Acolytes

WHAT WE ARE ABOUT        

We are people, young and old, whose joy it is to share in the duties of worship and to assist the clergy as needed.  Acolytes have served in various parts of Church life and worship for hundreds of years.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

Acolytes may be used at any service, but times such as Christmas, Easter, and other special occasions provide extra opportunities for acolytes to serve.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Acolytes are an integral part of the worship leadership team.  Their careful and reverent role in the Liturgy serves as a model in worship.  Acolytes are responsible for lighting candles, carrying the processional cross and torches, distributing the offertory plates, and assisting the priest prepare for communion.  Much of the training is “on the job;” training is also provided for specific occasions.

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Anyone who desires additional information is encouraged to ask the priest, acolyte master, or Eucharistic ministers or please contact St. Boniface Episcopal Church at: 

(830) 995-3897 or boniface@hctc.net