Acolytes Jesus said,
I am the light of the world.
John 8:12
Dear Fifth Grader and Parent,
Acolytes bring the light of Christ into the worship experience and assist with baptisms and offering. Traditionally Bethany fifth graders serve as Acolytes. To serve as acolyte 5th graders and their parents are expected to attend an initial training and regular monthly training.
Initial training and practice in the Sanctuary (choose one):
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Sunday, September 13 2:00pm to 3:00pm
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Wednesday, September 16 5:00pm to 6:00pm or 7:15 pm to 8:15pm
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Thursday, September 17 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Monthly: Sunday, September–May:
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11:00-12:00 noon Room TBA
During the monthly gatherings Acolytes and parents support one another as they learn about worship and seasons of the church year reach out in mission to help others grow in Christian community & friendship together.
Parent acolyte coordinators are needed to assist and plan for:
- scheduling & reminders
- missions
- supplies (robes, candle lighter, and beads)
Acolytes are scheduled to serve in pairs and will be given a worship schedule listing assigned dates and times of service. The list will include names, phone numbers and emails of all trained acolytes for the year so that a substitute may be called as needed. A parent Acolyte Coordinator will send a post card and an email reminder each time an acolyte's name comes up on the schedule. Scheduled acolytes who are unable to serve at a designated time are expected to arrange for a substitute and inform the Acolyte Coordinator and the Church Office of the change.
Acolytes will serve from October 2009 until the end of September 2010. Our new 2009-2010 Acolytes will be commissioned and given pins during worship services on September 12 and 13, 2009. Please be thinking about which service your family will attend for acolyte commissioning.
Please let me know which training you plan to attend and your interest in being an Acolyte Coordinator by phone or email. I look forward to hearing from you.
In Christ's love,
Susan Hinderliter
Director of Children’s Ministry
258-6017 ext 269 susan.hinderliter@bethany-umc.org
Acolyte Registraiton Information Form-PDF
Acolyte Registration Information Form-Online
5th Grader & Parent Letter-PDF