Titusville Presbyterian Church
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HEAD USHER DUTIES

 Before the Service:

 The Head Usher should arrive no later than 10:45 am. 

  • Turn on lights in Sanctuary.

  • Turn on Heat/A.C. as necessary.

  • Turn on Microphones. (Switch on Balcony)

  • Arrange for an Acolyte for lighting/extinguishing candles, assist young children when lighting matches or using the brass lighter.

  • Candles should be lit during the organ prelude and extinguished during the Choral Response.

  • If no Acolyte, light candles prior to the organ prelude and extinguish after the service.   

  • Arrange for 4 ushers to collect offering.

  • Be on hand in the Narthex for anyone in need of assistance coming up the front steps or getting out of their cars. 

  • Assist in greeting and handing out bulletins.

  • Identify visitors, ask them to sign the registration book.  If they are not available, advise another acting Elder.

  • Count the number in attendance and log in the book located in the wooden chair.

After the Service:

  • Close windows and doors if necessary.

  • Turn off the lights/heat/A.C. in the Sanctuary, Basement and Bannerman Building.

  • Lock doors to Bannerman Building.

If you are unable to act as the head usher on a designated Sunday, please find a replacement. 

Please contact Barbara Gumbas at 609-637-9119 if you should have any questions regarding these duties.

Thank you for helping out!  Your assistance is greatly appreciated!!

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