Altar Boys | Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption
WEBAn Altar Boy or Acolyte is someone who is privileged to serve in the Holy Sanctuary where the Holiest of the Holies are present and where the Lord dwells. The Altar Boy must receive a special blessing from the priest to serve in the Holy Altar.
Why Orthodox Churches Have Altar Boys - Greek Boston
WEBLearn about the tradition and function of altar boys, also known as acolytes, in Greek Orthodox services. Find out how they assist the priests and deacons, what they wear, and how they are trained.
Altar Boys — Taxiarchae/Archangels Greek Orthodox Church
WEBLearn how to serve as an Altar Boy in this Orthodox parish in New Jersey. Altar Boys assist clergy in celebrating services, clean the church, and chant Orthros.
Altar Boys — Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Ascension
WEBAltar Boys. Serving in the Altar is an important opportunity for the boys and young men in our community lead through service. As Altar servers they learn about the Divine Services of our Church and assist the clergy in the services. This is a sacred responsibility through which they will become examples to our community.
Altar Boys - Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral
WEBLearn about the role and importance of altar boys or acolytes in the Orthodox Church services. Find out how to register your sons to serve in the altar and what vestments and duties they have.
Altar Boys/Acolytes - Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox …
WEBTime Commitment: Altar boys serve every Sunday as well as Holy Week, Pascha and major feast days of the Church. Membership: Young Greek Orthodox men from eleven years of age through high school. Activities: Altar boys learn the meaning and order of each Divine Liturgy through repetitive participation in those services.
Altar Boys | Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Saint Paul
WEBThe Altar Boy program has been an integral part of the St. Paul’s ministry. The young men of our community have had a unique opportunity to actively participate in the liturgical life of the church by assisting the clergy at the Holy Altar.
Altar Boys | Dormition of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church
WEBLearn about the rules and regulations for serving as an Altar Boy or Acolyte in the Holy Sanctuary of the Greek Orthodox Church. Find out how to prepare yourself, what to do and what to avoid during the Divine Liturgy and other services.
Altar Boys — Saint Catherine Greek Orthodox Church
WEBAltar Boys. The role of the Altar Boy remains a genuine and vital one in the Eucharistic Assembly of the faithful, as well as in other services. He stands ready to serve God in this capacity.
Altar Boys | Assumption Greek Orthodox Church Κοίμησις της …
WEBBoys, ages 8 and up are encouraged to become altar boys. Serving the throne of God is the work of angels. Serving the Holy Altar is exactly the same, since the Holy Table in the center of the altar represents the Throne of God and the Tomb of Christ.