COMMUNION PROCEDURE
Your role as a communion steward is one of utmost importance. You are preparing the Lord’s Table for His people. On Sunday morning, many will join together to pay honor and respect to our Savior as we remember what Christ did for us.
Please be prayerful as you prepare this special meal.
1. A whole loaf of French bread is used for the communion service. Grape juice is used for both the large and individual cups. If Pastor wants to use something different you will be notified before the service. You as the communion steward are to provide the bread and juice needed for the service.
2. All communion essentials are located in the room behind alter area. The key to the door is hanging on the opposite wall above eye level. (The door is tricky keep trying). You will find the following items you will need on the shelves:
  • Communion ware
  • Plastic cups
  • The cloths
        If we are out of something, please let the office know.
3. There is a plastic bottle used to fill the cups. It works by squeezing. Fill 2 trays of small cups and the large cup half full. PLEASE RINSE THE BOTTLE COMPLETELY AND LEAVE CAP OFF TO ALLOW FOR DRYING.
4. Drape a white cloth over the altar before placing the communion elements upon it. Do the following:
  • Use a tray for the bread and place it in the front.
  • Cups and trays to the left and the large cup to the right. Both items behind the bread.
  • Cover the Supper with a white cloth.
5. In the closet you will find garbage cans and liners. Place them on stands and near outside walls for worshipers to discard cups.
6. When the service is over you will need to do the following:
 
  • Remove Supper from altar and tidy up.
  • Cloths should be folded and returned to their place – check first to see if laundering or stain care is needed. If so let Pastor know.
  • Empty and discard the little cups.
  • Communion ware should be wiped and returned to its place. There are special cloths for this.
  • Dispose of used cups and put everything in its proper place.
 
7. Do not waste leftover juice and bread. You may consume – eat or drink -leftovers or return it to the ground for the birds,etc.
8. You may prepare the supper the day before the service or before church begins that day. If you have any questions about any of this, please speak to Pastor Dorie.
 
Thank you for participating in this important ministry!
 
*PLEASE NOTE: You are responsible for all services with Communion during your time to serve in this worship assistant area