Volunteer

For even the Son of Man came not to be served, but to serve...

Mark 10:45

The Volunteer Ministry exists to equip Chapel members and regular attendees to serve the church in the areas the Lord has gifted you.

Here, you'll find information about various ways you can contribute your unique gifts and skills to enrich the body of Christ and respond to immediate needs.

Many opportunities also allow you to build relationships with other believers as you serve.

Three Ways to Explore Opportunities


  1. Explore ways you can jump in and Serve Anytime
  2. Match Your Gifts & Interests by exploring different categories and types of service.
  3. Apply Specific Skill Sets & Expertise by exploring skill-based needs.

Serve Any Time!

It's a wonderful thing to be able to show up and serve any time—without permission, training, or a big commitment.  And we want to be a church where we live our lives seeing and serving in any way we can!

Here are a few ideas to get you started...
Stop By, Jump In & Serve On Your Own Schedule
Serve the church any time you're available in the various ways. No need to check in with someone first. Just jump in and serve!

  • Straightening chairs
  • Cleaning up after services
  • Do the dishes
  • Spot clean carpets
  • Setting up/taking down tables for Fellowship Meals
  • Tidying up closets and storage areas
  • Taking out the trask
  • Doing light landscaping tasks  
  • Other tasks you notice and want to do!
Fellowship Meals
We always need help before and after our First Sunday Fellowship Meals. The following tasks (and more) is done every mont, and many hands make light work! Here's how you can help:

Setup between 11:25am and 11:50am.
  • Setup tables and chairs
  • Help decorate tables
  • Move crockpots and oven dishes from kitchen to the tables in the Sunday School room
  • Make coffee and fill water jugs

Clean up around 1:30pm.
  • Clear and clean tables
  • Put away tables and chairs
  • Move dishes back to the kitchen 
  • Wash and dry dishes
  • Take out the trash
  • Sweep floors
  • Vacuum carpets

Match Your Gifts & Interests

Explore and discover opportunities to get involved that match your unique gifts and interests.  
Whether you're interested in serving in an ongoing role or occassionally as your schedule allows, there's a place for you!

At the Chapel, anyone is welcome to jump in and serve at any time!

Host & Welcome Others
God has made us for relationships, and there are many opportunities for you to host, welcome and be a part of moments that help people to know one another:

Join the Welcome Ministry and jump on the schedule when you can to:
  • Welcome new guests to the Chapel
  • Greet people at the door and hand out bulletins
  • Training provided

Host a 125 Group:
  • Start a small group in your home and follow pre-prepared questions that allow people to know one another while applying the sermon each week. 
  • Find someone to start a group with you and share the hosting with another family.
  • Questions and guidelines provided

Role Model, Assist & Support
Get to know our youth and assist leaders:
  • Attend Youth Group on Sunday Nights
  • Attend College Group on Thursday Nights
  • Direction from leaders provided

Get to know our children and assist teachers:
  • Attend Adventure Club on Tuesday nights
  • Join the Children's Ministry Team and jump on the schedule to assist during Sunday School as you're available
  • Come and help at Summer VBS in June and Winter VBS after Christmas 
  • Direction from Director of Children's Ministry provided

Or, build an ongoing relationship with a Missionary by:
  • Checking in and praying for one of the Chapel's missionaries
  • Being a part of the Missions team that periodically helps with missions needs and questions
Hospitality
Showing hospitality to others is a true gift of love and service, and there are many ways you can do so here at the Chapel:

  • Join the Coffee Ministry and jump on the schedule when you're available to make coffee and serve pastries on Sundays
  • Bring a meal or dessert to First Sunday Fellowship Meals
  • Come early to setup or stay late to clean up before or after any service or activity you attend
  • Join the Helping Hands Ministry to serve others in specific and meaningful ways
Planning
Gifted at making a plan and organizing tasks and people? Here are some ways you can serve:

  • Plan and organize youth group and college ministry activities (ideas both provided and welcome)
  • Plan community-wide activities, including Summer BBQ, Sadar Dinner, Christmas Eve cookies, themed Fellowship Meals, and more.
Fixing, Repairing, & Improving Our Facilities
If you're gifted with your hands and enjoy being a part of improving facilities, there are ample ways to serve!

If this is you, mark your calendar for the Annual Church Work Day in August and get your hands dirty! Your help is needed.

And come on over as you're available to:

  • Spot clean carpets any time
  • Work on the landscaping and outdoor facilities
  • Take out the trash (yes, it always seems to be full!)
  • Join the facilities team and be called upon to make repairs as they're needed
Office Help
If you enjoy steady, methodical office tasks, there are a variety of ways you can help:

  • Scan old documents (before the pile on Chris's desk gets too big!)
  • Organize office and ministry supplies
  • Fold bulletins on Saturday or before the 8:30 service


Sign up to serve
Notice that many of these opportunities are simple! All they require is someone who is willing to see the need and step in to help.

We want to be a church where we live our lives seeing and serving one another in any way we can!

Contribute Specific Skills & Expertise

Use your specific skills, experience, and expertise to help serve the church.

Sound Board Operation
We're looking for multiple people with sound tech experience to join the team and jump on the schedule to help run our sound board during Sunday services.


Here’s what’s involved:
  • Role: Manage audio mixing during live church services 
  • Skills Needed: Familiarity with digital sound boards (e.g., EQ, gain structure, channel routing, muting/unmuting).
  • Time Commitment: Sundays at 8:30 AM or 10:00 AM service, and at occasional special events or rehearsals.
  • Team: You’ll be on the Music Team and work directly with Chris.
Office 365 Support
We're looking for someone with Microsoft 365 experience to help improve set up and support our church's digital tools.

Here’s what’s involved:
  • Role: Assist with the licensing, setup, configuration, and ongoing support of our Office 365 environment (including Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive).
  • Skills Needed: Familiarity with Office 365 administration (user accounts, permissions, basic troubleshooting, and best practices) for both Mac and PC
  • Time Commitment: Flexible hours—can be done remotely, with occasional on-site help if needed.
  • Team: You'll collaborate primarily with Chris and Patti and will support other pastors and volunteers.
Cyber Security
We're looking for someone with cybersecurity expertise to help assess and strengthen our church’s digital safety.

Here’s what’s involved:
  • Role: Evaluate current systems, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend or implement basic cybersecurity measures to protect church data and communication tools.
  • Skills Needed: Knowledge of common cybersecurity risks, best practices for small organizations, and experience with tools like antivirus, firewalls, password management, and phishing prevention.
  • Time Commitment: Flexible schedule—initial assessment followed by occasional check-ins or updates as needed.
  • Team: You'll work primarily with Chris and Patti.
Builders & Building Repair Experts
We're always needing skilled builders and repair experts to lend their talents to ongoing and upcoming church building projects, under Ryan's direction.

Here’s what’s involved:
  • Role: Assist with construction, renovation, and repair projects—ranging from small fixes to larger facility improvements.
  • Skills Needed: Experience in areas like carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, drywall, or general home maintenance.
  • Time Commitment: Project-based and flexible—opportunities vary from one-time help to ongoing involvement.
  • Team: You’ll work primarily with our Deacon, Ryan.
Security Team
The Security Team is looking for a few more committed members to join the team and provide physical safety and security for Chapel members and attendees on Sunday mornings under John's direction.

Training is provided.

Here’s what’s involved:
  • Role: Monitor parking lot and building cameras and walk through spaces during services to ensure it is safe.
  • Skills Needed: Training in the areas of gun safety, threat identification and mitigation, and other essential skills.
  • Time Commitment: Join the monthly schedule and provide security and one service per month, estimated.
  • Team: You’ll work primarily with John and the other team members.

Learn more or sign Up to Serve

Volunteer FAQ

How do I volunteer?

Click the Sign Up to Serve button, share the ways you're interested in serving, and someone will connect with you with the person leading that particular area. 

How do I volunteer with kids?

You can assist Sunday School teachers and be assigned to Sunday Services without formal training. Once you express interest, you'll talk with the ministry leader to be approved, and get on the schedule (per your availability). To become a teacher, you must be a member for at least 6 months and go through a background check.

Can I really serve any time?

Yes! The Chapel is closed on Mondays, but there are always activities happening throughout the week. View the Serve Anytime section, and show up any time to serve.  

How do I volunteer with youth and young adults?

You can always come to Youth Group or College Group and assist leaders. When you come, consider yourself a Christ-like role model, there to build relationships, support our youth and young adults, and assist with activities of all kinds.


Questions about volunteering?

We'd love to clarify volunteering opportunities and answer your questions.
Please reach out to learn more and find ways to serve the church.

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