Vestry
The Vestry is the "Board of Directors" for the parish corporation. The Vestry is the authoritative body of the congregation and is subject only to the Diocesan and National Church Canons. The Vestry is responsible for determininig the policies and goals of the congregation and is to communicate with the congregation about the goals, concerns, and functioning of the Church in the modern world. The Rector is a member of the Vestry and presides over meetings of the Vestry and congregation. Other members of the Vestry are elected by the ongregation at the Annual Parish Meeting. The duties of the Vestry and its officers are prescribed in the Canons (bylaws) of the diocese and in the charter and bylaws of the parish.
Acolytes
The purpose of the acolyte is to assist the priest during service on Sunday or when requested. Youth ages 8 and up, as well as, adults are encouraged to become acolytes.
Adult Choir
The choir serves as the song leaders each Sunday.
Altar Guild
Members of the Altar Guild are responsible for preparing the altar appropriately for serivces, which include putting out liturgical items, linens and special hangings for the appropriate season.
Ash Wednesday Service
A city-wide celebration of Ash Wednesday which gathers the clergy and parishioners of all Greensboro Episcopal parishes to celebrate the beginning of Lent.
Church School
Dedicated and experienced teachers meet with students from pre-school to adult each Sunday at 9:00AM. Living the Good News series is used for instruction, which goes along with the lessons used for the worship service.
Courtesies and Amenities Committee
The Courtesies and Amenities Committee is a functional group of the Episcopal Church Women that extends courtesies and amenities to parishioners and their families.
Episcopal Church Men (ECM)
The churchmen provide opportunities for fellowship, service and stewardship. They sponsor the Father's Day Celebration and assist with the Pancake Supper. They also oversee the maintenance of the church's building and grounds.
Episcopal Church Women (ECW)
The Church of the Redeemer Episcopal Church Women provides opportunities to assist the women of the church to carry on Christ's work of reconciliation, mission, and ministry in the community, nation and the world and to take their place in the life, governance and worship of the church through fellowship service and stewardship.
Episcopal Youth Committee (EYC)
EYC is a fellowship group composed of the youth of the church who gather for fun, and moral and spiritual growth. This ministry offers an opportunity to make a real impact in the spiritual journey of these young people.
Fannie S. Leary Yardsale
This is a time for gathering and preparing interesting foods and other articles for sale. It is also a time for fellowship and working together to increase the finances of the Church. This is always a shared activity of men and women working together.
Fellowship Hour
A time following worship for sharing food, friendship, fellowship and celebrating the many exciting ministries of the Redeemer.
Flowers
Flowers are placed on the altar to the Glory of God as an expression of devotion, thank-offerings and memorials. Flowers are given every Sunday in the year except the Sundays during the Lenten Season. At Christmas and at Easter, groups of parishioners are asked to give Poinsettias and Easter Lillies to be placed on the altar and in the windows.
Lay Readers
Lay readers are instructed by the clergy (with more extensive training for officiants) and take turns participating in services.
Parish Picnic
In the fall of each year, parishioners gather in a local park to celebrate Holy Communion. This time also provides the parish family with opportunities to come together in a fun and relaxing atmosphere to bring about spiritual nourishment, fellowship, sharing good food and good times with energy and/or creative ideas.
Usher Ministry
Ushers greet and extend a warm welcome to all attending, especially to newcomers and visitors. They distribute bulletins and help with seating. Ushers also take up the offering, provide a count of the congregation to the Priest and assist parishioners in moving to and from the altar rail during communion.