Christian Education in Worship
Christian formation extends beyond the Sunday school classroom and adult forum lectures and discussions. As we participate in our community’s worship life we cannot help but be changed and formed, and part of our faith formation is being an active participant in worship services. In the Anglican tradition there is a wide variety of opportunities for individuals to serve in worship.
Acolyte training for younger people is incorporated into the Sunday School program to ensure maximum participation by all youth interested in serving as an acolyte.
For more information contact the clergy through the church office (703-256-2966).
| Worship Role |
Ages/Requirements |
Responsibilities |
| Acolyte | 3rd grade through adult | Acolytes assist the ministers and carry the cross, banner or torches. |
| Lector/ Intercessor |
Open to all ages |
Lectors read the lessons and Intercessors lead the Prayers of the People. |
| Lay Eucharistic Minister (LEM) |
Age 16 and up |
LEMs are trained and licensed to administer the Consecrated Elements at a Celebration of Holy Eucharist. |
| Lay Eucharistic Visitor (LEV) |
Age 16 and up |
LEVs are trained and licensed to take Consecrated Elements following a Celebration of Holy Eucharist to members of the congregation who were unable to be present at the Celebration. |
