Lay Eucharistic Ministers
The Episcopal Church is a eucharistic-centered church. The Eucharist or Holy Communion is the central point of the worship service. Lay Eucharistic Ministers assist the celebrant by serving as Chalice Bearers. They also lead the congregation in prayers of intercession and lead the recitatation of creeds and other readings depending on the particular Rite being celebrated.
Lay Eucharistic Ministers also take Holy Communion to the sick and shut-in members of the parish. There is hardly a more intimately rewarding ministry than assisting in the gift of Communion. There is a feeling attached to this service that is amost impossible to explain. One must experience it to understand it.
Lay Eucharistic Ministers are trained by the Rector to perform their duties as Chalice Bearers. Before they are able to take communion to pariishioners homes, a Sexual Misconduct Course conducted by the Diocese must be completed. All adult members of the congregation are invited to serve in this ministry.