Helping Prepare for Worship
By Judith Wethey, Altar Guild Leader
The Altar Guild plays an important role in our community at St. Peter's. Volunteers help prepare our church for Sunday worship, lead holiday decorating, and deliver altar flowers to individuals after the service.
What's Involved?
Altar Preparation
- Altar Guild volunteers typically rotate weekly — each week one volunteer takes responsibility for preparing the altar.
- Volunteers visit the parish on Friday or Saturday to get everything ready: linens, candles, and chalice materials.
- Currently there are 4–5 volunteers who rotate, so you'd only be asked to prepare every 4–5 weeks.
- Linens are also taken for dry-cleaning by members of the Altar Guild.
Altar Flowers
Each Sunday, beautiful flowers are placed on the altar in memory of or thanksgiving for a loved one, sponsored by parishioners. After the service, Altar Guild members deliver these flowers to homebound parishioners or those in need of a visit.
Holiday Decorating
The Altar Guild leads the decoration of the sanctuary for Christmas and Easter — two of the most beautiful times of year in the church.
Get Involved
The Altar Guild welcomes new volunteers. To learn more or to sign up, contact our office or speak with Judith Wethey on a Sunday.