GENERAL USHER DUTIES

1. The lead usher or someone he/she appoints should be at the church no later than 8:15 AM. RING BELLS at 8:58.

2. Open the front doors (use hex key only), sanctuary doors, and turn on all lights and fans as needed.

3. Light the two center candles on the altar at 8:30.

4. Check the bulletin to see if pews need to be roped off for baptism or other special events.

5. Two ushers need to be in the narthex at all times except during the offering collection.

6. Hand out bulletins (including children's bulletins) and any other materials as worshipers arrive.

7. Note visitors and encourage them to sign the registry and attend coffee hour.

8. Count attendance. Use the green form with the bulletins to record attendance. This should then be placed with the offering envelopes.

9. Collect the offering from the congregation, including the offering collection from church school rooms.

10. Have a council officer lock the collection in the vault after the service.

11. Make sure all candles are extinguished.

12. Turn off all fans and lights (be sure to check the bathrooms).

13. Make sure all sanctuary and exterior doors are locked.

14. If there is an after-service function, make sure they know when you are leaving and that they are responsible for checking the exterior doors when they leave.

Note: The Team Lead is the first person listed on each team or someone they appoint.

If you are unable to usher when scheduled, please notify your Team Lead and/or Nora Schultz.

Please call Nora Schultz at 715-574-5854 with any questions. I will be happy to assist you.

IF YOU WISH 'TRAINING,' PLEASE CONTACT NORA SCHULTZ, AND I WILL ARRANGE.