“Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.”  
1 Peter 4:10
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Ministries during the Sunday services

Acolytes and Vergers
Lead the processional and recessional. Vergers assist the clergy by ensuring the church service runs smoothly. Acolytes assist the clergy at the Collect, during Holy Communion, and at other times. Both vergers and acolytes must attend a once-a-year training (one to two hours). Please contact the clergy or the church office if you are interested.   All three services (7:30 am, 9:00 am, and 11:00 am) use a Verger.  Acolytes serve at the 9:00 am and 11:00 am services.  
Lectors and Lay Readers
Lay Readers provide a special ministry during the Sunday service.  They read from the Old Testament (First Lesson), the Psalms, and the New Testament epistles (Second Lesson).  Each week, a lay reader shares God's Word with all present, thus leading the congregation on .a contemplative path that culminates with the Gospel and the Sermon.  Should you feel a calling to be a Lay Reader, please contact our Parish Administrator, Kim Kalaman at the Church Office (941) 747-3709.
Eucharistic Ministers/Chalice Bearers
Chalice Bearers assist the priest in serving the wine  during Communion. They stand next to the priest and offer the cup to all who wish to receive it.  If you are interested in becoming a Chalice Bearer, there is a short training.  Please contact our Parish Administrator, Kim Kalaman at the Church Office (941) 747-3709.
Ushers
The ushers of Christ Church are a dedicated group of men, women and young people who assist the priests in achieving an orderly, reverential ceremony. They assist the congregation in such a manner as will save time and avoid confusion. They assist at all regular Sunday services and such weekly and special services as requested by the Rector. Anyone interested in becoming an usher can contact the church office. New members are always welcome.
Altar Guild
The Altar Guild’s main objective is to prepare for the worship services of the Church as directed by the Clergy. This does not end with the preparation of altars for Holy Communion but includes the care of linens, vestments, polishing all brass, etc. Membership is divided into groups to work on a one week a month basis. Altar Guild work itself can be considered as an oblation, a loving labor offered to God, not merely a chore that someone must accomplish. Those interested in serving on the Altar Guild should contact the church office.
Daughters of the King
This is an order for all Episcopal women. The purpose of the National Order is to promote renewal and spiritual growth among women and girls. Christ Church Chapter of DOK is committed to prayer, study and service; to gain personal spiritual growth through the study of God’s word. They visit the sick, host memorial receptions for those who would not otherwise have a place to greet friends, conduct Quiet Days for the benefit of spiritual growth of others, and serve in other areas at the request of Clergy. A group of Daughters who work meet on the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m.
St. Anne’s Chapter (ECW)
St. Anne’s Chapter is one of the Episcopal Church Women’s organizations here at Christ Church. It meets once a month from October through May on the second Wednesday of the month in Meeting Room 1 at 9:00 a.m. We generally have a speaker, then a short business meeting. The topics are of various interests, which encourage growth in Christian living, service to the community and our parish. In the spring of each year, a fundraiser is usually held. Our membership includes a wide range of ages. We welcome all women of Christ Church. Visitors and guests are always welcome.