Contact information for ministry leaders is below or use this form to volunteer or request more information.
Serving in Worship
We need nearly 30 volunteers every Sunday for our three worship services. Training is provided for all ministry areas. Contact Joan to volunteer for any of these ministries.
Oblation Bearers: Members of the congregation who bring the bread and wine for Communion to the altar during the liturgy. At the Cathedral, we use oblation bearers at the 10:30 a.m. worship service and at special services. Fall 2024 Sign Up
Greeters / Welcome Ministry: Every Sunday, we like to have 2 volunteers before the 10:30 service to welcome parishioners to worship. These people greet parishioners as they come into the Nave for worship services. We need volunteers who will serve once a month, as well as people who will substitute for a greeter (s) who unexpectedly cannot serve.
Acolytes: Acolytes assist with the 10:30 service and other Holy Day/special services. We will add acolytes to the 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. service if people are interested. Their ministry adds dignity and order to the liturgy and greatly assists the smooth flow of worship. This ministry is open both to youth and adults; training is provided. Both regular (once a month) Acolytes are needed, as well as substitutes.
Eucharistic Ministers: A Eucharistic Minister is a lay person licensed by the Bishop to administer the consecrated elements (Bread and Wine) of the Holy Eucharist. Eucharistic Ministers may be licensed to administer the consecrated Bread and Wine at any celebration of Holy Communion in the absence of a sufficient number of priests or deacons to assist the Presider. Typically at the Cathedral, one Eucharistic Minister serves at the Sunday 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. services, and two at the 10:30 a.m. service.
Ushers: The ushers greet worshipers, hand out the worship bulletins, pass the offering plate and guide parishioners to communion. A friendly smile and the capacity for warm hospitality are the two most important criteria. A minimum of 4 ushers are used at the 10:30 service. One usher is used at the 8:00 service.
Altar Guild: The Altar Guild works as monthly teams to set up and clean up after services by removing the Communion elements from the Altar. In caring for the Altar, linens and vessels we become an active part of the liturgy. Teams work with the Sacristan in this preparation and clean up. Both monthly volunteers and substitutes are needed at both the 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. services.
AV/Livestreaming Team: Livestreaming Cathedral services allows parishioners and guests to experience worship at the Cathedral from wherever they are. You can be part of the team that brings the service into the digital world by helping with sound and/or video. Training is provided.
Lectors: Lector is the title given to those who read the assigned Scriptures for the day. The Ministry of the Lector is to proclaim the Word of God by reading from both the Old and New Testament at church services throughout the year. A Lector may also leads the Prayers of the People.
Healing Ministers: Healing ministers offer prayers during or immediately after the Eucharist. People who desire to receive a prayer of healing for themselves or on behalf of someone else may speak with one of the healing ministers about their request. Healing ministers may also pray with people who are in the hospital or who are convalescing. At the end of what is often a simple, brief prayer the minister will anoint your forehead with consecrated oil, making the sign of the cross.
Prayers of the People Writers: Using the guidelines in the Book of Common Prayer and working with Deacon Barbara, individuals write prayers that are used in Sunday and other special services.
Hospitality
Bring or serve at coffee hour or at special events throughout the year. Contact Joan to join a team.
Holy Hands Hospitality Ministry— Sunday Teams or Special Event Team: Holy Hands provides a ministry through bringing people together to share food and each other’s company. Right now we are trying to create teams for the second Sundays, fourth Sundays and fifth Sundays.
Funeral Hospitality: The Funeral Hospitality Committee provides support to the family of the deceased to help make sure the reception runs smoothly.
Formation Groups
Children’s Formation: Our children meet Sundays at 9:15 a.m. for Formation and at 10:30 a.m. for Cathedral Kids. Volunteers teach lessons or help the leader with the children. All volunteers must complete Safe Church training. Contact Clare for more information.
Youth Formation: Our youth meet Sundays at 9:15 a.m. for Formation and at 6 p.m. for Youth Group. Volunteers are needed to provide dinner for Youth Group, assist the leaders during the youth meetings and at activities. All volunteers must complete Safe Church training. Contact Clare for more information.
College Ministry: Our college ministry supports our college students through social gatherings during college breaks and connecting during the school year with care packages. Contact Clare for more information.
Young Adult Ministry: The Young Adults (ages 24-39) of Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral are a growing and vibrant community who enjoy fellowship and joining together as they grow deeper in their spiritual lives. We seek to be radically loving and servant leaders in our Church community but also the Kansas City community. Contact Clare for more information.
Women’s Bible Study: This group meets Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. on Zoom. Conversation is lively, thought-provoking, and often irreverent. All are welcome. For more information
Lectionary Bible Study: This group meets Tuesday at 6:45 p.m. on Zoom to study the lessons for the upcoming Sunday. For more information
Sunday Adult Formation: Gather in the Common Room at 9:15 a.m. for conversations and book and Bible studies. For more information
Adult Formation (special studies): Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral is one of the churches in the greater Kansas City area partnering with William Jewell College’s Center for Faith and Culture. This program brings at least one class each semester to our campus. We also have other book and Bible studies throughout the year. For more information
Social Outreach
We lament with Christ that the poor may very well always be with us. In these programs, we cannot and do not provide comprehensive solutions. Rather, we touch one person or family in need at a time, doing what we are able to do. Join us in reaching out to a community in need—in being a source of assistance to those who so desperately require it. For more information
Fellowship/Study Groups
LGBT Fellowship Group: This group meets monthly for a potluck and fellowship. For more information
Community Engagement Committee/Tuesday Morning Conversations: Please join us for our weekly conversation in GHTC’s Virtual Café on Zoom! Tuesday mornings from 7:30–9 a.m. For more information
Readers Book Club: The Readers Book Club focuses on reading and discussing current books in a relaxed setting at the Cathedral. We meet regularly throughout the year.
Food & Friends: Make new friends and enjoy a good meal by joining a Food & Friends group! Groups of 8 (or so) will be formed and then the groups meet about four times for a meal. Everyone—families, singles, couples—is welcome to be a part of a group.
Music Ministries
Contact Paul to learn more about the Cathedral’s music ministries.
Trinity Choir: The Trinity Choir is the principal choir at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, singing at the 10:30 a.m. service throughout the year, for occasional services and for monthly Evensongs (September–May).
Pastoral Care Ministries
Eucharistic Visitors: A Eucharistic Visitor is a lay person authorized to take the Consecrated Elements in a timely manner following a Celebration of Holy Eucharist to members of the congregation who, by reason of illness or infirmity, were unable to be present at the Celebration. Prior to licensing, the individual expecting to receive this license must complete Eucharistic Visitor Training conducted by their rector/priest-in-charge and complete Safe Church Training. Contact Deacon Barbara for more information.
Stephen Ministry: Stephen Ministers are lay congregation members trained to provide one-to-one care to those experiencing a difficult time in life, such as grief, divorce, job loss, chronic or terminal illness, or relocation. Contact Deacon Barbara for more information.
Calls/Visits: Join a team to make calls to parishioners, deliver flowers at Christmas to support parishioners who can’t come in person to church. Contact Julie for more information.
Property
Help keep our buildings and grounds beautiful. Contact Julie for more information.
Garden Guild: The Garden Guild is a work group committed to the beautification of the entire campus by clean-up, maintenance, planning, watering, weed control, trimming and manicuring our property.
Handy Guild: We are looking for women and men to join the Handyperson Guild. We do repair work around the Cathedral. We are looking for people with skills in painting, plumbing, electrical work or other areas & would like to use those talents at GHTC — or people who would like to learn!
Buildings and Grounds Committee: This committee meets every other month to discuss issues related to the Cathedral property.
Other Ministries
Cathedral Bookstore: The Cathedral Bookstore is open immediately before and after the 10:30 a.m. service. Volunteers assist customers when the Bookstore is open and help stock the Bookstore as needed. Contact Ken for more information.
Stewardship Committee: The primary responsibility of this group is to plan and execute the annual pledge campaign. Contact Dean Andy for more information.