Ministry Opportunities At Trinity
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Trinity Episcopal Church offers many exciting ministries that are briefly
described below. The best way to experience them is to come and be a part of
our community of faith and share in the joyful work of the gospel. For more
information on times and places of meetings and events, you may contact our
church secretary or Fr. Robinson at (207) 284-4852 or the person designated as
the Point Of Contact (POC) for that ministry.
New ministries are being planned and we welcome any suggestions you may
have for new opportunities to share in the love of God.
Vision Statement: To serve Jesus with actions based on
scripture, helping others through fellowship and communication with a focus on
the future (youth).
ALTAR GUILD - The
Altar Guild is a special ministry whose mission is to care for everything that
relates to the Altar. It is their privilege to prepare the Altar for the
services and to care for the vestments, silver, brass, linens, etc. that are
used in the services. They serve as sacristans for all the services of the
Eucharist as well as baptism, weddings, funerals and special services. Their
work is a devotional one and is open to everyone who wishes to join. They are
always glad to welcome and train new members. If you are interested in joining
the Altar Guild please contact the church office at (207) 284-4852
or email trinitysaco@gwi.net.
In the early Church of England altar care was also the
task of lesser priests such as the sacristan and verger in the cathedral and
the clerk (cleric) in the parish. Years later laymen became the sacristans and
eventually, in the nineteenth century, women were included in this ministry as
assistants to sacristans. By the turn of the twentieth century, women were
beginning to organize into "Altar Guilds," and in most parts of the
CHALICER/ACOLYTES – Chalicers
assist the clergy in the administration of Holy Communion. They are
licensed by the Bishop for a particular congregation for a period of three
years. Two chalicers are scheduled for each service (8:00 and 10:00) and
both assists the Clergy with communion. ACOLYTES do not
assist in the administration but have their own unique duties. Training
for both is provided and each plays an active role in scheduling by providing
dates they can or cannot serve. Chalicers serve approximately once every
3-4 weeks and acolytes less often.. Interested persons should contact the
church office at (207) 284-4852, email trinitysaco@gwi.net .
LECTORS - "Lector"
is the name given to those who read the assigned Scriptures for the day. The
Ministry of the Lector is to proclaim the Word of God by reading from both the
Old and New Testament at church services throughout the
year. He/she also
reads the Prayers of the People. Lectors
are scheduled to serve at both services and typically serve about once a
month. Lectors do not require a license and anyone can be
a Lector after a short training session. The scheduler accepts
request for days off to avoid scheduling conflicts. If you are interested
in this ministry, please contact the church office at (207) 284-4852 or email trinitysaco@gwi.net
and they will put you in touch with the
leader of this group.
CHOIR - The
primary responsibility of this important ministry is to provide enrichment to
the services for which they sing. The choir and praise band are an
important part of our spiritual journey, providing leadership as well as
inspiration. Trinity’s Music Ministry operates on the principle that we
have been called, not to perform a concert, but to make a joyful noise to God.
It is a dedicated group of people who enjoy singing, playing instruments and
sharing their love of music with others. All levels of musical ability
are invited. The music program is led by the talented Doug Buzzell
and they rehearse weekly. Anyone who has musical talents and would
like to learn more about the commitment and fulfillment of being a member of
this important ministry, please contact the
church office at (207) 284-4852 or email trinitysaco@gwi.net
LAY EUCHARISTIC MINISTRY - The Licensed Lay Ministry is formed of people
who feel a call to a more active role in the proclamation of the Word of God
and to assist in the distribution of the Holy Eucharist. The Bishop has
licensed several of Trinity’s parishioners, in accordance with church canons,
to carry the Eucharist to shut-ins and those hospitalized in our parish. Those
who would like to receive the Eucharist at home, or wish to be involved in this
ministry, should contact Fr. David Robinson at 284-4852 or email trinitysaco@gwi.net
GREETERS AND USHERS - - Some larger congregations have both greeters
and ushers. We are a small church, so when worshipers arrive our ushers greet
them. Ushers hand out the Sunday service leaflet, help late arrivals locate
seats, and provide additional seating when the Church is full. Those who
participate as Greeters/Ushers serve about once a month and arrive 15 minutes
prior to the church service. To become a part of this very important ministry, contact the church office at (207) 284-4852 or
email trinitysaco@gwi.net. Rab St Germaine is the POC who makes
out the weekly schedules.
MEALS ON WHEELS (MOW) – Each
Saturday morning a team of two cooks arrives around 9:00 at Trinity to heat and
package the dinners that are to be delivered locally. The two drivers who
will deliver the meals appear at about 10:30. The MOW program reaches out into
the local communities of
PASTORAL CARE TEAM - This is a new ministry starting up at Trinity. The duties and responsibilities have not been
finalized but here is a brief snapshot.
The ministry of the pastoral care team is to visit parishioners who are
in the hospital or homebound. They’ll offer assistance to these individuals by
running errands, taking them to appointments or just for a get-out-of-the-house
drive to nowhere. Their primary goal is
to see that all their needs are being met. Some times all they really need is a
kind face and a friendly smile. This is
a visible and tangible way in which we can extend the loving arms of Christ to
those in need. Members of this team will
receive training and special instructions from Fr. David. Please contact the church office at (207)
284-4852 or email trinitysaco@gwi.net
if this sounds like something you would like to be involved in.
EPISCOPAL CHURCH WOMEN (ECW) - Women of the ECW celebrate their special
talents and services to the church with energy, creativity, and mutual respect
for each other and all other groups that contribute to the life of this
parish. The purpose of the ECW is to assist the women of this diocese to
carry on Christ's work of reconciliation, mission, and ministry in the
community, the nation and the world. Their membership consists of women
of all ages and newcomers are always welcome. They meet the first Monday of
each month in the parish hall at 7:00 PM. Every woman at Trinity is
considered a member of the ECW. For more information please contact the
Church office at (207) 284-4852 or email trinitysaco@gwi.net
The Trinity Youth Group is High School teens that meet once a month from
11:30 to 1:30 P.M. Adults oversee and chaperone all
gatherings. A typical meeting consists of Christian music playing in the
background while they enjoy pizza, soft drinks, popcorn, and have lots of fun
as they fellowship with one another. They discuss and plan future events
and how they’re going to raise the money to fund their projects. We
welcome all teens whether they are members of Trinity or not. anyone
interested in this important ministry should contact the Church office at (207)
284-4852 or email trinitysaco@gwi.net
TURKEY SUPPERS - Three or four times a year Trinity sponsors a
Turkey Supper with all of the traditional fixings. Volunteers are always
needed to assist in baking, cooking turkeys, buying groceries, serving and
delivering the food, clearing tables, cleaning up and taking money. This
is a wonderful time to introduce friends and neighbors to Trinity in an
informal, relaxed atmosphere of fellowship. If you would like to
contribute in any capacity, The coordinators are Darrell (Murch) and Arlene
Murchison. No contribution is ever too
small.
BREAKFAST CREWS - Please join us the first Sunday of the month
(Sept – May) for breakfast. Trinity is blessed to have two breakfast
crews (Red / Blue Teams) of dedicated men who alternate the preparation and
serving of a delicious breakfast. The food is great and it’s a perfect
opportunity for 8:00 and 10:00 worshippers to fellowship. Anyone
interested in this fellowship should contact the church office at (207) 284-4852 or email trinitysaco@gwi.net. Who knows, maybe a White Team is waiting
to join the Red and Blue.
PRAYER CIRCLE - Trinity Episcopal Church's
NURSERY – Trinity offers childcare for
newborns up to the age of four. Four year olds and up are normally
enrolled in the church school program. This provides an opportunity for
parents to enjoy the church service with complete confidence that their child
is being well cared for. This too is a very important ministry that is
always looking for volunteers. Having a child is not a prerequisite for
helping out but all volunteers must attend a safe church training session prior
to acceptance. If you feel this is an area you can contribute, please
contact trinitysaco@gwi.net
.