Serving

As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.
1 Pet. 4:10
The Bible teaches that God gives his children good gifts in order that we may serve one another for the common good and for His glory. These are not just good gifts, they are varied gifts, meaning each of us is uniquely gifted by God to serve Christ’s church in different and significant ways. (1 Pet. 4:10)

This means that we need each other, we have a responsibility to each other, and that when we work together to serve one another we are all able to grow up into Him together.

Ephesians 4:11–16 - "And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to mature manhood, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ, so that we may no longer be children, tossed to and fro by the waves and carried about by every wind of doctrine, by human cunning, by craftiness in deceitful schemes. Rather, speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ, from whom the whole body, joined and held together by every joint with which it is equipped, when each part is working properly, makes the body grow so that it builds itself up in love.”

With this in mind, we encourage members to find a place to serve here in order to use our gifts for the good of others.

Service Opportunities

Note: all volunteers who work with minors in any capacity undergo an application process, background check, and annual KidSafe Training.

Children
Serve in any of our multiple ministries for children from birth through fifth grade.  
Volunteer in one of our nurseries (infants or toddlers), in one of our children’s Sunday school classes, at Grace Kids on Wednesday nights, or at our Vacation Bible School in the summer.

Grace Students
Become part of the youth ministry to Jr. and/or Sr. High students to help during midweek events, retreats and special events.

Care & Encouragement
Help those who are experiencing grief, long-term illness or other struggles by sending cards, making phone calls, visiting, praying or providing meals.  

Meals
GBC provides meals for members and attendees at times of funerals, births, surgery or other difficult situations.  
Funeral Meals: Help minister to grieving families during their time of loss by providing food or serving at the reception following a funeral.  
Grace Encouraging Meals: Prepare and deliver a meal to families who have recently welcomed a new baby, had surgery, or are in some other difficult situation.  

Media/Tech Support
Assist the audio/visual team by operating video, audio, or song slides during services and special events.  

Music
Support our weekly services and special events through participation in our worship team.  

Prayer
Pray daily for the church as well as other church family or personal requests sent through the Prayer Chain.
   
Transportation
Sometimes, individuals within the congregation need rides to/from a medical appointment or have other transportation needs. Being available to give a ride is a practical way to serve.

Welcome & Hospitality
The desire of this ministry is to show the love of Christ to all who interact with Grace.  
Greeters: Welcome, guide and answer visitors’ questions on Sundays or special events.  
Ushers: Create a warm and orderly atmosphere conducive to worship and learning.

Interested in serving? Contact us to begin the process!