UR Volunteers

Mission

To create an environment conducive to worship, community and connection with Jesus

Tasks

Set-up speaking platform, band stage, prayer corners, communion kneelers, candles, new attendees area and everything else that contributes to the unique atmosphere of the Upper Room

Time Commitment

Sundays from 12:30pm - 1:30pm
(2 weeks on; 2 weeks off)

People Needed

14

Mission

Serve the UR staff and community and help make possible the unique worship atmosphere of the Upper Room by putting away all of our atmospheric elements in a timely and orderly way

Tasks

Disassemble and return all staging fixtures, candles, prayer corners, chairs and other items used in the gatherings to their proper storage areas

Time Commitment

Sundays from 8:30pm - 9:15pm
(2 weeks on; 2 weeks off)

People Needed

20

Mission

To serve as a welcoming first point of contact for people coming to worship, answering questions, providing directions and a offering a friendly face

Tasks

Responsible for being a welcoming presence before and after the Worship Gathering, preparing the sanctuary, assisting with seating at either the 5 or 7pm Gathering, helping with transition needs between Gatherings and assisting with experiential elements if needed

Time Commitment

4:30 - 6:30 pm or 6:30 - 8:30 pm
(3 weeks on; 3 weeks off)

People Needed

40 adults

Mission

To develop loving and consistent relationships with kids as you model what it is to be a follower of Jesus

Tasks

Shepherd a small group of 6-8 kids along with a co-leader; Lead a lesson and facilitate experiences based on the current UR Series

Time Commitment

4:00pm – 6:30pm; September 12 - June 12
(every Sunday)

People Needed

12 adults

Mission

To develop loving and consistent relationships with kids as you model what it is to be a follower of Jesus

Tasks

Spend time with a group of 3-5 year old kids and take part in leading a version of a lesson based on the current UR Series

Time Commitment

4:00pm – 6:30pm; September 12 - June 12
(2 weeks on; 2 weeks off)

People Needed

14 adults; 6 Jr. leaders

Mission

To provide an opportunity for parents to experience the worship gathering, knowing their little ones are in a safe place

Tasks

Care for and nurture the littlest members of our community: holding, rocking, playing with them, and praying for them

Time Commitment

4:15pm – 6:30pm; September 12 - June 12
(2 weeks on; 2 weeks off)

People Needed

16 adults; 2 Jr. leaders

We have a limited number of spots on our Babes and Tots Leadership Teams for Junior Leaders. Junior Leaders are students entering 6th, 7th, or 8th grade in the fall of 2010. In addition to the application process, Junior Leaders must also complete the Babysitter’s Training Course available through the American Red Cross. For more details visit: www.redcrosstc.org.