St.John's Fellowship Groups
Fellowship Groups meet regularly for food and fellowship, teaching, worship, prayer, and fun! Fellowship Groups are led by members who are not necessarily in full-time ministry.
Becoming a member of a fellowship group provides an ideal place to grow as a disciple of Jesus and become involved in every aspect of the church’s life. It is the most effective way of enabling any individual member to grow in maturity and be actively involved in the church.
First Monday Book Club
Meets in person and on Zoom the first Monday of the month for an in-depth book discussion and fellowship. Contact contact Becky Nickels at ranickels@wowway.com with questions.
Women's Bible Study
This group is studying the Gospel of Mark using a book by N.T. Wright, in his “For Everyone Bible Studies.” Books are $10—contact Becky Nickels at ranickels@wowway.com to get a copy. Please join us in person or online via Zoom from 9:30 to 11 a.m. on Wednesday mornings.
Thursday Morning Men's Devotional
This dedicated group of men gathers weekly to share their lives and support their faith journeys. After an intentional time of coffee and fellowship, they read and discuss a selection of books, ranging from spiritual classics to contemporary devotional books.
This group meets in the Gathering from 9:30 to 11 a.m. for fun and fellowship. Newcomers are welcome. For information, contact Hadyn Notestine at hnotestine2@gmail.com.
Saturday Mornig Men's Study Group
This group is holding a Hybrid meeting, in person and via Zoom, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. They have a good time socially, intellectually challenging time, and spiritually supportive time. For information, contact Howard Zuckerman at hzuck1@yahoo.com.
St.John's Ministry Groups
A “ministry” is any specific effort to serve, teach, or reach a specific group of people. Church ministry is important because it helps develop relationships between God's people and the church.
St. John's Ministry Groups serve to connect, empower, and teach the members of the church.
Contact the parish administrator if you are interested in joining any of the St. John's Ministry Groups.
Email: admin@stjohnsplymouth.org
Phone: 734-453-0190
Eucharistic Ministers
Eucharistic Ministers assist the priest by offering wine to the worshipers.
Eucharistic Visitors 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, could not be present at the Celebration of the Eucharist.
Lay Readers
We use lay readers to bring the word of God to the congregation by reading aloud the scriptures from the Bible.
The usual format is that one Lector reads scripture from the Old Testament, then the assigned Psalm, and invites the congregation to join in the reading. A second Lector then reads from the New Testament.
Acolytes
Serving as an Acolyte in the church is a very visible and important ministry to our parish. The word "acolyte" comes from the Greek word Ako lout hos, which means a servant, follower, or companion. The acolyte assists the deacons, priests, and bishops in celebrating the liturgies.
At St. John's, acolytes help ensure that the liturgies go smoothly and assist the Clergy in celebrating the sacraments.
Altar Guild
Members prepare for services by setting out the appropriate linens and vessels, wine, water, and wafers and also maintaining and cleaning vessels and linens.
Greeters and Ushers
Whether welcoming visitors in at the entrance or providing direction and assistance in the midst of a service, our greeters and ushers extend the hospitality of St. Andrew’s to members and visitors alike.
Coffee Hour Hosts
Each week volunteers prepare and serve coffee and treats in the Gathering after our 10 a.m service
Counters
Counters are responsible for talling the gifts given at the 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. services. They assure all gifts are recorded using accepted best practices.
Tech Team
The Tech Team is responsible for the Livestream broadcast of our 10 a.m. Sunday Service and other services throughout the year.
Get in Touch
Interested in joining a group?
Email admin@stjohnsplymouth.org to get details.