Ministry & Service Opportunities
Although this section of opportunities to serve our Lord is very
broad in each person's ability, each and every volunteer is vital
to the success of the ministry that is done at Chapel of the Cross.
“For the body does not consist of one member but of many.”
1 Corinthians 12:14 Therefore, if you have a desire to serve in
any of these areas and are interested in becoming more involved
please call the church office.
- Altar Guild
Each week we prepare the altar for worship to include communion,
when appropriate, and clearing the altar at the conclusion of
worship.
- Andrew Pelley Library
Between services on Sunday morning we provide resources (books,
videos, etc) and services to members of the congregation to aid
in their study of God’s Word, Christian growth, and mission
awareness.
- Archives
Locating and arranging the past records of
the congregation to preserve them for future reference and research.
- Banner Creation
Making banners for all occasions including
baptisms and altar cloths.
- Chapel Circle (Lutheran Women’s Missionary League)
To bring together all ladies in the congregation
for Christian fellowship and to serve our Lord in His Church whenever
or wherever needed.
- Children’s Doodle Bags
Preparing bags of coloring pages and small
books to assist parents of small children during the worship service.
- Coffee Service
Preparation of coffee/tea/hot chocolate and
refreshments for fellowship between early worship service and Sunday
School/Bible class.
- Cradle Roll
Send baptismal remembrances to children on
their 1st, 2nd and 3rd baptismal anniversaries.
- Decorating Committee
People who enjoy working with others to adorn
the sanctuary with decorations for major holidays.
- Feed My Sheep
Provide food for the needy through the Oasis
Food Pantry and the Concordia Seminary Food Bank.
- Friendly Visitors
Teams visit members of Chapel who have an
extended illness, hospitalization, are bereaved, homebound, or
in a nursing home.
- Gardening Committee
To develop and maintain landscaped areas around
the church.
- Greeters
To make everyone who comes to Chapel feel
welcome and glad that they worshiped here.
- Handy Helpers
Opportunities to share skills & talents to
repair and maintain building and equipment.
- Keenagers
Seniors age 60 and over who enjoy fellowship
opportunities and visiting points of interest in and around the
community.
- Kitchen
Oversees the use of the kitchen area for special
events and other activities.
- LAFF (Lutherans After Fun and Fellowship)
Provide opportunities for fellowship/interaction
of members of Chapel to grow in their church family relationships.
- Meals of Comfort
Provides the set-up, serving, and clean-up
for luncheons following funerals at Chapel.
- Meals of Love
To provide home-cooked meals to those in special
need.
- Family Life Ministry
Supporting and equipping families for growing
in their relationship with Jesus Christ and one another in the
family. This includes all families whether dual parent or single
parent households. Special family seminars & group events throughout
the year will be announced.
- Ministry to Men
Provides Bible study, fellowship, service
and spiritual growth opportunities through group study, retreats
and special events for men.
- Ministry to Singles
A devotional, Bible study, social, support
and service group for singles desiring to grow in their relationship
with Jesus Christ and one another.
- Ministry to Women
A devotional book study, social and support
group for women of all ages desiring to grow in their relationship
with Jesus Christ, their families, friends, church, community
and other women. Book study meets Tuesday evenings in the fall
with special events throughout the year.
- Ministry to Young Couples
A devotional, study, social and support group
for younger, married couples including those who are soon to be
married.
- Missionary Watchers
A group committed to helping our congregation
stay aware of Lutheran missionary activities around the world
and involving ourselves in their support.
- Prayer Chain
A group of faithful members who use the power
of prayer to help those whose needs or situation can benefit from
God’s loving intervention.
- Ushers
Provides for orderly worship services through
bulletin dispersal, assistance in seating, offering collection
and communion assistance.
- VBS (Vacation Bible School)
Help to develop, coordinate & serve at Vacation
Bible School for children.
- Wacky Tackers (Quilters)
This group tacks (knots) quilts to be sent
through LCMS World Relief to those in need within third world
countries, and are sometimes utilized in cases of major disasters
worldwide.
- Welcoming Committee
Attend new member orientation. Welcome new
members by calling and/or visiting to introduce them to classes
and committees offered at Chapel. Coordinate articles for the
newsletter and photos for the bulletin board.
- Wheels of Love
Provides older adults with transportation
to and from worship service and for special needs when they arise.
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