ARE YOU READY TO “ROLL UP YOUR SLEEVES”?
One of our core values is called “Roll Up Your Sleeves.” This means that we move beyond good intentions to actively engage in the work that needs to be done in the church and in our neighborhoods. We are called not just to be spectators, but to be the hands and feet of Jesus in our daily lives. If you’re ready to “roll up your sleeves” and volunteer, we’d love to have you join us! Check out the opportunities on this page, and submit the form below once you’re ready.
EVERYONE CAN SAY YES TO SOMETHING!
LEARN ABOUT OUR SERVING TEAMS
What We Do
Our team is responsible for getting the lobby and patio ready for Sunday morning volunteer teams and guests. For example, we set up the “New Here?” area on the patio, ensure all signage and parking cones are in place, and set out communion.
Time Involved
Serve 8-8:40am on one to two Sundays a month.
What We Do
We are people with big smiles and even bigger hearts who welcome Sunday morning guests and help set the tone for an amazing worship experience here at Journey. We serve under the guest tent outdoors, welcoming newcomers, answering any questions they might have, and guiding families with kids down to our Journey Kids area.
Time Involved
Arrive 30 minutes before service and remain in position 10 minutes into service. Return to your position 5 minutes before the end of service and remain in position for 10-15 minutes, until nearly all attendees have left.
What We Do
Simply put, we make sure the auditorium is welcoming and ready, and that each person has what they need for the service.We assist in helping guests find a seat, providing communion, and more.
Time Involved
Arrive 30 minutes before service starts, and be present in the auditorium throughout the service to assist as needed. After service, this team makes sure the space is cleaned up and ready for the next event.
What We Do
Our team makes everybody’s day better by making sure there is plenty of delicious coffee hot and ready before and after our services. On top of providing for all of the beverages and supplies at the coffee bar in the lobby, we try to help people feel welcomed and at home here at The Journey.
Time Involved
If you are serving during the 1st service, arrive 45 minutes before service to start the coffee and set out supplies. Teams for the 2nd service need to arrive 30 minutes before the service.
What We Do
We are the first faces guests see as they arrive at The Journey. We help cars navigate to open spaces, ensure the parking lot is safe for attendees, and help anyone who needs assistance to/from their cars.
Time Involved
Be in position 30 min before service through the first 10 minutes of service as cars arrive at The Journey, and then be back out in position 15 minutes after service.
What We Do
Our team serves as a resource for any and all questions guests may have about next steps at The Journey. Volunteers stand at the Next Steps area in the lobby and information on classes, groups, serving opportunities, special events, and much more.
Time Involved
Be in position 30 min before service and remain in position throughout the service.
What We Do
The Safety Team helps ensure the church provides the safest possible environment for children and adults attending and serving during weekly services and special events. Our hope is that we are never needed, but we are always prepared, just in case. *Applying for this position requires a background check and either law enforcement or military experience.
Time Involved
Be in position 20 min before service and remain in position throughout the service.
What We Do
We provide a proactive presence in and around the greater Springfield area and our world. We work to be the hands and feet of Jesus to others by partnering with local organizations to meet the needs of our community, supporting church planting efforts, and by partnering with global missionaries in South Korea and India. The Outreach team’s largest effort is organizing monthly “Mobile Markets” in partnership with the Capital Area Food Bank. These are fresh food distributions held in The Journey’s parking lot every second Saturday of the month.
Time Involved
Time commitments vary.
What We Do
Our operations teams serve behind the scenes so that ministry can happen and people can encounter Jesus at The Journey. These teams include Building & Grounds, Mowing, Garden, Finance and Information Technology. From working on facilities projects to helping keep our grounds looking great, there are multiple opportunities to serve beyond Sunday mornings.
Time Involved
Time commitments vary.
What We Do
Meal train volunteers bring meals to those who might be experiencing a significant life event, such as welcoming a new baby or recovering from surgery or illness. *Applying for this position requires a background check.
Time Involved
Time commitments vary. Meal train volunteers receive emails about any meal needs, and choose they would like to offer a meal.
What We Do
We pray over the needs of The Journey, including weekly prayer requests from individuals, upcoming events, and all of our different ministry areas. We also ask our teammates to write the occasional note to individuals on our prayer list. You won’t believe how much it encourages people to know that someone is praying for them! We pray we believe prayer really matters.
Time Involved
At the end of each service, the prayer team member(s) scheduled to serve position themselves at the front of the auditorium to pray with anyone who needs it. Team members remain available for prayer for 10-15 minutes following that service. Team members also take time during the week to pray individually over prayer requests.
What We Do
Our team strives to come alongside 7th -12th grade students in everyday life to help them take steps in their faith. We offer Middle School cClasses on Sunday mornings during our first service. We help provide community and leadership at our weekly Sunday night Refuel events as well as work to build meaningful relationships with students.
Time Involved
Serving on Sunday mornings involves teaching topics and leading group discussions for our Middle School class. We ask volunteers to serve once a month, with arrival time 20 minutes prior to the service. Sunday Refuel from 6pm-8pm is the best place to dive in with Journey Teens. Our Refuel leaders show up every week, 30 minutes before the event, to engage with our teens. *Applying for this position requires a background check.
What We Do
Journey Kids is our children’s ministry. We offer Sunday morning classes for infants through 6th graders with a focus on three things; safety, faith, and fun! Our team includes check-in volunteers, who greet families and help them get checked in for classes, and classroom volunteers who lead or support in the various classrooms.
Time Involved
We ask for all volunteers to arrive at least 20 minutes prior to the service time to be ready to greet our families as they arrive.With all our age groups, consistency is key with our volunteers. We ask for all to serve twice a month. *Applying for this position requires a background check.
What We Do
Our worship team uses creativity, through music, sound, and visuals, to point people towards Jesus every weekend in our Sunday Services. We are people who love to use media and technology to enhance our worship experience at The Journey!
Time Involved
In order to be fully prepared for Sunday morning services, Worship Team members scheduled to volunteer on a Sunday will participate in a weeknight rehearsal, typically 6:45-8:15PM on a Thursday, and a full production run-through on Sunday morning at 7AM. Worship team members serve both services on a Sunday.
READY TO JOIN A TEAM?
If you're interested in serving, please submit the form below, and someone from our team will be in touch!
