FCC Anticipated Ministry Opportunities 2021

We encourage you to prayerfully explore the ministry opportunities listed below, and note your choices on your commitment card. We apologize if there are ministries we have failed to include; please let us know in the church office, and write these in on your card. Please note that we cannot guarantee some positions will be available; positions like Elder and Deacon are nominated positions. Nevertheless, it is helpful to know who is interested in these positions, and we will do our best to connect you with the ministry opportunities to which you feel called!

Worship Ministries

101

Deacon

Facilitate worship by serving communion, collecting offerings, etc

102

Worship Leader

Offer the call to worship and invocation at our 11 AM worship service

103

Handbell Choir Member

Bring the gift of special handbell music to enliven our 11 AM worship service

104

Choir Member

Lead us in praising God at our 11 AM worship service through the gift of music

105

Band Member

Lead us in praising God at our 9 AM worship service through the gift of music

106

Technology Assistant

Help us utilize A/V resources for facilitating worship and special events

107

Sanctuary Organization/Cleanup

Collect bulletins, unused offering envelopes, etc to keep our sanctuary looking tidy and inviting

Evangelism & Welcome Ministries

201

Welcome Team - Greeting

Welcome guests and members alike with smiles, warmth, and friendly conversation

202

Nametag Coordinator

Help facilitate the regular practice of nametag wearing by managing nametags and encouraging their use

203

Sending Cards to Visitors

Follow up with our guests by writing and sending words of gratitude and welcome

204

Kitchen Angels

Facilitate Sunday morning fellowship by preparing and serving snacks and coffee

205

Social Media Evangelist

Help get the word out online about worship, fellowship and service opportunities with FCC

Outreach Ministries

301

Outreach Team Planning Member

Help coordinate the faithful distribution of our outreach funds to people and programs in need

302

Respite Care Volunteer

Spend time with, and provide care for, our Friday respite care guests

303

Respite Care Food Prep/Delivery

Provide occasional meals for our respite care guests on Fridays

304

Weekend Food for Kids Volunteer

Help sort and bag food for delivery to children in need at Brawner Intermediate School

305

Adopt-a-School Planning Team

Help chart a course for our servant relationship with Baccus Elementary School

306

Adopt-a-School Reading Mentor

Bless children through the gift of presence and reading

307

Adopt-a-School Special Events Volunteer

Help out with special initiatives designed to bless the children and faculty of Baccus Elementary

308

Alternative Gift Fair: Planning Team

Help plan and carry out our annual Alternative Gift Fair, where helping organizations offer gifts with a purpose

309

Alternative Gift Fair: Volunteer

Help organize products or manage sales at our annal Alternative Gift Fair

310

Ada Carey Caring Closet Volunteer

Support women and families in transition by helping to manage donations of home goods

311

Blood Donor

Help give the gift of life and health by donating blood at one or more of our monthly blood drives

Youth Ministries

401

Wednesday Evening Youth Group Volunteer

Be present with our youth, offer care, and model Christian discipleship for the next generation of Christian leaders

402

Wednesday Evening Youth Meal Prep

Provide a meal for our young people, allowing them to break bread together before a youth group meeting

403

Mission Trip Volunteer

Accompany our young people for a week as they venture out to serve and grow in the name of Jesus

404

Camp Counselor

Journey with our young people through a week of worship, learning, fellowship and fun at our beautiful camp in East TX

405

Camp Bus/Car Driver

Help our children and youth travel safely to and from an amazing experience at Disciples Crossing in Athens, TX

406

Youth Sunday School Teacher

Help our youth learn about scripture, theology and faith through Bible lessons, discussions, and hands-on activities

407

Youth Special Events Volunteer

Help to decorate, cook, or clean for our fundraisers, lunches, or other large events

408

Youth Group Host Home

Open your home or property for youth gatherings, pool parties, lake days, and other events as needed throughout the year

409

Chi-Rho Lead Sunday School Teacher

With support from the youth staff, deliver Sunday school lessons for our 6th-8th grade youth

410

Youth Sunday School Adult

Be present during the Sunday School hour, assisting in lesson facilitation and generally aiding the lead teacher

411

Youth Sunday School Substitute Teacher

Provide occasional leadership for our 6th-8th grade or 9th-12th grade classes

412

Youth Card Writer

Write cards to summer campers to remind them of their congregation's love and God's transformative grace

Children's Ministries

501

Children's Sunday School Team Member

Help our children explore faith through Sunday morning Bible lessons and related activities

502

Nursery Volunteer

Help create a warm, nurturing environment for our youngest friends

503

Vacation Bible School Volunteer

Spend a week of summer mornings providing a fun, educational, Spirit-filled experience for the children of our community

504

Children's Event Driver/ Chaperone

Accompany our children as they journey out for special off-site faith-building opportunities

505

Children's Special Events Volunteer

Help facilitate special learning, fellowship, and fun experiences for our children

506

Children's Ministry Admin Volunteer

Help with the behind-the-scenes work necessary to make our children's ministry events possible

507

Safe Sanctuary Policy/Training Contributor

Help us study and improve our policies for ensuring the safety of our children and youth

508

Angel Breakfast Volunteer

Help create a fun, meaningful experience at our December children's breakfast celebrating the birth of the Christ child

509

Easter Egg Hunt Volunteer

Stuff and hide eggs to provide a joyous Easter morning experience for our children

Adult Education & Fellowship Ministries

601

Adult Education Planning Team Member

Help cast a vision for our adult education ministry

602

Seasonal Small Group Facilitator

Lead a small discussion and prayer group, e.g. 2017's "Lenten Devotional Groups"

603

Sunday School Teacher

Guide our people in Bible study and theological reflection on Sunday morning

604

Sunday School Class Coordinator

Help your Sunday school class choose curriculum, share special events, and plan for the future

605

Special Topic Teacher

Lead a special session on a scriptural, theological, or life topic of interest to you

606

Disciples Women Leadership Team

Provide vision and coordination for this mission- and fellowship-oriented group of Christian women

607

Disciples Women Service Projects Volunteer

Lend your time and energy to the completion of one or more Disciples Women's mission projects

608

Disciples Women Card Writing

Write caring cards to persons struggling with grief, health issues, or other challenges

609

Disciples Men's Prayer Group Devotion Leader

Lead our Wed morning men's group in reflection and prayer

Property Ministries

701

Property Team Member

Help to coordinate our facility management efforts, so that our property can facilitate ministry for years to come

702

Facilities Management (lights, doors, etc)

Help turn off lights, lock doors, and turn off AC/heat after church on Sunday (or possibly on weekday evenings)

703

Mowing / Edging

Operate our tractor, zero-turn, and/or edger to keep our grounds looking attractive and inviting

704

Garden Plot Gardener

Adopt a garden plot and grow produce for your family or to share

705

Garden / Outdoor Worship Area Maintenance

Pull weeds, etc to keep our outdoor worship and garden areas in shape

Congregational Care Ministries

801

Elder

Serve as a spiritual leader and shepherd for our church community

802

Prayer Advocate

Commit to praying on a regular basis for the people of this congregation and our hurting world

803

Visitation Team

Go out and share the ministry of presence with persons who are hurting and/or homebound

804

Stewardship Team Member

Help guide us in managing our shared resources for equipping the church and building God's Kingdom on earth

805

New Member Shepherd

Help our newest members find their place in the life of our congregation

806

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Create shawls, blankets, and scarves that wrap hurting people in warmth and prayer

807

Bereavement Ministry Team - Funeral Food Prep

Bring love and grace into the life of grieving families by preparing snacks for pre- or post-funeral gatherings

808

Governance Task Force

Help our congregation operate more efficiently through updates to our bylaws and operational strategies

809

Financial Assistant / Money Counter

Help us keep track of the financial resources collected on Sunday morning

810

Newsletter / Bulletin Helper

Help in the office on Wed and/or Thu to fold/stuff newsletters and worship bulletins

811

Promotional Materials Manager

Manage the display of brochures, etc promoting our various ministry opportunities

812

Dinners for 8 Coordinator

Help facilitate relationship building by coordinating this long-running fellowship ministry

813

Library Volunteer

Help manage our amazing collection of literary resources, from theological dictionaries to works of fiction

814

Special Event Decorations

Help beautify our space for special meals, receptions, etc

815

Advent Decorations

Help people get into the spirit of Christmas by decorating our facility for the Advent season

816

Linens Care

Help wash and dry kitchen towels, table linens, etc

New Ministries

900