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The Tale of the Faithful Acolyte: Father Matthew Presents


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The Tale of the Faithful Acolyte: Father Matthew Presents

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The Youth of St. Paul's Episcopal Church present "The Tale of the Faithful Acolyte." Observe the trials and tribulations of an Acolyte that has to make it on time. Part of the "Father Matthew Presents" series, a ministry of Matthew Moretz, Episcopal priest in Yonkers, NY. In Anglican churches such as The Episcopal Church in the US or The Church of England, altar servers are called acolytes and can be of any gender or age (usually 10 and up). An acolyte can assist in worship by carrying a processional cross, lighting candles, holding the Gospel book, holding candles or "torches", assisting a deacon or priest set up and clean up at the altar, swing incense or carry the incense boat, hand the offering plates to ushers, and many other tasks as seen fit by the priest or acolyte warden. The acolytes wear robes that differentiate them from the clergy, the lay Eucharistic ministers, or the choir, although they may appear quite similarly dressed. These robes can be called albs, cassocks, cottas or a combination of those items. The robe belt worn by many is called a cincture, and frequently reflects the color of the liturgical seasons. It is generally a twisted rope with knots on the ends and is secured around the waist. Wearing crosses or other special pins or symbols is the prerogative of the individual church. Usually the acolytes are ranked as they develop their abilities to serve - Trainees, Junior Acolytes, Senior Acolytes and Acolyte of Merit.

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Acolyte, Anglican, Christian, Church, Episcopal,

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