Worship Matters
Worship Matters – Acolytes and the Crucifer
Acolytes and the Crucifer are important leaders of our worship services. The crucifer is the one who carries the processional cross leading the procession. All worshipers should keep their eyes on the processional cross as the processional and recessional hymns are sung. The acolytes follow the processional cross and they carry in the processional torches. Candles have long been an important part of liturgical worship. Originally, candles brought light to dark unheated sanctuaries so that readings could be read, and the meal could be celebrated. No longer needed for light, they have become symbols of Christ's presence with us. At Zion, the acolytes and the crucifers are most often the youth of the church. It is often their first opportunity to participate in leadership in church. Why not take the opportunity to thank them for their service.
Acolytes and the Crucifer are important leaders of our worship services. The crucifer is the one who carries the processional cross leading the procession. All worshipers should keep their eyes on the processional cross as the processional and recessional hymns are sung. The acolytes follow the processional cross and they carry in the processional torches. Candles have long been an important part of liturgical worship. Originally, candles brought light to dark unheated sanctuaries so that readings could be read, and the meal could be celebrated. No longer needed for light, they have become symbols of Christ's presence with us. At Zion, the acolytes and the crucifers are most often the youth of the church. It is often their first opportunity to participate in leadership in church. Why not take the opportunity to thank them for their service.
