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Acolyte and Subdeacon Manual 2020 ST. GEORGE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 550 Ridgewood Road Maplewood, New Jersey +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ SUBDEACON and ACOLYTE MANUAL February 2020 ST. GEORGE’S EPISCOPA L CJURCH Maplewood, NJ SUBDEACON and ACOLYTE MANUAL (February 2020 Edition) This page is left blank intentionally. Page 2 of 39 ST. GEORGE’S EPISCOPA L CJURCH Maplewood, NJ SUBDEACON and ACOLYTE MANUAL (February 2020 Edition) TABLE of CONTENTS GENERAL GUIDELINES Prayer for Acolytes Historic Roles of Acolytes General Norms for Acolytes Scheduling Dress and Equipment Order of Procession 8:00am HOLY EUCHARIST SERVICE Subdeacon Responsibilities 10:30am CHORAL EUCHARIST SERVICE Subdeacon Responsibilities Thurifer Responsibilities Crucifer – Server Responsibilities Torchbearer Responsibilities 9:15am FAMILY EUCHARIST SERVICE Subdeacon Responsibilities GLOSSARY ILLUSTRATIONS How to Tie a Rope Cincture Sample Schedule Page 3 of 39 ST. GEORGE’S EPISCOPA L CJURCH Maplewood, NJ SUBDEACON and ACOLYTE MANUAL (February 2020 Edition) This page is left blank intentionally. Page 4 of 39 ST. GEORGE’S EPISCOPA L CJURCH Maplewood, NJ SUBDEACON and ACOLYTE MANUAL (February 2020 Edition) GENERAL GUIDELINES Page 5 of 39 ST. GEORGE’S EPISCOPA L CJURCH Maplewood, NJ SUBDEACON and ACOLYTE MANUAL (February 2020 Edition) This page is left blank intentionally. Page 6 of 39 ST. GEORGE’S EPISCOPA L CJURCH Maplewood, NJ SUBDEACON and ACOLYTE MANUAL (February 2020 Edition) GENERAL GUIDELINES: Prayer for Acolytes O God, our gracious Father: Bless the servers of your church that they may so serve before your earthly altar in reverence and holiness, that they may attain, with all your saints and angels, the joy of serving you and worshipping you before your Heavenly Altar, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. HISTORIC ROLE OF ACOLYTES One of the foundations of Episcopalian theology focuses on liturgy. The term “liturgy” comes from a Greek word meaning “the work of the people” and goes back to the early days of Christianity. This focus does not stem from having a fixation or wanting the service to be pretty, but because it is the lived-out expression of what we believe, offered in praise and glory to God. For as long as people have been worshipping in churches, there have been acolytes who prepared these sacred spaces and assisted the clergy before, during and after the services. The word “acolyte” comes from the Greek word, akolouthos, which means follower. But the role of an acolyte is more than just being a follower or server. Acolytes are a critical ministry and your dedication, leadership and faithfulness enhances our worship services. Your quiet visibility contributes to the creation of a holy space to allow others to praise adore and worship God. As described by Dennis G. Michno in A Manual for Acolytes: The patron of those who serve at the altera is Vincent, Deacon and Martyr, He lived in the third century, was martyred in the year 304, and is commemorated in our calendar on January 22, Vincent is remembered for his love of God, his faithfulness to his bishop, and his unswerving loyalty to his responsibilities. These traits – love, faithfulness and loyalty – are virtues for all who are privileged to serve at the altar should cultivate. Remember: our purpose is rooted in our love of God, our faithfulness is seen in our willingness to serve responsibly, and our loyalty is demonstrated on how carefully we carry out our duties. Love, faithfulness and loyalty are the virtues we seek to perfect. The server’s aim is to be as steadfast as St. Vincent. GENERAL NORMS FOR ACOLYTES Consequently, your role an acolyte comes responsibility. You participate and help lead worship in a respectful and dignified manner, without behaving in a way that calls attention to you. Such distractions will distract others from their worship experience and time with God. However, we understand that mistakes can happen (even the priests make mistake) – the goal will be to act as though it was supposed to happen and not draw attention to it. Most parishioners are in their sacred zone and will not even notice it. Consider it as a gift and learn from it. Acolytes general responsibilities include: 1. Be on time, neat and ready to serve. 2. Assist in getting the church ready for worship as per our roles. Page 7 of 39 ST. GEORGE’S EPISCOPA L CJURCH Maplewood, NJ SUBDEACON and ACOLYTE MANUAL (February 2020 Edition) 3. Serve quietly and do not talk among yourselves during the liturgy. 4. Avoid unnecessary movements, such as swinging your cincture (rope belt). 5. Handle on liturgical equipment with reverence. 6. Understand the different parts of the service and anticipate what happens next so that are ready. 7. Do not reverence the Altar table if carrying liturgical equipment. 8. Be leaders in worship by joining the congregation in the prayers, singing and sitting/ standing at the appropriate times. 9. Do not get so caught up in the process or next activity that you do not find the opportunities to worship and praise God – this should enhance your spiritual experience and not take away from it. SCHEDULING Most communications within the acolyte ministry will be through email using the acolyte google group (st-georges- [email protected]). At regular intervals during the year, you will receive an email from the Director of Acolytes notifying that the next schedule covering 2 to 3 months is being prepared so that you can share your unavailable dates so that you will not be scheduled. The completed schedule will be distributed via email, posted on the church website and posted on the Parish Lounge bulletin board. See sample schedule in the Illustrations section of this manual. If conflict arises after you receive the completed schedule, it will be your responsibility to find a substitute. This may be accomplished by reaching out to the acolyte google group or using the contact information (email and telephone numbers) included at the end of each acolyte schedule. You should notify the Director of Acolytes of the substitution. An email reminder will be sent via email during the middle of the week that you are scheduled and requesting confirmation of your attendance. Special instructions, such as rehearsals, will be included in the email. DRESS and EQUIPMENT While there is no specific dress code for acolytes, you are reminder that you are leader in the worship experience and as such, you should dress in an appropriate manner. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes as you will be moving throughout the service. Acolyte vestments remind of us of the garments worn by Jesus and the disciples and should be treated with respect. For most services at St. George’s , acolytes wear the white robes with hoods and cinctures (white twisted robes) at the waist (see the Illustrations section at the end of this manual for guidance on tying the cincture). The alb length shall be just above the ankle. For Good Friday, Tenebrae and Evensong services, acolytes wear the black cassock and white cotta; the scheduled subdeacon for these services will provide guidance on these vestments. Make sure that your vestments are not torn or soiled. If they are torn or soiled, do not rehang the alb but notify the subdeacon. Always make sure the buttons are fastened at the neckline so that it does not fall off the hanger. Before the service starts, check on your liturgical equipment to verify that it is in presentable and usable condition. All liturgical equipment must be treated in with respect and reverence as each represents very special meaning and contributes to our worship experience. Page 8 of 39 ST. GEORGE’S EPISCOPA L CJURCH Maplewood, NJ SUBDEACON and ACOLYTE MANUAL (February 2020 Edition) The liturgical equipment assigned to each acolyte is as follows: Role Equipment used before, during and after the service ü Thurible with aluminum foil lined inside ü Boat with spoon and filled with incense ü Mortar and pestle (to grind the incense) Thurifer ü Paper towels to line Altar Guild counter ü Box with charcoal bricks ü Tongs ü Candle with matches ü Bulletin (Order of Service) ü Decorative brass processional cross (note plain brass processional cross Crucifer – Server used during Lent) ü Alms basin ü Bulletin (Order of Service) ü Brass candle lighter/ snuffer and matches Torch Bearers ü Processional torches ü Bulletin (Order of Service) ü Lectionary ü Gospel Book Subdeacon ü Altar Book ü Chancel furniture ü Credence table (verify set-up) ü Bulletin (Order of Service) ORDER OF PROCESSION The typical order of procession for liturgical services is as follows: Thurifer (Festive Choral Eucharists only) Crucifer – Server Torchbearers (Side -by – Side) Choir (in pairs) Subdeacon Deacon Preacher (if different than Celebrant) Con-Celebrants (if present) Celebrant Page 9 of 39 ST. GEORGE’S EPISCOPA L CJURCH Maplewood, NJ SUBDEACON and ACOLYTE MANUAL (February 2020 Edition) This page is left blank intentionally. Page 10 of 39 ST. GEORGE’S EPISCOPA L CJURCH Maplewood, NJ SUBDEACON and ACOLYTE MANUAL (February 2020 Edition) 8:00am HOLY EUCHARIST SERVICE Subdeacon Responsibilities (Note: No acolytes at this service) Page 11 of 39 ST. GEORGE’S EPISCOPA L CJURCH Maplewood, NJ SUBDEACON and ACOLYTE MANUAL (February 2020 Edition) This page is left blank intentionally. Page 12 of 39 ST. GEORGE’S EPISCOPA L CJURCH Maplewood, NJ SUBDEACON and ACOLYTE MANUAL (February 2020 Edition) SUBDEACON RESPONSIBILITIES: PRIOR to the SERVICE v Arrive 20 minutes before the service and get vested. v Turn the lights on in the Chancel, Aumbry and Narthex. v Unlock the front door of the church. v Verify that the sound system in on. v Facing the reredos, place two chairs in front of the altar table on left for Celebrant and Subdeacon and place one chair in front of the altar table on right for Deacon.
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