worship ministries
The heart and soul of the Orthodox Christian Church are the worship services and holy sacraments. All other ministries serve as an extension of this life-giving aspect of the Church’s life. When parishioners are committed first and foremost to the Divine Liturgy and the other services and sacraments, they enter in union with God and receive His divine grace and gifts of the Holy Spirit. This then enables them to offer their gifts of time and talents in ministry to work out their own salvation and fulfill the other aspects of the parish’s mission. Father Evan oversees the worship and sacramental life of our Parish and he warmly and enthusiastically invites you to get involved in the following ministries if your God-given gifts match the ministry.
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Music Ministry
Each Sunday, and occasionally on special feast days throughout the week, our changers and choir lead the congregation in worship during services to enhance the worship experience and uplift parishioners through the beauty of choral music.
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Altar Service
Altar servers assist behind the altar during Liturgical services. Opportunities for altar servers include assisting with processions, cutting antidoron (blessed bread), preparing the censer and hot water, and holding the cloth and bowl for Communion. Acolyte men are trained by the clergy and senior acolytes to serve with reverence, competence, and dedication. Additionally, acolyte men play a vital role in mentoring our youth acolytes and teaching them all about serving in the altar.
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Prosphora
To bake Prosphora is to engage in a vital ministry central to the celebration of every Divine Liturgy at St. Spyridon. Volunteers in this ministry prayerfully bake the loaves of bread known as ‘prosphora,’ which means offering. This act symbolizes our offering of our entire lives and all of God's creation back to Him in thanksgiving. The clergy use this bread of offering in the preparation of the Divine Gifts before every Liturgy.
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Liturgical Readers
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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Ushers
This ministry comprises several key roles: Ushers, Greeters and Member in Charge (MIC). Ushers assist with seating, provide information, and help maintain order during services. Greeters warmly welcome visitors and members as they arrive, offering a friendly smile and guidance to make them feel at home. The Member in Charge (MIC) oversees the overall experience, coordinating the efforts of Ushers and Greeters.
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Youth Choir
The Youth Choir connects the youth and music ministries by fostering an appreciation for using our voices in the service of the Church. The Youth Choir currently leads the Liturgy on Holy Saturday morning and holds several practices in preparation for this special service.
