Northbrook UMC has numerous ways to get involved in service to our church and community, whether it's a one-time commitment or an ongoing role. Here are current ways you can get involved:
Loving the Community
Dedicate Flowers in Worship Honor a loved one or commemorate an occasion with altar flowers. Also, the Flower Ministry needs volunteers to join the Monday rotation of repurposing flowers, become substitute Monday deliverers, and drop off small vases to the church kitchen. Click Here to Dedicate Flowers and Contact: Emily Johnson Usher or Greeter Help other feel welcome on Sunday mornings. Ushers and greeters are needed on Sunday mornings. Interested? Contact: Allen Whittaker. Music Ministry at Northbrook There are a number of opportunities for adults, including Chancel Choir, Handbell Choir, the "A-Men" (men's choral group), and the modern worship band for The Brook. Questions? Contact: Chad Hunt Volunteer with Youth or Make Dinner We need small group leaders on Sunday nights, 5:30 - 7 p.m. to help mentor teens and build relationships. There is also the opportunity to bring dinner each Sunday evening. Contact: Rev. Kena Newkirk Click Here to Sign up to Bring Dinner Make Dinner for Young Adults Support our young adults by bringing dinner to their small group Bible study. This group is for college aged twenty-somethings and recent high school graduates just starting their professional journey. Dinner should be for about 8 people and dropped off by 6:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall. Contact: Auriyan Tillman Click Here to Sign-up to Bring Dinner Nursery Workers Needed We are hiring caregivers for Parents Time Out (PTO) on Mondays and Fridays from 8:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m., and for Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPs) every other Thursday. Please share the need in your neighborhood or social circles. Contact: Christy Merritt |
Serving the World
Habitat for Humanity | Saturday, January 6, March 2 & 9 Northbrook will assist the Smith family, a mother and two daughters, with several Habitat Builds early in 2024. Click Here to Register Contact: Brent Richardson at 704-995-4920. Northbrook's Dream Weavers This group is seeking donated plastic grocery bags to be turned into sleeping mats for those experiencing housing insecurity. Bags can be left at the donation center on the Portico. Contact: Nan Richards The Drake House We need a parent advocate to bless and support a mother and her child, which includes weekly check-ins and offering community and support. Contact: Andrea Youngstrom Serve at Trinity Table We will be making and serving meals at Trinity UMC in downtown Atlanta on a regular basis. Please reach out to discover how you can support this ministry. Contact: Andrea Youngstrom Volunteer with Food Truck Party VBS 2024
Ready to cook up some fun? Cokesbury’s Food Truck Party VBS invites children of all ages to get on a roll with God as a parade of Food Trucks rolls into their neighborhood for the summer’s biggest party! We will host a highly encouraged orientation on Sunday, June 23, 2024, from 5-7 p.m., featuring food trucks for purchase, yard games, balloon artists, and t-shirt distribution. We hope all our volunteers will participate in this event. Contact: Christy Merritt Click Here to Sign-up to Help |