Any Orthodox Christian boy in 3rd-12th grade is permitted to serve as an Acolyte (Altar Server) in the Holy Altar for Divine services. This is both a privilege and a serious commitment for both parents and boys who will serve.
If your boy isn't currently on a list but you would like him to be in an Altar Group please contact Fr. Emmanuel.
List of Acolyte Groups & Scheduled Date of Service
Altar Group 1 (Thrones) | Altar Group 2 (Powers) | Altar Group 3 (Seraphim) | Altar Group 4 (Archangels) | |
March 3 (Prodigal Son) |
x | |||
March 10 (Meatfare) |
x | |||
March 17 (Cheesefare) |
x | |||
March 24 (Sunday of Orthodoxy) |
x | |||
March 31 (St. Gregory Palamas) |
x | |||
April 7 (Sunday of the Cross) |
x | |||
April 14 (St. John of the Ladder) |
x | |||
April 21 (St. Mary of Egypt) |
x |
Please call the church office or Fr. Dn. Emmanuel to have your boy(s) added to an Altar Group.
Refer to this guide to learn more: Altar Server Guide