J&J with copyrightSaint Joseph's Episcopal Church 

Finding the Way Together

 

 

1902 West Main Street

Durham, NC 27705

(919) 286-1064

 

 

Faithfully serving Durham NC since 1908

 

The Mission of Saint Joseph's  To follow Jesus Christ as His Disciples through Joyful Worship, Sacred Study, Christian Action, and Community Life, In the Power of the Holy Spirit.


Faithfully serving Durham NC since 1908

 

The Mission of Saint Joseph's  To follow Jesus Christ as His Disciples through Joyful Worship, Sacred Study, Christian Action, and Community Life, In the Power of the Holy Spirit


The Altar Guild

 Altart and windows (small)In general terms, the duty of the Altar Guild is to prepare all things necessary for the celebration of

the Eucharist and any of the other sacraments and offices of the church. The Altar Guild serves under

the direction of the clergy, who have overall responsibility for determining how Altar Guild duties are performed. Altar Guild duties at Saint Joseph's are shared between members of the Guild. The Altar Guild strives to help the worship life of the parish

run smoothly. Some of our duties include:

 

  • Draping the altar and lectern with the appropriate hangings for the season.
  • Setting up the altar communion vessels prior to each service.
  • After each service, cleaning and storing the items used.
  • Laundering linens used during the service.
  • In general, maintaining the articles used in the worship life of the parish in good order.


For new Altar Guild members, training with experienced persons is always provided. We are a friendly group that eagerly welcomes new volunteers. If you feel called to serve God by preparing and maintaining articles used in the worship life of the parish, won't you join us?  If you are interested in learning more about the Altar Guild, please give our chairperson, Kate Reichert, a call.