Ministries of Grace Church
Acolytes:
The Acolyte Guild consists of youth, from third grade through adults. The acolytes are part of the liturgical team. They work together with the clergy and lay Eucharistic Ministers to enhance the beauty of the Mass.
What is an Acolyte? Acolytes are altar attendants in public worship. They are an important part of the team of leaders for the liturgy. The word Acolyte comes from the Greek akolouthos (follower), although it is normally an Acolyte that leads the choir, Eucharistic ministers and clergy in procession at the beginning and the end of the liturgy.
Adult Education:
The mission of the Adult Christian Education Committee is to help us as adults of Grace Church explore scripture and articles of the day as well as questions that our minds might be ponder. The hope is that all who come together will grow in our faith.
Altar Guild:
The Altar Guild is responsible for preparing the altar, the flowers, and the linens needed for all the services of the church.
Baptisms:
Any person(s) interested in being baptized or having a child baptized should contact the Rector. Instruction will be provided.
Children’s Programs:
Please see this page at for more information.
Choir:
The adult choir meets each Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday morning at 9:00 a.m. for rehearsals.
Confirmation and Inquirer's Classes:
Held annually usually beginning in September ending with Confirmation at the Cathedral in Boston sometime in late April or early May. The classes are for those who have never been confirmed as well as those who would like to be received or to reaffirm their faith. Please contact the Rector's office if you are interested.
Grace Church Vestry:
The Vestry meets the second Tuesday of every month from 7:30 to 9:15 pm. A synopsis will be published in the newsletter each month.
Greeters:
Every Sunday, two greeters hand out bulletins and greet people as they come into the church. They also assist anyone who is new in finding a seat and giving them directions to bathrooms and coffee hour.
Knitting Ministry:
Knitting ministry meets monthly on the third Saturday of the month from 11am to 1:30, a pot-luck is shared. While you many bring any project you are working on we do encourage every one to make a prayer shawl which is then blessed and give away. The group includes experienced knitters who can offer support and help with your project.
Lectors, Lay reader, Chalice Bearers:
These worship assistants are a vital piece of our Worship.
Marriage:
Any persons interested in being married at Grace Church should contact the Rector.
Outreach:
Outreach meets each month on the third Thursday of the month at 6:30pm. Outreach includes projects which are near home such as Peggy’s Angles, gifts for E Cubed Academy, hats scarves and mittens for those in need, can goods for Lenor’s Pantry, Christmas gifts to local families, etc. Globally we have relationship with several parishes in Tanzania and support them through donations.
Pastoral Care:
Parishioners visit shut-ins, drive the elderly to medical appointments, cook meals for the sick, provide companionship to the dying, and held each other in their prayers and bring communion to those who cannot for what ever reason attend church.
Prayer Circle
The Prayer Circle meets at the church on the first Saturday of the month in the library (now located on the lower level) from 9:00 - 10:00 AM. It is a small time commitment but a very powerful and important ministry. We are always looking for new members. Please pray about whether the Lord is calling you to this important ministry. We will be meeting on: November 5th, December 3rd, January 7, 2012, February 4th, March 3rd, April 7th, May 5th, and June 2nd.
For more information please call Mickey Fournier at (508) 699-2445or (508) 699-2445 or come to a meeting.
Property Committee:
The Property Committee is charged with the maintenance and restoration of our beautiful building and grounds.
Stewardship Committee:
Stewardship is about people offering back to God their time and talent to do the work we were commissioned to do at our Baptism. It is about connecting with people, helping each other find our gifts for ministry, and finding ways to offer those gifts to the community.
Ushers
A church usher is a volunteer who acts as a greeter and guide in the church. An usher is often the first representative of the congregation whom visitors encounter when entering a church, and they are responsible for conveying the best first impression to people assembling for worship. But the duties and responsibilities of a church usher are more varied than simply extending a warm welcome.
If you'd like to be an Usher at Grace Church please speak with John Sullivan, Brian Auclair, Bob Burrows or Phil Greil.
Welcoming Committee:
The Welcoming Committee's mission is to bring new members in to Grace church, make them feel welcome at worship, include them in our existing programs and create new programs targeted toward new members.
Worship Committee:
The committee discusses numerous issues relating to expanding Grace Church's experience of worship. This committee includes all those who assist at worship and the Altar Guild. We meet four to five times a year to plan out the next segment of the church year together.
The Acolyte Guild consists of youth, from third grade through adults. The acolytes are part of the liturgical team. They work together with the clergy and lay Eucharistic Ministers to enhance the beauty of the Mass.
What is an Acolyte? Acolytes are altar attendants in public worship. They are an important part of the team of leaders for the liturgy. The word Acolyte comes from the Greek akolouthos (follower), although it is normally an Acolyte that leads the choir, Eucharistic ministers and clergy in procession at the beginning and the end of the liturgy.
Adult Education:
The mission of the Adult Christian Education Committee is to help us as adults of Grace Church explore scripture and articles of the day as well as questions that our minds might be ponder. The hope is that all who come together will grow in our faith.
Altar Guild:
The Altar Guild is responsible for preparing the altar, the flowers, and the linens needed for all the services of the church.
Baptisms:
Any person(s) interested in being baptized or having a child baptized should contact the Rector. Instruction will be provided.
Children’s Programs:
Please see this page at for more information.
Choir:
The adult choir meets each Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday morning at 9:00 a.m. for rehearsals.
Confirmation and Inquirer's Classes:
Held annually usually beginning in September ending with Confirmation at the Cathedral in Boston sometime in late April or early May. The classes are for those who have never been confirmed as well as those who would like to be received or to reaffirm their faith. Please contact the Rector's office if you are interested.
Grace Church Vestry:
The Vestry meets the second Tuesday of every month from 7:30 to 9:15 pm. A synopsis will be published in the newsletter each month.
Greeters:
Every Sunday, two greeters hand out bulletins and greet people as they come into the church. They also assist anyone who is new in finding a seat and giving them directions to bathrooms and coffee hour.
Knitting Ministry:
Knitting ministry meets monthly on the third Saturday of the month from 11am to 1:30, a pot-luck is shared. While you many bring any project you are working on we do encourage every one to make a prayer shawl which is then blessed and give away. The group includes experienced knitters who can offer support and help with your project.
Lectors, Lay reader, Chalice Bearers:
These worship assistants are a vital piece of our Worship.
Marriage:
Any persons interested in being married at Grace Church should contact the Rector.
Outreach:
Outreach meets each month on the third Thursday of the month at 6:30pm. Outreach includes projects which are near home such as Peggy’s Angles, gifts for E Cubed Academy, hats scarves and mittens for those in need, can goods for Lenor’s Pantry, Christmas gifts to local families, etc. Globally we have relationship with several parishes in Tanzania and support them through donations.
Pastoral Care:
Parishioners visit shut-ins, drive the elderly to medical appointments, cook meals for the sick, provide companionship to the dying, and held each other in their prayers and bring communion to those who cannot for what ever reason attend church.
Prayer Circle
The Prayer Circle meets at the church on the first Saturday of the month in the library (now located on the lower level) from 9:00 - 10:00 AM. It is a small time commitment but a very powerful and important ministry. We are always looking for new members. Please pray about whether the Lord is calling you to this important ministry. We will be meeting on: November 5th, December 3rd, January 7, 2012, February 4th, March 3rd, April 7th, May 5th, and June 2nd.
For more information please call Mickey Fournier at (508) 699-2445or (508) 699-2445 or come to a meeting.
Property Committee:
The Property Committee is charged with the maintenance and restoration of our beautiful building and grounds.
Stewardship Committee:
Stewardship is about people offering back to God their time and talent to do the work we were commissioned to do at our Baptism. It is about connecting with people, helping each other find our gifts for ministry, and finding ways to offer those gifts to the community.
Ushers
A church usher is a volunteer who acts as a greeter and guide in the church. An usher is often the first representative of the congregation whom visitors encounter when entering a church, and they are responsible for conveying the best first impression to people assembling for worship. But the duties and responsibilities of a church usher are more varied than simply extending a warm welcome.
If you'd like to be an Usher at Grace Church please speak with John Sullivan, Brian Auclair, Bob Burrows or Phil Greil.
Welcoming Committee:
The Welcoming Committee's mission is to bring new members in to Grace church, make them feel welcome at worship, include them in our existing programs and create new programs targeted toward new members.
Worship Committee:
The committee discusses numerous issues relating to expanding Grace Church's experience of worship. This committee includes all those who assist at worship and the Altar Guild. We meet four to five times a year to plan out the next segment of the church year together.
