ALTAR GUILD. Members of the Altar Guild prepare the sanctuary and elements for each service. They also take care of the linens and vestments of the church.
Contact person: Diane Victor (489-9093)
ACOLYTES. The acolytes assist with the services. There is a need for young adult and adult acolytes. Contact person: Liz Herrick (291-4878)
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION. We offer both adult education and Sunday school. Sunday school is for children ages five through twelve. Adult education includes, Bible studies, Education for Ministry, and other programs throughout the year. Please check the calendar, the Advent newsletter or call the church for more information (465-7272).
CHOIR. The choir provides music for the Holy Eucharist and other services. Choir practice is on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Contact person: Fr. Loring (861-6371)
HOSPITAL MINISTRY. On Mondays this ministry visits Episcopalians hospitalized at Monroe Regional and Ocala Regional Hospitals. Contact person: Pat Stewart (291-2207)
INTERFAITH. Each week teams deliver food and other items collected at Advent to Interfaith in Ocala for distribution. Contact person: Pat Stewart (291-2207)
LECTORS, LAY EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS AND LAY EUCHARISTIC VISITORS. The Diocese of Central Florida has periodic training sessions for LEM's and LEV's. LEM's assist with the Eucharist at most services and LEV's take Holy Communion to shut-ins. Lectors assist in the reading of the lesson at Holy Eucharist services. LEM contact person: Norman Lapointe (873-0307); LEV Contact person: Dea. Bebe Hahne (401-0232)
PRAYER WARRIORS. This group prays for the needs of others here and around the world. Contact person: Sylvia Tinkler (237-2948)
USHERS & GREETERS. Volunteers welcome and seat the congregation at each service and assist with the weekly offering. Contact person: Bill Lucia (873-0204)
WE CARE. This group reaches out to members of the congregation who are shut-in for various reasons. Transportation and meals are sometimes provided as well. Contact person: Dea. Bebe Hane (401-0232)
OTHER MINISTRIES. Contact the church office. (465-7272).
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