Acolytes
The acolytes serve at the altar during Sunday morning services, special services, weddings and funerals.
Torch Bearers carry torches in the processional into the Nave, in the Gospel procession, and in the recessional at the end of the service.
The Second Server carries the second cross in the processional and the recessional, distributes the alms basins (or offering plates) to the ushers and collects them after the offertory, and handles hand washing of the Celebrant after the Eucharist.
The First Server is the most senior acolyte at the service. They are Crucifer (carry the first cross) in the processional and recessional. During the Gospel procession, they hold the book for the Deacon as he or she reads the Gospel. They set the altar with the Sacristan for the Eucharist and they wash the hands of the Celebrant before the Eucharist.
The acolytes serve at the altar during Sunday morning services, special services, weddings and funerals.
Torch Bearers carry torches in the processional into the Nave, in the Gospel procession, and in the recessional at the end of the service.
The Second Server carries the second cross in the processional and the recessional, distributes the alms basins (or offering plates) to the ushers and collects them after the offertory, and handles hand washing of the Celebrant after the Eucharist.
The First Server is the most senior acolyte at the service. They are Crucifer (carry the first cross) in the processional and recessional. During the Gospel procession, they hold the book for the Deacon as he or she reads the Gospel. They set the altar with the Sacristan for the Eucharist and they wash the hands of the Celebrant before the Eucharist.
Chalice Bearers
The Chalice Bearers assist with the administration of the elements at communion.
Daily Office Lectors
The Daily Office Lectors officiate at Morning and Evening Prayer on weekdays.
Greeters
The Greeters welcome newcomers after each Sunday morning service.
Lectors
The Lectors read assigned lessons at Sunday services and special worship services.
Sacristans
Sacristans assist in the preparation for and direction of Cathedral services.
