Altar Guild

The Altar Guild is entrusted with the privilege of preparing the chancel and its furnishings for worship—both to glorify God and to provide a setting which enables the congregation to worship in a meaningful way.   St. John’s Altar Guild has served the church since 1978.

Members of the Guild are servants of the liturgy and provide their support in the following areas:

Communion – each week the vessels must be filled with bread and wine and placed on the altar in preparation for upcoming services. 

Housekeeping – the chancel and its furnishings (altar, pulpit and lectern) are kept clean and linens are changed, cleaned and pressed in readiness for worship.

Paraments – paraments adorn the furnishing of the chancel in colors of the liturgical day or season and with symbols reminding worshipers of various aspects of the Christian faith.  

Vestments - acolyte vestments in the appropriate liturgical color or season must be ready and in good repair for use in services.

Preparations – in addition to weekly services, Altar Guild is also responsible for preparations for Holy Baptism, weddings and funerals.

St. John’s Altar Guild meets on the third Saturday of each month (excluding July and August).  If you would like more information or would like to visit with a current member of the Guild, contact the church office at (515) 243-7691.