Advent,
Christmas and Easter.
Care to
start something new in your life? You may have an
unexplored talent to offer in this ministry. Is God
calling you? If you are curious about joining the
Chancel Guild, please speak to a member on duty (noted
each week in the Church bulletin) or myself. I’d be
pleased to show the areas and answer any questions.
Marion Hinton |