Worship

"God uses worship to transform lives, heal wounded souls, renew hope, shape decisions, provoke change, inspire compassion, and bind people to one another (Five Practices of Fruitful Congregations, by Robert Schnase, p. 34)." For this reason whorship must be passionate. Individuals need to feel a part of that all important hour on Sunday. They need uplifting leaders and music, they need to receive support, and they need to gain a sense of belonging or connection through experiences such as communion.

Worship Opportunities

Lay Readers

Assist the Pastor in leading the congregation in the Responsive Call to Worship, Affirmation of Faith and Congregational Prayer.

Contact: Beverly Graham (540)786-4283

Greeters

Meet and greet people arriving for worship services and pass out bulletins.

Contact: Libby Wharton (540)786-8626 or Margaret Kacklye (540)972-4486

Acolyte

Males and females, Third Grade or older, to light the candles on the Altar and carry the cross for the 8:15 and 11:00 AM services(formal training is required).

Contact: Arleen Taninecz

Usher

Assist in collecting offering and assist people in being seated.

Contact Persons:

Mike Conrad for 8:15 service rphinspect@cincast.net

Chip and Theresa Brubaker for 9:45 service Brusgang@comcast.net

Brian Pinheiro for 11:00 service (540)786-4899

Communion Stewards

Prepare Communion elements, place on the Altar and clean up afterwards.

Contact: Libby Wharton (540)786-8626

Choirs

Cherubs: 3 to 6 year olds. Meets on Wednesdays 6:30-6:50 PM.
Chancel Choir: High School/Adults. Meets Wednesdays 7:00-8:00 PM.
Praise and Worship Team: Meets Thursdays 7:00-8:30 PM.
Catherine Stanley Ringers (Bell Choir): High School/Adults. Meets Wednesdays 6:00-6:45 PM.

Cantata Volunteers

Tabernacle’s Chancel Choir presents two cantatas each year; one at Christmas and one at Easter. There is always a need for volunteers to help with narration, drama, singing, costuming and set design.