Leadership

 

Usher: Thank you for your willingness to serve as an usher at Good Shepherd. As an usher you are one of the “first contacts” for many visitors on Sunday morning. The number one question visitors want answered is, “Will I be welcomed into this faith community?” They start forming their answer based in large part by being welcomed and assisted by you. Thank you for your service in this! You can be a messenger of the gospel by handing out bulletins, assisting people to find a seat, collecting the offering, carrying communion elements to the altar, and directing the congregation during communion.

Readers: Reading the weekly scripture passages plays an important role in our worship experience. It is in hearing God’s word that we are transformed into a new creation, and more faithful disciples. Typically there will be an Old Testament and a New Testament reading every Sunday. Please let us know if you are interested in reading at a worship service.

Assisting ministers: Sunday worship is a priority in the life of our congregation because as Lutherans, we believe that God acts on us and for us when we hear God’s word and celebrate the sacraments. The job of the assisting minister reflects to the community that worship leadership is a shared experience by all who gather, not just the pastor. Worship leaders are trained by the pastor and staff, as they richly enhance the worship experience for the assembly.

Communion assistants: We celebrate communion every week at Good Shepherd. Volunteers are needed to assist with communion distribution.

Media team: A newly formed media team has been created to design and present visual media during worship. This form of leadership is becoming increasingly necessary, and much appreciated in our community of faith. We need helpers who know a little or a lot about computer technology to join our team. Our “designers” help to create the visual aids, and our “techs” run the show during worship. We can use your leadership in both of these areas.