The Company of Servers

The Company of Servers was formed in the spring of 2009 for all who are servers in the Anglican Communion.

Membership is open to all ages, from the youngest, newest server, to those who have dedicated many years service. Members are known as Companions and become part of a national and international community of friendship, teaching, learning and support.

"Those who serve at the altar share in what is offered at the altar" 1 Cor.9.13

The Company of Servers hopes to raise not only an understanding of the hows and whys of serving but also encourage those who serve already to continue and feel valued. Through raising awareness of the ministry of those who serve at the altar it is hoped that others will begin to explore this essential role in the service of God and his Church.

Currently there are chapters in Bath & Wells, Exeter, London, Norwich, Ripon & Leeds, Salisbury, Southwark, St Albans and York. In addition, chapters are currently being formed in Chelmsford, Guildford and Manchester.

More details can be found at www.companyofservers.org

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Festival 2012

28th April 2012 
Third Festival and Annual General Meeting

The Company of Servers is preparing for the third national Festival since it was formed in May 2009.

The Festival will bring together members of Chapters from across the country and we hope to also welcome servers and clergy who are interested in joining the Company, or simply wish to support us on this special day.

The Festival will take place by kind permission of the Vicar and Churchwardens at Croydon Minster, Church Street Croydon CR0 1RN on 28th April 2012.

All members of the Company are welcome, as are all servers, clergy and supporters who wish to attend.

Festival Events

Noon Concelebrated Eucharist with Procession Principal Celebrant and Preacher: Canon Andrew Nunn SCP, Chaplain General. All servers (members and non-members) are welcome to robe (please bring whatever robes you usually wear in your own church and wear the Company Medal) for the service and join in the procession. All clergy are welcome to concelebrate (please wear alb and white stole). Parish banners to be carried in the procession will be very welcome! (please bring banner-stands so they can be displayed around the church).

Lunch
Please bring a packed lunch, to which servers, clergy, supporters and friends are all welcome. Drinks will be available, or supply your own!

2:00pm Annual General Meeting
Members, supporters and all interested parties are welcome to attend this meeting.

3:30pm Solemn Evensong and Benediction
The Festival will draw to a close with the service of Evensong, and culminate with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.

Company Medals
The Company Medal will be available for purchase by all companions for £5.

Further Details and Registration
For further details and to register please contact the festival co-ordinator: festival@companyofservers.org.