Floral arrangements at St. Stephen’s have been provided by devoted volunteers in the parish Flower Guild, carrying on a tradition that goes back to the earliest days of the parish. The work of the guild is a partnership between the donors who contribute money for flower memorials and thanksgivings, and members of the Guild who give their time to obtain the materials and create the arrangements.  The Flower Guild assists in the worship of the parish by providing and preparing flowers or greens at the altar and occasionally in other places in and outside the church building for all Sunday services, Holy Days and other special occasions. Only natural materials are used

The flowers in the church are funded entirely by donations from members and friends of the parish, not from the church operating budget. Flower donations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. If the date is already booked on the Sunday you want, you have the option of taking the nearest vacant Sunday or combining with another parishioner on the desired date.

The flowers at the altar are given by parishioners of St. Stephen’s to the glory of God and in the memory or thanksgiving for their loved ones. The Flower Guild is always aware of their generosity and the love it is allowed to share. This ministry is to try to show all the congregation how beautiful God’s creations can be and how great is his love for all of us. On Monday, the flowers from Sunday’ services are rearranged into smaller bouquets and taken to nursing homes and to shut ins.

Please join us for this ministry.

No experience is necessary and we’ll be glad to help you learn!