Volunteer Opportunities

Get Involved

Volunteers are central to the Good Samaritan Church. Whether you are a newcomer or seasoned member of Good Sam, there are many opportunities to use your skills and experience to serve our community and build relationships.

Worship Ministries

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Acolytes

An acolyte is an assistant at the altar. Tasks include carrying the cross and aiding at the altar

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Altar Guild

The Altar Guild works behind the scenes to set up for all services. This includes care for vestments, the silver, the crystal, the brass, the candles, and more.

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Coffee Hour

The Coffee Hour team is a vital hospitality ministry providing tea, coffee, and snacks to members and newcomers before church.

Clergy member administering Holy Communion at The Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan.

Eucharistic Ministers

Eucharistic Ministers administer the chalice during the Holy Communion. To get started, we provide several training sessions and get approved by the Bishop for your license. You do not need to be ordained to serve in this ministry.

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Flower Guild

Help decorate our altar with flowers. The Flower Guild also regularly delivers bouquets to people in the church community who are celebrating or are in need of care.

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Lectors

Lectors share readings from the scripture during services.

Visitor registering at the church reception desk inside the Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan.

Ushers

Radical hospitality is part of the Good Samaritan mission, and our ushers are at the heart of it. Welcome people and pass out bulletins.

Church Support

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Buildings and Grounds

Get together to care for the church and keep the property in good shape. If you’re handy with a tool (or you’d like to be), consider joining the Buildings and Grounds team.

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Office Volunteer

Welcome visitors, answer the phone, and assist our office manager with other administrative tasks during our office hours.