Ministries & Programs at
Canterbury
The people of Canterbury are engaged in a myriad of ministries and programs that build the church and serve the broader community.
Community Service
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Meals on Wheels Canterbury provides meals for 150 people in the Tuscaloosa area every fourth Sunday of a month. Volunteers are needed to prepare the food and deliver it. Volunteers are especially needed for delivery. For more information or to volunteer, contact Janice McCollum at 248-6432. |
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Deacon's Deli Through the generosity of parishioners and friends, Canterbury serves the area's needy with food resources and other forms of assistance. Contributions of groceries or cash are greatly needed and always appreciated. For more information or to contribute, contact Deacon Roland Ficken at 345-9590. |
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The Gallery at Canterbury Canterbury offers area artists a small gallery to exhibit their work to the community. Exhibits typically hang for one month. More information can be found at the Gallery's webpage. |
Groups for Prayer, Study, & Service
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Episcopal Church Women The ECW is a multi-faceted service and fundraising group serving the Chapel, the local community, the Diocese, and international organizations. For more information or to become a member, contact Susan Windham at 292-2921. |
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Daughter's of the King The Daughters are an order of committed women who undertake a Rule of Life that includes prayer and service. A Daughter pledges herself to a lifelong program or prayer, service, and evangelism to spread the Kingdom of God and strengthen the spiritual life of her parish. For more information, contact Sharon Marable at 345-9590. |
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Brotherhood of St. Andrew The Brotherhood is an international organization of men in the Anglican Communion dedicated to prayer, study, and service. Its programs are opportunities for men to share in discussions of their Christian faith and to study the Bible. The Brotherhood engages in a number of service projects each year. |
Worship
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Altar Guild Both men and women, members of the Altar Guild look after the physical needs of the church interior with particular concern for the altar and its furnighings. Apprentice instruction is available for volunteers. For more information, contact Camilla Huxford at 345-6349. |
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Flower Guild The Flower Guild is a volunteer group that is responsible for arranging the flowers for Sundays and special occasions. Two people working together normally accomplish this each week and current members will assist newer members. Presently each two person team is assigned once every two months. For more information, contact Elizabeth Kent at 553-2531. To see some of their handiwork, click here. |
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Acolytes A ministry for young people aged 8 years and older, acolytes assist the clergy in the worship of God. Acolytes carry the processional cross and torches and serve at the altar. Training in provided routinely. For more information, contact a clergy member at 345-9590 |
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Choir Music is a vital aspect of the spiritual and liturgical life at Canterbury. The Choir sings at the 10:30 AM Sunday service as well as a number of other occasional services throughout the year. During the academic year, rehearsals are held on Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM and on Wednesdays at 7:00 PM. For more information, contact Michael Williams at 345 9590. |
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Lectors Lectors read the Old and the New Testament lessons in the Holy Eucharist services at Canterbury. By lending their voices to the proclamation of God's Word, they enrich and enliven the liturgies. For more information, contact the Chapel Office at 345-9590. |
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Lay Eucharistic Ministers (Chalice Bearers) At the recommendation of the Chaplain to the Vestry and with the approval of the Bishop, parish members may serve as chalice bearers, administering the cup in services of the Holy Eucharist. Chalice bearers may also be asked to take Communion to home-bound members of the parish. For more information, contact the Chapel Office at 345-9590. |
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