Getting Involved at St. Andrew's


Getting Involved


	“Opportunities to Grow in Faith, Love, Community and Service”

		“In Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all others.”Roman 12:5 Hospitality was an essential part of the ministry of Jesus, and it is an essential part of our ministry at St. Andrew’s. We are called to believe and belong, finding places where we can share our God-given gifts with others. The Shepherd program assists in helping new members become involved in the parish family of St. Andrew’s

	Worship Team assists the Rector in planning and preparing for worship Contact: Cynthia Shannon, 272-2951 Altar Guild faithfully prepares the church and chapel for each service. The group is broken into four teams who rotate throughout the year. The Altar Guild holds quarterly meetings. Contact: Carolyn Hackett,454-0986 Lay Readers and Chalice Bearers assist the clergy with the Sunday services on a rotating basis and other services when needed. The Chalice Bearers are licensed by the Bishop. Contacts: Wendy Billingslea, (Chalice Bearers) 275-1651 or Harold Moag, 292-5114, (Lay Readers) Ushers help welcome people to the service, pass out the bulletins, pass the offertory plates, and assist people to the altar during communion. Contact: Spence Wilmoth, 292-1997 Tape Ministry monitors the sound system during the 10:30 service and maked a tape of the service, assigned once a month. Contact: Bentley Wilkinson, 834-0711 Acolytes are young people from grades 6 – 12 who assist with the services. Following training, acolytes serve 2-3 times a month. Contact: Jack Garvey, 272-5078
	Music Program Volunteers give their time and talent each week to lead the music during worship. The handbell choir and the adult choir rehearse each Wednesday evening, September through May. Contact: James Wilson, 275-1651 (choir) Contact: Cynthia Shannon, 272-2951 (handbells)
	ECW (Episcopal Church Women) This is an organization open to all women of St. Andrew’s. There are quarterly business meetings with a program and lunch for all members held on Sundays with four separate chapters (smaller groups) that meet monthly, both day and night chapters. Contact: Betty Atwell, 292-9587
	Bazaar Workshop A group that works faithfully every Tuesday morning through out the year preparing crafts for our annual bazaar in November. It is a wonderful time for fellowship! Contact: Anne Hansen, 294-0244
	Men’s Fellowship All men of the parish are welcome to the monthly meetings on Monday evenings. This group sponsors our St. Andrew’s Boy Scout troop, coordinates the Shrove Tuesday pancake supper and helps with other outreach and parish projects. Contact: Harry Stowe, 294-2049
	Young Adults A group of parishioners both singles and couples from 20’s – 40’s who gather for fellowship and spiritual renewal. They have their own Sunday School class Sunday mornings, September – May. Contact: Anna Taylor, 668-9290
	EYC (Episcopal Youth Community) Youth in grades 6-12, meet every Sunday evening from September through May for dinner, fellowship and spiritual growth. Contact: Joseph Payne, 919 353-1743
	Glory Ridge Mission Trip Annual mission trip to Marshall, N.C. in the mountains west of Asheville. Young people (grades 6-12)and adults work on a variety of projects spending a week living and worshipping at the Glory Ridge campsite. Contact: Bonnie Root, 286-2810
	Women’s Theology Group Open to all women who would like to grow in their spiritual faith and also enjoy an evening of fellowship. The group meets monthly on Sunday evenings and goes on a yearly retreat. Contact: Wendy Billingslea, 275-1651
	Men’s Study Group This group meets once a month and is open to all men who want to grow in their faith and enjoy an evening of fellowship. Contacts: Bob Hamilton, 832-7950 or Vince Morton, 286-1221
	EFM (Education for Ministry) This is a program of theological education by extension from The School of Theology at Sewanee. It is a four year course meeting every Monday night from September through June. There are presently two groups studying the Old and New testaments. Contacts: Marcia Moore, 373-1136 or Shelley Kappauf, 644-6894
	Care Net The Care Net is an important ministry providing food, transportation and other assistance to parishioners. This team also helps with receptions for funerals and remembers our parishioners with cards. Contact: Dottie Clark, 299-4916
	Stephen Ministry A group of trained one-on-one care givers to parishioners in the midst of difficult situations. This is a confidential ministry which gives great comfort to those in need. Contact: Debbie Dowd, 316-1011
	Prayer Chain A group of faithful parishioners who pray daily for specific requests from our congregation. The communications are by email with no meetings held. It is strictly confidential! Contact: Wendy Billingslea, 275-1651
	LEM (Lay Eucharistic Minister) Lay members of the congregation who are trained by the priest and licensed by the bishop to take Communion to parishioners in their homes or hospitals. 4 Contact: Wendy Billingslea, 275-1651
	Membership Team Assists our parish in being friendly and welcoming to all who come to St. Andrew’s. There are several sub-committees that help with the welcoming of visitors and newcomers and encourage participation for all of our members. Presently, the team meets once a month following 10:30 service. Contact: Ann Herman, 275-1651 Greeters welcome visitors at both services and obtain information for follow up contact. Commitment of one Sunday a month is needed. Contacts: Lee Eanes, 545-3246, or Anne Stowe, 294-2049 Shepherd Program - parishioners, (all ages) who having knowledge of the programs and activities of St. Andrew’s, encourage new members to become actively involved in the parish family and assist visitors in learning more about St. Andrew’s. Contacts: Ann Herman, 275-1651 or Karen Russell, 852-9179
	Centering Prayer This small group meets every Wednesday at 12:00 for an hour. Centering Prayer facilitates a movement from more active modes of prayer into a receptive prayer of resting in God. The group offers support and encouragement to those who wish to participate Anyone is welcome! Contact: Ellen Lewis, 272-1599
	Outreach Team This team is responsible for leading the outreach projects of the parish and spreading the word about the different programs in the community available for outreach opportunities. The team meets once a month on Sunday mornings following the 10:30 service. Contacts: Muriel Prevatt, 299-9116 or Carolyn Allen, 288-3045
	Parent’s As Teachers Faith Community Network (PATFCN) An outreach program of St. Andrew’s. PATFCN is an education program for parents based on the belief that parents are their child’s first and most important teacher. Certified educators visit the homes helping parents assess and promote age appropriate development for their children. Contact: Patti Learman, 691-0024
	Christian Formation Team A team of dedicated people who help with the Christian Education program of the church, including Sunday School programs and Vacation Bible School. Contacts: Bonnie Root, 286-2810 or Wendy Billingslea, 275-1651
	Sunday School Classes for Toddlers through 12^th grade as well as Adult classes are held each Sunday from September through May, 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. with the Toddler through 5^th grade classes continuing until they join their parents in worship during the “ Peace”. Contact: Bonnie Root, 286-2810
	Library We are privileged to have an up-to-date and wonderfully managed library with materials for all ages. Contact: Kathy Mills, 697-7020
	Urn Garden Committee is appointed by the rector with consent from the congregation. This team is responsible for the records for the urn garden, reservations and policies. Committee meets twice a year. Contact: Rob Martinelli, 299-1792
	Endowment Fund The trustees of the Endowment Fund are charged with maintaining and supervising the fund to ensure the future educational, outreach and capital improvement needs of the church. The members are appointed by the rector with consent from the congregation. Contact: Linda Heller, 852-8754
	Hospitality Committee A group of parishioners who host various parish functions such as picnics and High Coffees.
	Nursery Volunteers A group of volunteer parishioners who take turns caring for children from birth through age 3 during the 10:30 a.m. service. Contact: Sheri DuPuis, 852-8720
	Foyer (foy-ay) Groups Small groups consisting of 6-8 people who meet once a month in a member’s home for a simple meal. These are not study groups, but a relaxed, informal gathering of fun and fellowship which nurtures and builds community. New sign-ups are done and new groups formed every six months. Contact – Cheri Courtright, 854-0717
	Fast ways to meet people and get involved: Serve as a greeter Join a Sunday School class (September through May) Sing in the choir (No auditions, just have a love of music) Ring Handbells (We’ll teach you, don’t have to read music) Knit a prayer shawl Become an Usher Join the Altar Guild Some of these ministries are brand new and have been started by new members. What would you like to see at St. Andrew’s? What ministry would you like to begin? Contact Karen Russell, our Lay Ministry Coordinator, for more information and questions at 852-9179. Remember to check the St. Andrew’s website, www.standrewsgreensboro.com, for the current calendar, recent sermons, Sunday bulletins, and other important information.