Acolytes                                                          Contact Bob Shillito
Acolytes serve as crucifers, torch and banner bearers during Sunday, Holy Week and Christmas worship services.  Any individual is eligible to become an acolyte if they have graduated from the 6th grade.  Contact Bob Shillito.

Chalice Bearers                                             Contact Donna Erickson
Chalice Bearers serve the congregation in the role of liturgical participant to help administer a portion of the Sacrament of Eucharist.  If you feel called to serve in this form of ministry, please contact Donna Erickson.
 
Children’s Chapel                                          Contact Beth Knapp
Children’s Chapel occurs on Sunday during the 9:00 a.m. service.  Parishioners may volunteer to be part of the Children’s Chapel Program as a shepherd or as a liturgist.  Please contact Beth Knapp.

Children’s Choirs                                           Contact Ann Marie Ruhlin
The Children's Choirs are dedicated to the spiritual development of the younger members of our parish through music. The Children's Choir sings at the 9:00 a.m. service once a month. Music education for the younger children (through 2nd grade) includes elements of choral singing, reading the score, blending voices and independent instrumental performance.  Older children learn about matching pitch, keeping the beat, percussion instruments, rhythmic body movement and self-discipline for older children. For more information, contact Ann Marie Ruhlin. 
 
Emmanuel Choirs                                          Contact Trent Patterson
See the Music page for more information

Eucharistic Visitors                                        Contact Deacon Burnell Esbenshade Eucharistic Visitors unite the home-bound or sick with communicants at Emmanuel by taking and sharing Holy Communion from Emmanuel’s altar to their place of residence.  This position is appointed by the Rector and licensed by the Bishop.  Persons interested in this ministry should contact a clergy member.

Greeters                                                        Contact Ian MacBryde
Greeters are available at the church entrance prior to and following the 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. services to identify and welcome visitors/newcomers to Emmanuel with a smile and greeting.  Anyone wishing to volunteer is invited to contact Ian MacBryde.

Minister of Ceremonies                                 Contact Jerry Cooper
The role of the Minister of Ceremony is to coordinate the procession/recession of service participants, assist clergy during the service when needed in order to provide the best worship environment possible. Please contact Jerry Cooper to volunteer.

Narthex Leaders                                           Contact Martha LaFata
The Narthex leader’s purpose is to be prepared to act in case of an emergency and to assist the ushers as needed for the 9:00 /10:00 a.m. service on Sunday mornings.  If interested in this ministry, please contact Martha LaFata.

Readers/ Lectors                                           Contact Jerry Cooper
Lectors read the Old Testament and Intercessors read the Prayers of the People at assigned worship services.  Parishioners are appointed based on their interest, skill and/or previous experience. Should you be interested in participating, please contact The Rev. Dan Appleyard.

Ushers                                                           Contact Betty Walker
At Sunday services ushers distribute bulletins, assist with seating, handle the alms collections and facilitate the smooth flow of communicants to the Altar rail during Holy Communion.  Volunteers are very welcome.  Please contact Betty Walker.