Acolytes assist the Presider during services and are a vital and joyful part of our worship life.  

We offer training every fall and at other times as needed.  We also offer individual training as young people become interested 
and may want to serve. 
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Our Acolyte coordinators are Gretchen and Jonathan Ponzer, who can be reached by calling the church office at 315-637-9872/

All are welcome to join this ministry!

The word acolyte means "follower" or "one who helps."  The priest relies on their assistance in order to make the service move smoothly.  
Acolytes perform a variety of duties, including lighting and extinguishing candles, carrying the cross during processions, assisting with the offertory, and helping prepare for Holy Communion.  They may also be asked to assist during Baptisms, weddings and funerals.