Church usher
# Church usher

In many denominations of the Christian Church, a Church usher (not to be confused with church greeter) is responsible for seating guests and maintaining the order and security of services. The role of a church usher is typically a volunteer position, and in the past was often considered one of honor, particularly if a church committee selects an usher by a nomination.

## History

The concept of an usher is not new. In the Old Testament, there were positions addressed as "Doorkeepers" or "Gatekeepers", and their roles were very $similar.^{(2Kings22:4)(1Chronicles9:17-27)(Psalms84:10)}$

## Organization

Churches often have a group of people that work as ushers led by a head usher. The ushers typically receive their instructions from the head usher. The head usher receives instructions directly from the pastor and is responsible for training and scheduling ushers.

### Dress

Traditionally ushers wore three piece suits. In most contemporary churches, a more casual dress style has become acceptable.

## Duties

The church usher has various duties. Depending on the church's denomination, size, and preferences, ushers may perform some or all of the following:

* Seat guests
* Collect the tithes and offering
* Invite the faithful forward to receive communion in rotation
* Keep order at the entrance of the sanctuary
* Distribute bulletins and service programs
* Handle disturbances
