There’s a spot for everyone, no matter what your skill or passion. And not only is it rewarding to see your service help other people, but it’s also just fun!
Check out our serving opportunities page for more information. If you are not sure of where you could serve, then let us know. We would love to have a conversation with you in order to get to know your gifts and talents!
Kids Ministries
Volunteers can serve weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly.
Do you have a heart for children and a passion for sharing God’s love? Our Kids Ministry is looking for dedicated volunteers to help guide and inspire the next generation. Whether you’re gifted in teaching, storytelling, crafts, or simply love connecting with kids, there’s a place for you on our team! The Sunday morning kids program runs during both the 9:30 AM and 11:15 AM Sunday service for children ages 3 – grade 5.
Why Serve?
Your Time + Your Heart = A Changed Life
We can’t wait to serve alongside you!
The nursery here at Emmanuel provides care for kids ages 0 – 36 months old each service. Children will be cared for while you enjoy the service. Nursery volunteers will be scheduled on a one-month rotation to interact and play with kids during the worship service. They need to enjoy young kids and feel comfortable working together with a team.
Student Ministries
Volunteers can serve weekly.
This ministry exists to provide an open and safe place for students in grades 6-12 to grow in their love for God and for one another in a fun and engaging environment. Team involvement may include: investing in students’ lives, leading small groups, participating in weekly and annual events, making meals, and biblical learning.
Adult Ministries
Volunteers can serve weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly.
Equips men to take on their God-given responsibility in their home, church, and community by mentoring them into a deeper walk with Jesus Christ. We do this through inclusive environments like Momentum, Thrive Men’s Gatherings, and LifeGroups.
We are looking for dependable people looking to joyfully serve in various ways. These volunteers serve at our Momentum and Thrive Men’s Gatherings. This would include set up or take down, serving food and drinks, clean up in the kitchen, and assisting at the registration table or as facility host.
Women’s Ministry aims to empower all women of Emmanuel through meaningful spaces aimed to root their faith in Christ, foster Spirit-filled lives, and learning to bear fruit as they walk through the daily mission of their homes, neighbourhoods, and communities.
We are always looking for dependable women who are excited to serve the women of our church and reach others in our community. There are many opportunities to serve! Some examples include event set-up and take-down, kitchen assistance, greeting women who are attending events, and leading LifeGroups.
At Emmanuel, the purpose of a LifeGroup is to develop mature Christ-followers by connecting people to God and each other. The LifeGroup defines four main actions which are: pray, reach, care, and empower.
LifeGroups is looking for a follower of Christ who has leadership qualities such as: being responsible with time management, having the capacity to care for others and to have fully completed training sessions alongside their LifeGroup Coach. The volunteer LifeGroup leader will connect with group members between gatherings, will allow 1-3 hours a week for preparation, and will commit to participate in Leadership Development opportunities throughout the year.
Care
Vounteers can serve regularly, or as needed.
Care Ministries works together on many different teams to coordinate care for members of our congregation. We provide support and encouragement in appropriate ways to people who are facing illness, grieving the loss of a loved one, dealing with the challenges of aging, or dealing with any other difficult situation.
The ministries you can get involved in are:
Creative Arts
Volunteers can be as-needed or on a rotation.
The Creative Arts ministry captures the essence of the church (who we are and what we believe) through photography and video and shares it with the world to invite people to come join us at Emmanuel.
We are looking for a volunteer who can: take direction, continually be learning, and work well both on a team and on their own. You can sign up for church events and/or Sunday morning services to take either pictures or videos. Following the event, and if you are familiar with the photo editing application called ‘Lightroom’, feel free to edit the photos based on the theme of the Sunday, or send them to Shelby and she will take it from there.
Facility Maintenance
Volunteers can serve on an as-needed basis.
The Facilities Team provides maintenance and improvement to our building and grounds. They are the “behind-the-scenes” crew. Painting, cleaning, fixing, and building projects are just some of the things needed to be done. Flexible hours at all times during the week are available to fit your schedule.
Library
Volunteers can serve on a 4-week rotation.
Emmanuel is searching for organized leaders who are passionate for books and reading! Volunteers will assist visitors with checking out library items. Reach out to us for more information.
Prayer
Volunteers can be as-needed or on a rotation.
There are several different prayer teams you can join. Including, the Prayer Chain, praying for individual Pastors, sermon prep, or the Ministry Council, and praying for various events and situations.
Worship Production
Volunteers can serve on a once-a-month basis.
The Production Team has a wide variety of roles from entry level to highly qualified; there’s a place for everyone. On this team you will receive a fun community, discipleship, and an area to serve God and the church using varying forms of technology. Roles include media, lights, stage managing, audio, camera operating, photography, camera switching, and producing.
We don’t expect that you would know what these all mean, so if you’re even a little bit interested in finding out more, let us know and we can connect you with a ministry leader!
Welcome Team
Volunteers can serve on a monthly basis.
This team provides a smiling face, a warm handshake, and a friendly welcome to make people feel at home at Emmanuel – while also acting as a quick information reference for first-time guests.
The Ushers assist inside the sanctuary. They help provide assistance in finding space and providing help where needed.
This team serves the church family by maintaining a popular gathering spot in the church—the coffee cart. Each week they set up, keep the coffee, tea, and water flowing, and clean up.
The first impression of the morning when visitors arrive at church. Outside in all weather, these are the people who help find parking spots, assist young families into the building and provide a warm initial welcome to the church.
Meals Ministry
Volunteers can serve on an as-needed basis.
Our Meals Ministry works to provide practical care to those in need. Those that volunteer in this ministry can help with meal preparation with fresh and frozen meals or volunteer to deliver meals to those that are in need.
Worship Music
Volunteers can serve on a once-a-month basis.
Emmanuel is proud to offer both contemporary and traditional styles of sung-worship. Within this range, there are many areas to serve at varying levels of skill.
Please note, musicians must have a firm understanding and level of skill with their respective instruments. Positions in the band include:
Our choir serves from fall through spring, taking the summer off. If you can carry a tune, we would love to have you join!
Other
We are always looking for people with special talents, abilities, or passions. To be clear, if you have a talent (and you do!), God will put it to use. Some of the most common skills and abilities we need are:
If you have an ability or passion you would like to put to use, please contact the church.