What is an Acolyte?
The word acolyte is taken from an ancient Greek word meaning companion, attendant, or helper. Acolytes work closely with the pastors and take part in church services to help people worship God. Every Sunday, the acolytes light and extinguish the candles on the altar. Since ancient times, light and fire have reminded people that God is here with us. When the acolytes bring the light (fire) into the sanctuary, they are reminding people that God is with us in our worship service. When the acolytes extinguish the candles and walk out of the sanctuary with their candlelighters, they are reminding people that when we scatter out into the world, God is with us.
If you are currently in Grades 4 - 6, we want you to be an Acolyte! Register online now to receive information about our upcoming training days. Training will be held on Sunday, August 24 at 12 noon in the Sanctuary.
Contact
Sally Bacon
281.362.8693
baconbits
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