FIND YOUR PLACE TO SERVE
Volunteer Ministries of Our Episcopal Church
[Image: St. John's Episcopal Church 2027 Stewardship Campaign banner with stained glass windows and a cross]
St. John's Episcopal Church
2027 Stewardship Campaign
A Place to Belong. A Mission to Share.
Why We Serve
“There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit.”
Serving isn't about having the perfect skills. It is about using the gifts God has given us to worship, welcome, encourage, and care for one another.
Serving God • Serving Others • Building Community
✦ Altar Guild
- Prepares the altar and sanctuary for worship
- Sets out communion vessels, linens, candles, and other worship items
- Helps care for sacred spaces and materials
- Works behind the scenes to help worship run smoothly
A GREAT FIT FOR…
Someone who enjoys organization, preparation, beauty, and meaningful behind-the-scenes service.
WHY IT MATTERS
Your careful preparation helps create a reverent space for worship.
Sound and Audio Visual
- Sets up the sound system.
- Sets up the live stream for Sunday Worship.
- Shares Worship materials online during the live stream.
- Responds to online interaction in real time during the worship service as needed.
A GREAT FIT FOR…
Someone who enjoys computer programs, technical work, social media and troubleshooting
WHY IT MATTERS
Your work during worship helps make sure St. John’s reaches those who cannot come to us.
▤ Lay Readers
- Reads the appointed Scripture lessons during worship
- Helps proclaim God's Word to the congregation
- Serves according to the church's worship schedule
A GREAT FIT FOR…
Someone who enjoys reading aloud and participating actively in worship.
WHY IT MATTERS
You help God's Word be heard clearly by the whole congregation.
✚ Chalice Bearers
- Assists the priest during Holy Communion
- Serves the consecrated wine to members of the congregation
- Helps create a welcoming and reverent communion experience
A GREAT FIT FOR…
Someone who feels called to serve during the Eucharist.
WHY IT MATTERS
You help make Holy Communion a welcoming experience for everyone.
† Acolytes
- Assists clergy during worship
- May carry the cross, candles, or other liturgical items
- Helps with processions and other parts of the service
A GREAT FIT FOR…
Children, youth, and adults who enjoy being an active part of worship.
WHY IT MATTERS
You bring energy, reverence, and visible participation to worship.
☺ Ushers
- Welcomes people as they arrive
- Helps visitors feel comfortable
- Distributes bulletins and assists with seating
- Helps with the offering and practical needs during worship
A GREAT FIT FOR…
Friendly, welcoming people who enjoy meeting and helping others.
WHY IT MATTERS
A warm welcome can be someone's first experience of our church family.
♡ Oblation Bearers
- Brings the bread and wine to the altar during the Offertory
- Represents the congregation in presenting these gifts
- Helps connect our offering with our worship
A GREAT FIT FOR…
Individuals or families who would enjoy participating in this meaningful part of the service.
WHY IT MATTERS
This visible act reminds us that we bring our gifts to God.
Coffee Hour Hosts
- Prepares and serves refreshments after worship
- Creates a welcoming environment for fellowship
- Helps clean up afterward
- Provides an opportunity for members and visitors to connect
A GREAT FIT FOR…
People who love hospitality, conversation, and bringing people together.
WHY IT MATTERS
Hospitality helps turn worship into community and friendship.
Yard Crew
- Helps maintain the church grounds
- Gardening, trimming, planting, raking, and general outdoor upkeep
- Helps keep the church property beautiful and welcoming
A GREAT FIT FOR…
Anyone who enjoys being outdoors and working with their hands.
WHY IT MATTERS
Caring for our property is another way we care for the people who enter it.
Outreach Committee
- Looks beyond our church walls to serve the wider community
- Identifies needs and opportunities for service
- Organizes or supports ministries that serve others
- Builds relationships with community organizations
A GREAT FIT FOR…
People with a heart for serving neighbors and making a difference.
WHY IT MATTERS
We live out the Gospel by sharing God's love beyond our congregation.
♡ Inreach Committee
- Focuses on the needs of our church family
- Helps members feel connected and cared for
- Welcomes newcomers and helps them become part of the church community
- May organize fellowship, care, and connection opportunities
A GREAT FIT FOR…
People who love people and want to strengthen our church family.
WHY IT MATTERS
A healthy church is one where people know they belong and are cared for.
♡ Children's Chapel
- Helps lead and support children during Children's Chapel
- Assists with Bible stories, prayers, songs, and activities
- Helps create a welcoming and age-appropriate worship experience
- Supports children as they learn about God's love and the Episcopal tradition
A GREAT FIT FOR…
Adults, youth, parents, grandparents, and anyone who enjoys nurturing children's faith.
WHY IT MATTERS
Children's Chapel gives children a space where they can experience worship in a way they can understand and participate in.
✦ Godly Play
- Helps children explore Scripture and faith through storytelling
- Supports the Godly Play environment and activities
- Helps children wonder, ask questions, and discover meaning
- Encourages children to develop their own relationship with God
A GREAT FIT FOR…
People who enjoy storytelling, working with children, and helping children explore their faith.
WHY IT MATTERS
Godly Play gives children room to wonder, listen, ask questions, and experience God's story for themselves.
Where Do You See Yourself?
WORSHIP
Altar Guild • Sound/Audio Visual • Lay Readers • Chalice Bearers • Acolytes • Oblation Bearers
WELCOME & FELLOWSHIP
Ushers • Coffee Hour Hosts • Inreach Committee
SERVICE & STEWARDSHIP
Outreach Committee • Yard Crew
Serving God • Serving Others • Building Community
THERE IS A PLACE FOR EVERYONE
You don't have to do everything.
You don't have to know everything.
You simply have to be willing to share your time, your gifts, and your heart.
“Serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received.”
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