Greeters

Greeters offer hospitality and oversee the orderly gathering of GOD'S people for worship. Outreach is part of the Greeters’ ministry, since often times we are the first members of St. Johns that meet guests at our parish. Greeters greet and assist worshipers and guests, provide outreach, and pray for the congregation. Being a Greeter is an excellent ministry to learn about St. John's and meet many of the members.

I am thinking on participating in this ministry, what are the duties and responsibilities?

Glad you asked! Here is an outline of greeter duties:

Commit to be a greeter one Sunday a month.
Stand at the doors to the sanctuary and greet everyone warmly.
Pass out a bulletin to each person entering the sanctuary
Invite visitors to visit the Newcomer Welcome Table and fill out a "Let's Get Aquainted Card".
Pay attention to what needs your visitors and guests might have.
Once service begins greeters are asked to sit by the doors inside the sanctuary on the right side to greet any late comers. Greeters can return to their seat during the first reading.
After the service, be gracious to all members and wish them a wonderful week.
Invite visitors to the Coffee Hour.
If possible, follow up with a new visitor who returns and make them feel just as welcome the second week as the first time they were here.