I. PURPOSE
Perform duties of head usher.
II. DUTIES
A. Welcome members and visitors.
B. Accommodate the seating of those attending church services on Sunday morning and other occasions.
C. Ensure a comfortable environment for worship services (i.e., lights, microphones, fans, heating, ventilation).
D. Hand out bulletins and appropriate materials at services.
E. Oversee the collection of the offering and make it available to the Office Manager.
F. Count people in attendance at morning worship service and record in attendance book.
G. Assist at funerals and other special occasions as requested.
H. Be available to help people use the elevator to go up and down.
I. The continuing head usher:
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- Makes usher assignments for each Sunday and offers further explanation of the duties and etiquette involved to new ushers.
- Arranges for ushers to be present for special meetings, funerals, and community programs.
- Submits report for Annual Business Meeting.
III. ORGANIZATION
A. Accountable to: Church Council
B. Membership – Two persons, with one head usher selected annually by Gift Discernment for a two-year term.
Written: 10/89
Revised: 8/94, 7/96, 2/09, 3/15, 5/14, 5/22
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