Volunteer

Join the Grace Episcopal Church as we use our time & talents to serve our church, our community and reach beyond our borders.        

 

How Do I Get Started?

If you are interested in volunteering, complete the form below and we’ll get back to you with more information.

 

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Not all ministries are active as we regather, and some new ones have been created as we seek to stay connected even when physically distant. See our Regathering FAQ.

Complete this form to indicate your interest in serving at Grace Church and someone will be in touch as ministry areas are re-introduced into our worship life.

Which service(s) do you attend?

In which ministry group(s) would you like to serve?

In which other ways would you like to serve?

Feel free to contact us if you have any questions: [email protected]

Are You Called to be the Next Treasurer of Grace Church?

Grace Church is seeking a Treasurer to serve a one-year term beginning at the Annual Meeting on January 29, 2023. While it is not necessary to be a bookkeeper or CPA, the ability to understand financial reports at a detailed level is important. This volunteer position...

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Coffee Hour Volunteer Rota!

In years past (way past!) there was a “coffee hour rota” at Grace – a list of folks willing to bring refreshments sweet or savory to our post-worship gathering in the courtyard – which always included someone who knew how to make the coffee in the kitchen. The people...

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Youth Mission Trip Re-Cap

Dear Grace Church, This year, our youth group mission trip to Colorado Springs was very important to us as it was our first real mission trip since 2019 because of the pandemic. Unlike past years, we were a very small group, being only 7 youth and 3 leaders....

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Spring Beautification

For those who have participated in semi-annual workdays in the past, you know what a blessing it is to serve your Grace Community in this way. Because of regathering restrictions, our Cleanup days have been postponed but we still have ongoing maintenance projects that...

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Grace Outreach: Supporting Ukraine

GO has voted to match up to $5000 in donations! Please drop off your check or cash indicating that it is to go for Ukraine. We will be accepting donations until April 30th, at which point we will match the amount and send the money to the Episcopal Relief and...

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It’s Time to Bring our Intercessory Prayer Ministry BACK!

Please read this open letter to intercessors -- those with experienced and those who newly want to take up this ministry -- from Helen Christianson: Dearest Intercessors, We have long had a powerful ministry of direct, one-to-one prayer with people during and after...

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Setting the Table

There is a cultural nostalgia present for those who grew up accustomed to eating around the table together with their loved ones. Many of us experience a type of collective longing for something from years past that is reminiscent of a simpler time in our lives. I,...

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USHER

Ushers serve at both the 8:00am and 10:00am services each Sunday at Grace Church. If you’re interested in any of these roles, please contact:[email protected] unless otherwise noted.

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LECTORS (LAY READER)

Grace Church uses lay readers to bring the word of God to the congregation by reading aloud the scriptures from the Bible. As prescribed by the Episcopal Edition of the Revised Common Lectionary, we read the assigned scriptures for that Sunday. The Revised Common...

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LAY EUCHARIST VISITOR

The lay eucharist visitor volunteers are trained to bring the eucharist to members who are unable to get to a Sunday service. This includes a time of sharing about the last worship service and time for connecting and listening. Here is the prayer we say during the...

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GREETER-SUNDAY MORNING

On Sunday mornings we need people to greet parishioners and welcome visitors. It is the time to say, "We're glad you are here!" After the service, we encourage you to connect with the visitors and introduce them to other parishioners. If you’re interested in any of...

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CHOIR

The Grace Church Choir is a volunteer group that meets every Sunday morning one hour before the 10:00 a.m. service. (9:00a.m.) We prepare hymns ,service music and special music to be presented during the offertory part of our worship service. This choir is open to...

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ALTAR GUILD

The Altar Guild serves God and the people of Grace Church by keeping the altar a holy and inviting place for worship. Parishioners are needed each Saturday for setting up the altar and on Sunday after the service. The Altar Guild works in teams. We have a monthly...

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ACOLYTE

The use of acolytes in a worship service dates back to the early church nearly 2,000 years ago. While the official duties have evolved over time, the primary purpose of the acolyte has always been to serve the Altar and the Priests. For the most part, this service...

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