People in these groups either help with Services and/or are called upon to provide emotional and spiritual support to members of the congregation.
- Clergy
- Altar Guild
- Eucharistict Ministers
- Lay Readers
- Lectors
- Musicians and Choir
- Pastoral Care
- Ushers
Liturgical Assistants and Pastoral Care
Altar Guild
As with all ministries, the work of the Altar Guild is a labor of love. The people of the Altar Guild serve God by preparing the Altar for all services. Members change the candles, wash and iron the linens, arrange the flowers, polish the silver, and vest the altar for the occassion. Should you be interested in …
Clergy
St. David of Wales Episcopal Church in Shelton recently called Rev.Joseph Mikel as their Rector. Fr. Joe returns to St. David's after serving as the Priest-in-Charge from 2011 through 2015. St. David of Wales looks to Fr. Joe to join in the leadership of St. David's with the Vestry co-creating a robust ministry in …
Eucharistic Ministers
Eucharistic Ministers assist in the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. A Eucharistic Minister is licensed by the Bishop at the request of the Priest to administer the Sacrament at any celebration of the Holy Eucharist in the event they are needed. The Eucharistic Visitor also carries the Sacrament to people unable to be present at the …
Lay Readers
Lay Readers read the Lessons or Psalm during a public service. But, unlike a Lector, Lay Readers are licensed by the Bishop and must be a confirmed member who regularly attends and supports the church. Lay Readers are licensed to lead Morning or Evening Prayer in the absence of the Clergy as well. Historically, Lay Readers have …
Lectors
Lectors are privileged to read the Lessons or the Psalm in public worship. A Lector can be anyone in the Episcopal Church asked by the celebrant to read and need not be licensed. Should you have good voice for reading and be interested in being a Lector, contact St. David’s at info@sdow.org or at (360) …
Musicians and Choir
Music is a joyful expression of prayer, and at St. David's we love music! Janna Wood is St. David's Choir Director and Organist. The choir sings at the 10:30 service most Sundays from September through May. Choir rehearsals are Sunday after the 10:30 service. Soloists, either vocal or instrumental, are welcome to contact Janna to arrange a …
Pastoral Care
The Pastoral Care Committee responds to the Pastoral needs of Saint David’s Parish under the guidance of the Priest. Should you have need, please contact prayers@sdow.org or call (360) 426-8472. If you would like to be a part of the committee, please contact info@sdow.org.
Ushers and Greeters
Ushers and Greeters are the “welcoming committee” of the church. They greet and welcome everyone to the services. They invite in newcomers, visitors, as well as long time parishoners, hand out the Sunday Bulletins, and show the way to seating and to the various rooms within the church. They also usher the people during the Eucharist. …