Usual Day/Time of Serving:
Varies
Serving Location:
Varies
How Often:
When work can be done
Description:
Working with Habitat for Humanity on building houses in Bloomington-Normal.
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
Work with Hands, compassion
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.
Usual Day/Time of Serving:
Sundays at 9:00 or 10:30
Serving Location:
Atrium Coffee Counter
How Often:
As often as you’d like
Description:
Serving coffee with a warm welcoming spirit, refilling supplies as needed, keeping the area clean.
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
Hospitality, friendly, conversational, outgoing
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.
Usual Day/Time of Serving:
Sundays at 9:00
Serving Location:
Hub Desk/Gym Entrance
How Often:
As often as you’d like
Description:
Hub Hosts will warmly welcome everyone who comes through the hub. They will also check in jr. and sr. high students for their Sunday school classes starting at 9:00 am.
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
Hospitable, energetic, people person
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.
Usual Day/Time of Serving:
Weekdays during office hours
Serving Location:
Welcome Center
How Often:
Varies, ideally once a week
Description:
Cover the phones/front desk and greet visitors, help with various office duties
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
Administration, welcoming, extroverted, computer knowledge helpful but not necessary
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.
Usual Day/Time of Serving:
Varies, as needs arise
Serving Location:
Varies
How Often:
Volunteer as able, as needs arise
Description:
Hearts and Hands is a group of volunteers that do odd jobs for our folks who are elderly, in need, or have disabilities. Some examples are: changing light bulbs, small home repairs, running errands, getting groceries, spending an hour or two as a companion, and other misc. jobs
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
Handyman skills, driving, empathy, compassion
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.
Usual Day/Time of Serving:
Friday Evenings
Serving Location:
Safe Harbor Homeless Shelter
How Often:
Sign up as you are able
Description:
Calvary provides a meal to the residents of Safe Harbor two Fridays each month. You can prepare the meal in their kitchen (or have the meal catered in) and then serve the residents at the evening meal. This is a great opportunity for small groups to serve together!
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
Cooking and Baking, Compassion, Serving, Detail Oriented, Friendly, Welcoming
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.
Usual Day/Time of Serving:
Friday Evenings
Serving Location:
Safe Harbor Homeless Shelter
How Often:
Sign up as you are able
Description:
Calvary provides a meal to the residents of Safe Harbor two Fridays each month. You can prepare the meal in their kitchen (or have the meal catered in) and then serve the residents at the evening meal. This is a great opportunity for small groups to serve together!
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
Cooking and Baking, Compassion, Serving, Detail Oriented, Friendly, Welcoming
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.
Usual Day/Time of Serving:
Varies with season
Serving Location:
Outside on the grounds
How Often:
Varies with season
Description:
Help cultivate a variety of foods to help supply food to agencies who need them.
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
gardening, outdoor work
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.
Usual Day/Time of Serving:
1-year commitment
Serving Location:
various
How Often:
Can vary
Description:
A mentor will be assigned to one student to pour into throughout the school year. This will require 1:1 meetings, praying for the student, and supporting them in any way they need throughout the school year.
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
Willing to invest in others, listener, encourager, authentic
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.
Usual Day/Time of Serving:
Sundays 9:00
Serving Location:
In the building, G3
How Often:
Can vary, weekly, 2-times per month, seasonally
Description:
Will follow a teaching outline to communicate key ideas to the group. Leads discussions and will guide students through reflection times.
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
A passion for kids, a passion for a variety of worship styles, ability to engage a large group of kids, a welcoming heart, ability to follow a lesson plan, ability to adapt to the needs of students
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.
Usual Day/Time of Serving:
Wednesdays 5:30-7:00
Serving Location:
In the building, Gym/Student Ministry Rooms
How Often:
Weekly during school year; can be flexible with weeks off
Description:
Lead our students toward Jesus by facilitating discussion in small groups of students. Discussions will be based around a lesson and discussion questions will be provided. Small group leaders will also be encouragers of the youth in their families and activities.
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
Listener, encourager, pursues a relationship with Christ, not afraid of difficult conversations
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.
Usual Day/Time of Serving:
Sunday mornings 9:00-10:00am/additional time as needed (serving time could be flexible)
Serving Location:
In the building, G4/G5
How Often:
Weekly during school year; can be flexible with weeks off
Description:
This position will help the youth learn how to lead worship through music. You will help guide the youth in song selection, practice time, and tech preparation. While this position is about music, it is primarily about discipleship making!
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
Christ follower (no need to be a Bible scholar!), passion for teaching youth, versatile music/instrument knowledge, basic computer knowledge
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.
Usual Day/Time of Serving:
Sundays 8:45-10:00am
Serving Location:
In the building, G4/G5
How Often:
Weekly during school year; can be flexible with weeks off
Description:
This support position will welcome youth as they come to Sunday morning Sunday school and help make all youth feel comfortable and make connections with the other youth. If able this person will provide basic tech support (running power point, etc...)
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
Christ follower (no need to be a Bible Scholar!), Good listening skills, Welcoming, Basic computer skills (not necessary)
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.
Usual Day/Time of Serving:
7:30-9:15 pm Wed nights during school year
Serving Location:
In the building; Gym/Student Ministry rooms
How Often:
Weekly during school year; can be flexible with weeks off
Description:
Lead our students toward Jesus by facilitating discussion in small groups of students. Discussions will be based around a lesson and discussion questions will be provided. Small group leaders will also be encouragers of the youth in their families and activities.
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
Christ follower (no need to be a Bible Scholar!), Coachable, Compassionate, Empathetic, Good listening skills, Welcoming
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.
Usual Day/Time of Serving:
Typically involves a monthly refresh of ministry spaces between teaching series. Prep time will vary by theme and season.
Serving Location:
Hands-on work will take place within the building. May involve prepping items ahead of time at the church or in your home
How Often:
Ongoing. Hands-on work will usually be once per month per ministry space
Description:
The Decorating Team will be responsible for “setting the stage” for our ministry spaces. This can include providing a stage decor and overall atmosphere and room appearance following guidance from the provided curriculum. Some members may be the creative drivers and others may be the helping hands.
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
A willingness to help, a creative spirit
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.
Usual Day/Time of Serving:
Before programming on Sunday mornings or Wednesday nights. (30 minutes serving). 8:40-9:05 AM Sundays (for nursery check-in), 10:10–10:35 AM Sundays, or 5:45–6:10 PM Wednesdays
Serving Location:
In the building, Atrium
How Often:
Can vary, weekly, 2-times per month, seasonally
Description:
This team is the first connection new families will usually have with Calvary or KidVenture. This team welcomes newcomers and their children, explains the check-in process, gathers basic information to create profiles for adults and kids in the computer system in order to create check-in badges and security pick-up tags, and answers questions about our programs. Team members may provide short tours of program and worship spaces. They also will print and distribute attendance reports to room leaders.
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
A welcoming heart, a willingness to help others, good communication skills, light computer skills
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.
Usual Day/Time of Serving:
9:00 Sunday, 10:30 Sunday
Serving Location:
In the building, 106, 107, 109
How Often:
Can vary, Monthly, as often as desired
Description:
Help care for our smallest children in a Christ-centered environment through active play, stories, music, and conversation. Along with the Nursery Staff Team, they help the children develop a sense of connection with their environment and teach them that God loves them.
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
A passion for caring for infants and toddlers, a welcoming heart, a willingness to help others
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.
Usual Day/Time of Serving:
9:00am or 10:30am Sunday or 6-7pm Wed
Serving Location:
In the building, L2/L4, 113/115
How Often:
Can vary, weekly, 2-times per month, seasonally.
Description:
Facilitates the “behind-the-scenes” aspects of programming, including music, lighting, sound, slide and video projection, etc.; Make sure devices are set up properly and turned on ahead of time and/or run tech during the program.
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
Enjoys technology and computers, a passion for detail, ability to follow a lesson plan while attending to tech needs of the lesson
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.
Usual Day/Time of Serving:
9:00am or 10:30am Sunday or 6-7pm Wed
Serving Location:
In the building, L2/L4, 113/115
How Often:
Can vary, weekly, 2-times per month, seasonally. Most people serve 2 or more times per month
Description:
Large Group Leader acts as the room host, engages the students in and reinforces the teaching points from the day’s lesson, and facilitates the worship experiences, including pre-recorded music and worship response. Musical ability is not a requirement. Requires Child Protection Training, including a criminal background check.
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
A passion for kids, a passion for a variety of worship styles, ability to engage a large group of kids, a welcoming heart, ability to follow a lesson plan, ability to adapt to the needs of students
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.
Usual Day/Time of Serving:
varies
Serving Location:
At the building
How Often:
as often as desired
Description:
Mows grass on the church grounds
Attributes that work well with this serving opportunity:
outside, handy
The “I’m Interested” link takes you to a short form. Once you fill out the form, a ministry leader will contact you with info on how to get involved in this area of serving.