2014

OPPORTUNITIES FOR MINISTRY BOOKLET

OPPORTUNITIES FOR
ADULTS & CONFIRMED YOUTH

MINISTRY BOOKLET
ADULTS AND
CONFIRMED YOUTH

United in Christs love, we glorify

God through worship, nurture, and
service to all people.
Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, so that there

may be food in my house, and thus put me to the

test, says the Lord of hosts; see if I will not open the

windows of heaven for you and pour down for you an

overflowing blessing.

~ Malachi 3:10 (NRSV)

Think of us in this way, as servants of Christ and

stewards of Gods mysteries. Moreover, it is required

of stewards that they be found trustworthy.

~ I Corinthians 4:1-2 (NRSV)

The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience,

kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness and

self-control.

~ Galations 5:22-23 (NRSV)

 TABLE OF CONTENTS
Administrative Services & Support................ 1 Youth Conference Coordinator
Church Mice Fellowship Trip Coordinator
Church Office Volunteers Fundraising Coordinator
Offering Counters Chaperones - Travel Events
Youth Sunday Coordinator
Christian Education Ministries...................... 1 Adult Ministries.......................................... 6
Christian Education Ministry Team Adult Discipleship Ministry Team
Library Coordinating Sunday school
Childrens Ministries................................... 2 Adult Weekday Studies
Childrens Ministry Team Sunday Night Live
Nursery
Children in Worship Communications Ministries........................... 7
Worship Bags Communications Ministries Team
Sunday school
Sunday Night Live 2nd/3rd grade Congregational Care Ministries...................... 7
Growing Christians (GCs) Congregational Care Ministries Team
New Baby Welcoming Team Bereavement Guild
VacationBibleSchool Card Ministry
Youth Ministries......................................... 3 Cookie Bakers
Youth Ministry Team Disaster Preparedness Team
Sunday school Food Team
Confirmation Planning Team Caring Friends (Grief Team)
Confirmation Sponsors Nursing Home/Homebound Visitation
Middle & High School Youth Groups Prayer Chain
Youth Ministry Volunteer Coordinator Transportation
Wednesday Morning HS breakfast: Congregational Dinners
Devotion Leader Coordinator Congregational Breakfast
Food Coordinator Ice Cream Social
Sunday night: Lunch Bunch
Devotion Leader Coordinator Dining Groups
Activities/Games Coordinator Prayer Shawl Team
Small Group Leaders
Food Coordinator Facilities Care Ministries................................. 9
Fellowship Coordinator Columbarium Care
Mission/Service: General Maintenance
Mission/Service Coordinator Work DayFall and Spring
Mission Trip Coordinator
Health Ministries............................................ 9 Presbyterian Womens Ministries.................. 16
Health Ministries Team Presbyterian Womens Coordinating Team
Care Teams
Hospital Visitation Team Stewardship & Finance Ministries............... 16
Blood Pressure Checks Stewardship Ministries Team
CPR Class
Equipment Closet Worship & Music Ministries........................ 17
Maintain AED Worship & Music Ministries Team
First Aid Kits Worship Ministries................................... 17
Fitness Activities Acolytes
Infertility & Loss Support Network Communion Preparation
Usher
Hospitality & Evangelism Ministries........... 10 Greeter
Hospitality & Evangelism Ministries Team Offering Assistant
Connections Class Leaders Lay Leader in Worship
New Member Dinners Host Sanctuary Brass Cleaning and Buffing
New Member Shepherds Visual Arts
Pictorial Directory and Related Arts
New Member Posters Sanctuary Flowers
Welcome Center Attendants Seasonal Decorations
Music Ministries....................................... 18
Mens Ministries............................................ 12 Chancel Choir
Early Service Music
Mission Outreach Ministries........................ 12 Instrumentalist
Outreach Ministries Team Cherub Choir
Adult Mission Trips Junior Choir
Living Waters of the World Joyful Ringers
American Red Cross Bloodmobile Handbell Substitutes
Childrens Attention Home Young Adults @ Unity.................................... 19
CROP Walk
Dimes for Hunger Church Officers............................................. 20
Family Promise of York County Deacon
Fort Mill Care Center Ruling Elder
SON Volunteering Homebound Communion Visits
Habitat for Humanity Nominating Committee
Nutrition Center Serving Communion in Worship
York County Free Clinic Staff Team
Regional AIDS Interfaith Network (RAIN) Interest Area Research ................................. 22
Seasonal Missions
Second Harvest Partners
Alma el Chaab Presbyterian Church
Prayer Partnership
 UNITYS MINISTRIES
administrative services & support
Mission: To take care of behind-the-scenes matters, and support the staff and
other ministry teams.

church mice
Keep offering envelopes and Welcome Pads stocked, as well as pencils sharpened.
Neaten sanctuary for church during the week prior to the Sunday service.

church office volunteers

Volunteers are needed to answer the phone, stuff envelopes, and prepare bulk mailings
in support of the church office staff during peak workload times and vacations.

offering counters
Volunteers are needed to do a control count of the weekly offering on Monday mornings.
Sign up for as many or as few weeks as you are available.

christian education ministries

Christian Education Ministries incorporates the work of the Childrens Ministry
Team, the Youth Ministry Team, and the Adult Discipleship Ministry Team which is
coordinated by the Christian Education Ministry Team. These teams work closely with
staff to assure continuation of high quality educational programming.

christian education ministry team

The CE Ministry Team steers, advises, and coordinates the various programs and
activities of the Christian Education Ministry by coordinating the work of the Adult
Discipleship Ministry Team, the Youth Ministry Team and the Childrens Ministry Team
and overseeing policy making for Christian Education programming. Meets monthly.

library coordinating
Update, maintain & organize materials in the church library.

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 children s ministries
childrens ministry team
The vision of the Childrens Ministry Team is for Unity Presbyterian Church to be a
nurturing environment where children experience God in all areas of the life of the
church. This team plans and coordinates educational programs specifically for children
birth through fifth grade. The team meets monthly and reports to the Christian
Education Ministry Team for coordination with the Youth and Adult Discipleship
Ministry Teams.

nursery
Careful supervision of our young children is a priority in our nurseries. Although
Unity provides a paid nursery worker in our infant, toddler, and preschool
nurseries, volunteers are also needed at 8:45 am and 11:00 am. High school youth
may volunteer in the preschool room, or with their parent in the infant room.
Middle school youth may volunteer in the preschool room. Elementary age children
may volunteer in the preschool room with their parent. Childcare is also offered
during some weekly events and special services at Unity. Nursery volunteers are
also needed at these times.

children in worship
After the Childrens Sermon during worship, any children who have turned 4 years
old before September 1st of the current school year, or are currently in Kindergarten
or 1st Grade, are invited to participate in this special worship program. Children in
Worship (CIW) allows children to experience and praise God through Bible storytelling;
introduces the order and language of worship; and provides the opportunity for
children to respond to their worship experience through art, music and other means of
self-expression. Adults and Middle/High school youth are needed to serve in this very
reverent worship time.

worship bags
Worship Bags are available in the Narthex for children who stay in the worship service on
Sunday mornings to help them follow the service and have some hands-on activities to
do during Worship. Volunteers are needed to replenish Worship Bags following the 8:45
am and 11:00 am services. This can be done during the week before the next Sunday and
is an excellent family service project.

sunday school
Adult volunteers are needed during Sunday morning Sunday school, in order that faith
will be an integral part of their daily lives, and that they might continue to grow in their
knowledge of the Bible and the Triune God. Opportunities to Serve: Teacher: Serve
on a teaching team to lead Childrens (ages 2 through 5th grade) Sunday school classes
(Curriculum provided); Substitute: Fill-in for teachers and/or helpers; Room helper:
Assist teachers during class time.
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 sunday night live 2nd & 3rd grade program
Sunday Night Live programming for 2nd and 3rd graders focuses on Worship
Readiness and Learning to Use the Bible skills in the fall and mission, service, prayer
practices, etc. in the spring. Second and third graders meet from 5:00-6:00 pm for
the five weeks in the Fall and five weeks in the Spring that Sunday Night Live is offered.
Teachers and Assistants are needed to facilitate these programs.

growing christians gcs

A sunday night live program
GCs is a program of Sunday Night Live specifically for children in 4th and 5th grade.
It brings these children together for some awesome Christian fellowship, helps them
grow in their faith, and prepares them for Middle School Youth Group. Occasional fun
outings are also planned throughout the year.

new baby welcoming team

This team visits families who have a new baby. We deliver the Sanctuary rose and a
small baby gift.

vacation bible school

Serve by volunteering during a one-week Bible school , for 4 year olds to children who
have completed the fifth grade, during the summer. This is a fun-filled week with
Bible study, music, games, crafts, activities, and food. Opportunities to Serve: Assistant
Director, Decorations, Art, Music, Storytelling, Recreation, Shepherd (guides groups
through rotations), Kitchen, Youth Helper, Other as needed.

youth ministries
youth ministry team
The vision for youth ministry at Unity is to create a fun, safe environment where youth
build and own their faith in order to apply it to their lives and relationships. This team
plans and coordinates the programs specifically for youth in sixth through twelfth grades.
The team meets monthly and reports to the Christian Education Ministry Team for
coordination with the Childrens and Adult Discipleship Ministry Teams.

sunday school
Adult volunteers are needed to teach youth during Sunday morning Sunday school, in
order that faith will be an integral part of their daily lives, and that they might continue
to grow in their knowledge of the Bible and the Triune God. Opportunities to Serve:
Teacher: Serve on a teaching team to lead Youth (6th grade through 12th grade),
Confirmation (8th grade) Sunday school classes (Curriculum provided); Substitute:
Fill-in for teachers and/or helpers; Room helper: Assist teachers during class time.

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 confirmation planning team
Adult volunteers are needed to plan the Confirmation Class curriculum, find sponsors for
each Confirmand, and coordinate retreats and other events for the Confirmation Class.

confirmation sponsors
Adult volunteers are needed to mentor members of our eighth grade Confirmation Class.
Responsibilities include developing a relationship and meeting regularly with a group
of Confirmands during the school year, with a focus on sharing our individual faith
journeys. Training will be offered.

middle & high school youth groups

Unitys Middle School (6th-8th grades) and High School (9th-12th grades) Youth
Groups are very active year round. Being part of the Youth Group gives the youth an
opportunity for active Christian Education, fellowship, and fun with their peers. Trips,
mission and service projects, activities, dinners, and weekly meetings are just some of
what the Youth Groups do. Adult Small Group Advisors are a vital part of the weekly
Youth Group meetings. Middle School youth meet on Sunday nights from 5-6 pm and
High School youth meet on Sunday nights from 6:30-7:45 pm.

youth ministry volunteer coordinator

Principal duties would include working with the Youth Ministry staff and team to
create a list of possible volunteers, maintaining a list and helping other coordinators
find volunteers for events.

devotion leader coordinator high school prayer

breakfast (wednesday morning)
Principal duties would include recruiting volunteers to serve as devotion leaders for the
high school prayer breakfast, planning devotions with the DCE or youth minister and
keeping track of the schedule for volunteers. Prayer breakfast meets every Wednesday
morning during the school year.

food coordinator - high school prayer breakfast

(wednesday morning)
Principal duties would involve recruiting volunteers to serve breakfast to the high school
students at the prayer breakfast and keeping track of the schedule for volunteers. Prayer
breakfast meets every Wednesday morning during the school year.

devotion leader coordinator 1 each for middle and

high school youth (sunday night)
Principal duties would involve recruiting volunteers to give the devotion at the youth
group meeting, planning devotions with the DCE or Youth Minister, providing
devotions to volunteers if requested and keeping track of the schedule of volunteers.

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 activities/games coordinator 1 each for middle and
high school youth (sunday night)
Principal duties would involve recruiting volunteers to serve as games or activity leaders
for the youth group, coordinating games with programs for each night and providing
supplies to the games leaders if needed.

small group leaders middle and high school

(sunday night)
Principal duties for this position would be building relationships with the youth. It would
require a commitment of at least 3 Sundays out of 4 in a month.

food coordinator for youth 1 each for middle and

high working together (sunday night)
Principal duties would be to help coordinate meals for youth on non-Sunday Night Live
nights. Recruit volunteers to help provide and serve meals.

fellowship coordinator 1 each for middle and high

school youth (local)
Principal duties would include planning and overseeing Christian Fellowship activities
lasting up to one day in length and recruiting volunteers. (Examples: caroling, bowling,
ice skating)

mission/service coordinator 1 each for middle and

high school youth (local)
Principal duties would involve recruiting volunteers and planning activities for local
mission and service projects such as CROP walk, Thanksgiving meal preparation and
Easter egg hunt.

mission trip coordinator 1 each for middle and

high school youth
Principal duties would include planning and publicizing all parts of a mission trip.
Parts of the trip would include transportation, food, chaperones, packing list, and
planning activities.

youth conference coordinator 1 each for middle and

high school youth
Principal duties would include planning and publicizing all parts of a youth conference
trip. Parts of the trip would include transportation, food, chaperones, packing list, and
planning activities.

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 fellowship trip coordinator
Principal duties would include being responsible for planning and overseeing Christian
Fellowship activities lasting overnight or longer, including weekend Retreats for the
Youth. (Examples: skiing and camping activities)

fundraising coordinator at least 1 each for middle

and high school youth
Primary responsibilities include planning, recruiting volunteers and overseeing
fundraising for middle and high school youth groups.

chaperones - travel events

Adult chaperones are needed for out-of-town, overnight youth events. Background check
and Safe Place Training are required as well as drivers license and proof of insurance.

youth sunday coordinator

Primary responsibilities would include planning, coordinating, recruiting volunteers and
helping schedule practices for Youth Sunday.

adult ministries
adult discipleship ministry team
The Adult Discipleship Ministry Team seeks to invite and inspire all people to explore
their faith and find their connection to God, in order to transform their lives through
the Living Word. This team plans and coordinates the Christian education programs
for adults, including Sunday school, Sunday Night Live opportunities, weekday Bible
studies, and other short-term study opportunities. The team meets monthly and reports
to the Christian Education Ministry Team for coordination with the Childrens and
Youth Ministry Teams.

sunday school
Volunteers are needed to teach adults during Sunday morning Sunday school, in order
that faith will be an integral part of their daily lives, and that they might continue to grow
in their knowledge of the Bible and the Triune God. Opportunities to Serve: Teacher:
Serve on a teaching team to lead Adult Sunday school classes (Curriculum provided);
Substitute: Fill-in for teachers as needed.

adult weekday studies

A variety of Bible studies and short-term book studies are offered during the week at
Unity. If you are interested in starting or leading a Bible study or book study, or for
information regarding existing Bible studies, please contact the Director of Christian
Education or a member of the Adult Discipleship Ministry Team.

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 sunday night live
Sunday Night Live offers Adult programming from 5:00-6:00 pm for five consecutive weeks
in the fall and five consecutive weeks in the spring. Teachers and leaders are needed for a
variety of adult study and fellowship opportunities.

communications ministries
Mission: To enhance and expand communications with congregation members, and in the
community, to support the mission of Unity Presbyterian Church.

communications ministries team

The Communication Team partners with all ministry teams to share information about
activities and events in the life of the church. The team develops and oversees communication
standards including the church logo, newsletter, and advertising. The team is responsible for
updates and development of the churchs website. Audio and video recording of services and
photography of various church activities are coordinated by members of the Communications
Team. In addition to these activities the team provides guidance on internal publications
and the use of bulletin boards within the church. Digital graphic arts, web development, and
editing of various media are skills the team needs and welcomes. Team meetings are held
monthly to review and coordinate ongoing and new activities.

congregational care ministries

Mission: To coordinate pastoral care within the church.

congregational care team

The members of this team are committed to providing love, care, and support to each
member of the Unity family. From preparing meals to homebound visitation, the
Congregational Care Team strives to continue high quality levels of caring within the church.
This team also provides fellowship opportunities. The following sub-teams offer many
opportunities for service.
Meetings: Quarterly

bereavement guild
The guild provides compassionate hospitality to families who have experienced a death. This
group assists with set up, serving, and cleanup of either the receiving of friends or a family
meal due to the death of a church family member.

card ministry
This group writes notes to church members who are ill, bereaved or have other concerns, to let
them know that their church family is thinking of them. Birthday cards are sent to members
who are celebrating their 80th (or over) birthday. The notes and cards are in the church
office for your use in this ministry. You will receive a letter of instruction, and will be given a
schedule for writing notes or cards.

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 cookie bakers
This team provides home-baked cookies for the receiving of friends before or after a
funeral at Unity, or whenever cookies are needed.

disaster preparedness team

This team develops and implements safety and evacuation plans and training for our
congregation while on the Unity campus. This group also works to provide tips and
computer/smart phone applications to help the congregation prepare for natural disasters
through the Unity website and the newsletter. Additionally, this team creates plans to
assist disaster relief agencies in the event of a local or national emergency.

food team
This is a 5 or 6 person team that provides a meal when there is a need within our
church family, usually due to a death or illness in the family. Meals are also provided
for families of newborns.

caring friends (grief team)

This group offers condolences and support for Unity members after the death of
a family member.

nursing home/homebound visitation

This group calls or visits those confined to home or in an extended care facility.
Volunteers visit quarterly.

prayer chain
As a member of this team, you will be asked to pray for others as needs arise.

transportation
This team provides a ride to appointments, errands and Sunday services as needed.

congregational dinners - a sunday night live program

This team coordinates the evening meals for the SNL Program. Volunteers are needed
to help set up/clean up, work the cashier table, and serve dinner.

congregational breakfast
This team coordinates the 5 or 6 congregational breakfasts during the Sunday School
hour. Volunteers are needed to set up/clean up, prepare and serve breakfast.

ice cream social

This team organizes and prepares homemade ice cream or cookies for this yearly
church-wide gathering, which occurs in August.

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 lunch bunch
Lunch Bunch is a fellowship group for adults who are free at midday. This group usually
meets on the 4th Monday of each month for lunch, fellowship, interesting programs and
an occasional trip or tour away from the church. Join this group to work with others to
provide meaningful ministries and activities for adults in our congregation.

dining groups
Dining Group members meet quarterly in homes or restaurants for a time of food and
fellowship. Meetings Quarterly: on Friday or Saturday evenings or Sunday after church.

prayer shawl team

With prayers of love, care and concern, this group provides knitted or crocheted lap robes
and/or shawls for comfort when a Unity family has a need.

facilities care ministries

Mission: To assist in the care of the church property, which includes all buildings and
grounds. Work is done on an as needed basis or during scheduled workdays. Members
provide the tools, expertise, and experience in maintaining the churchs facilities.

columbarium care
Help maintain Columbarium area as needed.

general maintenance
Paint, basic carpentry skills, electrical repair, and general handyman skills.

work day fall and spring

Come to the church and fix, prune, apply mulch and pine straw, paint, repair, and work on
all other tasks that need to be done.

health ministries
Mission: To provide support and encouragement for the health, well-being, and wholeness
of our congregation. This group recognizes the integral relationship between body, mind
and spirit, as we strive to be the persons God calls us to be.

health ministries team

Meet to plan activities and information-sharing opportunities.
Meetings: every other month.

care teams
Be part of a team that ministers to the needs of a specific church member who may be
elderly, ill, home-bound, or in need of practical assistance.

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 hospital visitation team
Share in the visitation of church members that are hospitalized. Visits may be made
alone or with another person.

blood pressure checks

Assist with blood pressure checks during Congregational Breakfasts.

cpr class
Teach and/or assist in planning bi-yearly CPR classes.

equipment closet
This team works to increase awareness of durable medical equipment closet to
congregation. Team also manages and maintains inventory.

maintain automated external defibrillator aed

Maintain the churchs two AEDs by checking batteries and defibrillator pads.

first aid kits

Re-supply Unitys first aid kits, located in various places throughout the church and
Ministries Building.

fitness activities
Sponsor classes and events to encourage an active, healthy lifestyle. Please contact us
if you can lead a class.

infertility & loss support network

Provide support and encouragement to individuals or families who have lost a baby
through miscarriage, stillbirth or infant death, as well as those struggling with infertility.
This group provides resources and compassionate Christian care to church members and
their families who are experiencing loss.

hospitality & evangelism ministries

Mission: To coordinate efforts in the areas of welcome, new member ministry,
evangelism, and community outreach.

hospitality & evangelism ministries team

This team explores new possibilities for reaching out to persons in our community,
coordinates the Connections Class and other new member ministries, and further
develops our congregations commitment to welcome and include all people.

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 connections class leaders
The Connections Class for prospective members and those new to our congregation is
offered four times per year and lasts for four weeks. Classes meet on Sunday mornings
during the Sunday School hour. Leaders are needed to coordinate and organize this class,
to lead class discussions, and to provide hospitality to class members.

new member dinners host

This ministry involves coordinating a dinner for new members two times a year. These
Dinners give our new members a chance to continue fellowship with other new members
during the year. Volunteers are needed to host, coordinate, set up, clean up, and welcome
our new members.

new member shepherds

Serve by introducing new members to the activities and opportunities available in our
church. New Member Shepherds meet with prospective new members during Unitys
4-week long Connections Classes, and are a point of contact for information, friendship,
and fellowship for the new member throughout the year. This important ministry helps
new members meet other members of the congregation and learn about the church.
Shepherds also meet with prospective new members to find out more about the new
member and share information about the church.

pictorial directory & new member posters

This ministry involves taking pictures of new members as they join, so that the pictures
might be used in an updated pictorial directory, as well as church bulletin boards, to
visually introduce and welcome our new members.

welcome center attendants

Welcome Center Attendants are needed for each worship service to answer questions and
hand out brochures at the Welcome Center. The Welcome Center is a location where
both visitors and members can obtain information that will help them find their way
around the church grounds, learn about the different classes and groups that are a part of
the church, find out about upcoming special events, learn about the nursery, and many
other items of interest.

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 men s ministries
Mission: To provide opportunities for spiritual growth through faith, friendship
and fellowship.

Mens Ministries is open to all Unity male members, (regardless of age) and their guests.
They meet, year round, on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, from 8 am to 9 am in the
Fellowship Hall. Their ministry is all about fellowship and spiritual growth. The ministry
averages over 50 hours per month in volunteer assistance and project participation time.
Look for the meeting notifications in the weekly newsletter, Sunday announcement
sheets and the website.

Fellowship and discussion of Gods word, along with a breakfast prepared by our
members, is our primary goal. We also make use of our time and many talents by
assisting members of the congregation when requests are made, working with other
Unity ministries that support our congregation and community, completing small
projects around the church and participation in various community and Providence
Presbytery projects.

mission outreach ministries

Mission: Coordinates all local and international mission efforts. Provides
opportunities for all ages to participate in and support service ministries. Lifts
up mission outreach ministries within the community and the larger church that
deserve the support of the congregation. Works with mission partners to provide
support and an exchange of information.

outreach ministry team

Provides oversight and coordination for the outreach ministries of Unity. Encourages
church participation in mission & outreach projects. Meets monthly.

adult mission trips

This team assists in planning, organizing and/or participating in annual Unity
sponsored mission trips. Members of Unity are also encouraged to participate in
Providence Presbyterys mission efforts whenever offered by the Presbytery.

living waters of the world

The mission of Living Waters of the World is to provide clean drinking water in
locations with that need. Unity has worked in partnership with locations in Mexico
to provide clean water systems. Unity installation teams consist of a team leader, an
expert(s) in installation, and an expert(s) in teaching. Team members are trained at
the Clean Water University. Volunteers are needed in these areas as we work to
expand this ministry.

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 american red cross bloodmobile
Unity hosts and sponsors a bloodmobile four times each year. Volunteers are needed to
help with publicity, to encourage donors, to sign-up donors, and to work the canteen the
day of the bloodmobile. Most of all, Unity needs people to donate a pint of blood. This is
volunteer work you can do lying down!

childrens attention home

The Childrens Attention Home is a 42-bed home that provides 24 hour a day emergency
and residential care and supportive services for children who have been physically or
sexually abused, abandoned or neglected. The home serves children from birth through
21 years old. Volunteers are needed for tutoring, recreation, gardening, reading to
toddlers, office work, arts and crafts and much more.

crop walk
This event takes place in October each year to raise money for hunger programs for
Church World Service. Twenty-five percent of the money raised in York County
stays in the county for ongoing programs. A coordinator is needed to plan for church
participation. Also needed are members to handle publicity for the walk and coordinate
sign-ups for interested walkers and donors. Its good for your soles, too!

dimes for hunger

This is a Presbytery-sponsored program to raise money for hunger programs in Honduras,
Guatemala, and in our 5-county presbytery. Unitys fall program encourages individuals
to give one dime per meal for one month. Members are needed to help with publicity,
attend the kick-off event in Rock Hill, and to be a part of this event.

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 family promise of york county
Family Promise is a local non-profit organization that provides meals, shelter, support
services, and life skills training for homeless parents and children. Unity participates in
this mission by providing sleeping rooms and meals in our church to homeless families
one week per quarter. The family capacity is limited to 4 families, with no more than 14
persons total.
Family Promise Roles:
FP Leadership Team
Responsible for recruiting and coordinating members for our host weeks and
communicating with the Family Promise Executive Director and Board.
FP Grocery Shoppers:
Needed to purchase groceries to be used by the families during the week at the Family
Promise Center.
FP Linen Washers:
Needed to wash laundry following our host weeks.
FP Meal Hosts:
Needed to cook and serve dinner to the families.
FP Overnight Hosts:
Needed to sleep at the church overnight and see the families off the next morning.
FP Set up/Clean Up Team:
Members are needed to help with set up and clean up during our host weeks.
FP Transportation Hosts:
Needed to provide transportation to the day center, doctors visits, job interviews, etc.

fort mill care center

The Care Center serves those in the community who are in need. Members are needed
to work in the food pantry or to help interview clients. Donations of canned goods and
school supplies are always welcome.

son volunteering (serving our neighbors - helping

homeless at the moment)
Helping our communitys homeless members challenges us to become personal mentors
for change. Our community is doing a good job providing the physical needs, but
the challenge remains to provide encouragement and support as these folks try to help
themselves. SON would like to have Christian volunteers to help with short term
transportation as jobs are found or when doctor and counselling visits are scheduled.
Help is needed to coach with resume and interviews. Help is also needed to coach
concerning budgeting and decision making. As we interact, relationships are formed.
This is the most valued gift that we as Christians can provide.

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 habitat for humanity
Volunteer to help build homes for deserving families in the York County area. Unity
will sponsor work days each year. Workers of all skill levels, 16 and older, are welcome.

nutrition center
This program, which meets in Unity Hall, provides a hot meal and companionship to the
elderly in our community who are in need. Members are needed to help with the home-
delivered meals on a weekly or substitute basis and to lead activities. Donations to be used
as Bingo prizes are also welcome!

york county free clinic

(Formerly Palmetto Volunteers in Medicine Free Clinic)
YCFC is a free medical clinic in Rock Hill, SC for those in need. Medical care is
provided by mostly volunteer physicians, nurses, and staff. Eligible applicants are
seen Monday through Thursday year-round. Volunteers are needed in Well-Visitor
Management, in the eligibility department, in the reception area, and more. Licensed
nurses are always needed!

regional aids interfaith network rain

RAIN is a program which enables volunteers, working in Care Teams, to live out their
faith in service to persons living with AIDS. RAINs mission is to develop an informed,
compassionate response to those persons. Unity has 2 Care Teams who are now working
with their care partners. Other teams are needed, as are those who would be willing
to help with driving others to doctors appointments or to the grocery and occasional
babysitting children while their parents are in support group meetings.

seasonal missions
The Outreach Ministry encourages participation in the Thanksgiving Cornucopia, as well
as the Angel Tree service project before and during Advent. Other mission projects, such
as Blankets Plus and the collection of used eyeglasses, take place each year. Volunteers are
needed to help coordinate, oversee, publicize, and participate in these projects.

second harvest partners

This is a program with the overall goal of decreasing hunger in York County. Short-
term assistance is provided by food delivered on a tractor-trailer and distributed to those
in need. Long-term assistance is provided by development of a strategy that empowers
people to become self-sufficient. Unity volunteers are asked to partner with Second
Harvest and with other congregations in our area on the assigned work day to assist with
organization, unloading the truck of food, filling grocery bags, assisting with parking,
greeting guests, and distributing food to individuals.

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 alma el chaab presbyterian church prayer partnership
Unity is a support church for the Alma el Chaab Presbyterian Church in South
Lebanon. This is a prayer partnership. Unity has become pen pals with Alma el Chaab
with a strong focus on praying for each other. All of the ministries at Unity are involved
in the communications with Alma el Chaab. this ministry is on point for this partnership
and is available to assist as needed with preparing and sending communication. Financial
support is not given.

presbyterian women s ministries

Mission: To build an inclusive, caring community of women who meet in circles to
support, up-lift, and promote the well-being of its members through ongoing activities,
such as prayer and/or Bible study, celebration giving, local and foreign mission
interpretation, and special ministries to the congregation and community, as well
as uphold the PW purpose of the Presbyterian Church (USA).

Four Presbyterian Women (PW) Circles meet monthly for Bible study, service, and
fellowship. PW membership is open to all women in the congregation. Circle names
and meeting times are listed on the Individual Gifts Sharing Form. Circles opportunities
include: providing birthday cakes for the Nutrition Center, preparing meals for church
families when needed, supplying lunches for Habitat for Humanity builds, working on
local missions, and attending PW Presbytery-wide Fall Retreat and Spring Gathering.
The PW also plan and execute the following annual events: Mother/Daughter Luncheon,
Unitys Womens Retreat, Christmas Auction, Unitys Christmas Post, sending care
packages to Unitys college students, and contributing financial and volunteer support for
several local charities and scholarships.

stewardship & finance ministries

Mission: To provide direction and emphasis for all facets of individual giving, church
development, and spiritual growth within the church through the use of our time,
talents and treasures.

stewardship ministries team

Members of this ministry team have responsibility for keeping the issue of being good
stewards of all church resources before the congregation throughout the year.
Monthly meetings.
Planning and implementation of the annual stewardship campaign
Support for special offerings and projects
Coordinate & facilitate the Ministries Fair
Facilitate the maximization of sharing of various time, talents and treasures
within the church.
Developing a culture of generosity through creative opportunities through
giving and sharing.

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worship & music ministries
Mission: To provide worship experiences that meet the needs of all church members.
This encompasses all worship and musical activity in the church, including special
services, communion preparation, all choirs, special music, sanctuary decorations,
and worship leadership.

worship & music ministries team

Meetings are held eight to ten times per year to discuss issues and make decisions relating
to Worship & Music ministries. This team works closely with the ministers and Director of
Music to provide meaningful and inspirational worship opportunities for people of all ages.

worship ministries
acolyte coordinators
Acolytes are worship leaders who carry in the light and light the candles at the beginning
of worship and carry the light out at the end of the service. They also help in other worship
leadership responsibilities during special services. Acolyte coordinators train and supervise
all fourth, fifth and sixth graders who would like to serve as acolytes.

communion preparation
Serve on a team to prepare the communion elements on Sundays when the Lords Supper
is celebrated. A training class is offered. Preparation occurs on the Saturday before Sunday
communion, as well as before, between, and after worship on Sunday, and for special services.
Teams normally prepare communion once or twice per year. Bread bakers are also needed.

usher
Ushers are asked to serve for one month. Duties include handing out bulletins, assisting
people to seats in the sanctuary, passing the offering plate, checking pews after the service,
collecting Welcome Pad sheets after the 11:00 am service and straightening the sanctuary
after the service as needed. Assistance at funerals is also needed.

greeter
Greeters serve on Sunday at either service, and are asked to arrive in time to warmly welcome
those attending worship.

offering assistant
Adults, youth and children (10+ years old or accompanied by a parent) are needed to collect
offering during the 8:45 am or 11:00 am worship service for one month periods throughout
the year. Duties include helping the ushers to collect the offering. Offering Assistants are able
to participate in the worship service except during the time the offering is received.

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 lay leader in worship
Adults, youth, and children assist in worship leadership for regular Sunday worship services
and special services. A training class is offered for those who are interested in serving in this
ministry. Lay leaders are scheduled to assist in worship on a rotating basis, usually no more
than four times per year.

sanctuary brass cleaning & buffing

Teams assist with the monthly cleaning and buffing of brass items in the sanctuary.
A coordinator is also needed to organize and manage this ministry.

visual arts
The Visual Arts team provides help to the Worship & Music Ministries through projects that
involve visual artwork and fabric. In the past, this team has worked on making choir robes
and banners for worship. Other projects may include such things as helping with costumes
for the Christmas Pageant and helping with scenery for backdrops.

related arts
On occasion there may be a need for drama volunteers and liturgical dancers. Drama
volunteers would be needed especially to help with children choirs musicals and pageants.
Assistance is often needed helping children rehearse lines, building sets and props, and even
adult participation in the play itself. Those with dance experience may be needed to work
with the worship leaders and clergy to develop a liturgical dance that would be used in
worship to enhance the scripture reading for the day, a Biblical story, or a musical selection.

sanctuary flowers
Provide flowers in the sanctuary for Sunday worship. Members will be contacted by the
Flower Coordinator when flowers are needed.

seasonal decorations
Set up, decorate, and pack up seasonal decorations for the sanctuary and in other areas
throughout the church facilities, as appropriate for the season. Heavy lifting may be required
for setup and takedown. Special projects include making and maintaining the Advent
Wreath, Christmas decorating in the Sanctuary, making Chrismons to decorate a Chrismon
tree, helping decorate a Chrismon tree, as well as other seasonal decorations.

music ministries
chancel choir
This choir is open for adults and youth who are in the tenth grade or higher. The Chancel
Choir provides service music for worship on a weekly basis. The choir most often sings for
11:00 am worship, but occasionally they do sing at the 8:45 am service. Special music is
provided several times during the year, including the annual Lessons and Carols service in
December. Rehearsal is on Wednesday at 7:00 pm in the Choir Room.

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 early service music
Music is provided most Sundays at the 8:45 am service. If you are not in the Chancel Choir,
or if you are interested in helping to provide music for the early service, this may be of
interest to you. Vocalists are used as soloists, in duets, trios or small ensembles. Rehearsals
for these services would be arranged on an as needed basis.

instrumentalist
If you play an instrument, there are many opportunities for services at Unity. Many anthems
for both adults and children require additional instruments. All types of brass (particularly
trumpet), flute, oboe, violin, guitar and percussion are occasionally called for. Occasionally a
group is formed to play at special events. Piano accompanists are needed from time to time.

cherub choir
The Cherub Choir is for children ages 4 through first grade. This choir sings for worship
on a regular basis and is responsible for the Christmas Joy Service, special events
and musicals. Adult helpers are needed to assist during rehearsals and special programs,
serve as accompanists, and to help coordinate special programs. Rehearsals are on
Sundays at 5:00-5:45.

junior choir
The Junior Choir is for children in grades second through fifth. This choir sings for
worship on a regular basis and is responsible for the Christmas Joy Service, special events
and musicals. Adult helpers are needed to assist during rehearsals and special programs.
Rehearsals are on Sundays at 4:15-5:00.

joyful ringers
This handbell choir is comprised of adult ringers who are committed to attending weekly
rehearsals and playing in worship several times a year. Attendance is crucial for the success
of this handbell choir. Prior handbell experience is preferred, but not required. However,
the ability to read music is required. Rehearsals are on Wednesdays at 6:00.

handbell substitutes
Substitute ringers are needed on occasion to fill a position in either the Joyful Ringers or the
Canterbury Bells. It is difficult to rehearse in bells if a spot is missing, so this group serves a
vital role in the handbell program. Music reading and handbell experience is strongly advised.

young adults @ unity - ya @ u

A network of single and married people in their 20s, 30s and 40s who gather for Bible study,
social events, and mission projects. Driven by a love of Christ, and a desire to fellowship
with others facing similar life circumstances, all are welcome.

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CHURCH OFFICERS
Mission: To provide leadership, governing and mission responsibilities for the life of the
church in its tasks of worship and service to God, within the church and in the world.
Ruling elders and deacons are elected every fall to serve a three-year term. The Nominating
Committee prayerfully considers all possible officer candidates and brings a slate of names to
the congregation for a vote.

deacon
These officers carry out ministries of compassion within the congregation, as well as other
duties assigned by the session. Among the duties currently performed by the deacons are
budget management, ushering, upkeep of church property, and contact with church visi-
tors. Deacons serve a three-year term upon the election of the congregation.

ruling elder
Along with the ministers, ruling elders provide spiritual leadership for the church, and are
responsible for its overall functioning. All active church members are eligible for
election. Ruling elders serve a three-year term upon the election of the congregation.

homebound communion visits

Ordained ruling elders are needed to assist the session and ministers in a ministry to our
homebound members. Ruling elders and ministers go together to visit and share the sacra-
ment of the Lords Supper with those unable to attend worship. These visits normally take
place on weekday afternoons, and are scheduled three to four times per year.

nominating committee
This team, comprised of church members and officers, places names before the congrega-
tion for election to the offices of ruling elder and deacon. They may also be asked to bring
other nominations to particular offices as needed.

serving communion in worship

Ordained ruling elders are needed to assist the session with serving of communion
during worship services.

staff team
This team, comprised of church members and officers, provides support and direction for
members of the church staff. Includes annual review of salaries and benefits, employment
recommendations of non-ordained staff, and support for staff members and their families.
Working with the Head of Staff, they carry out a process of evaluation and review, so as to
enhance and strengthen the work of each staff member.

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 INTEREST AREAS
In an effort to help you find ministries where you have an interest, we have included
this helpful section. Its organized into areas of personal interest. With which areas
do you identify? Once you have determined the area(s) that best reflect your personal
interests, review the opportunity in depth in the Unitys Ministries section earlier in
this booklet.

do you like to welcome people and make

them feel comfortable and at home?
Christian Education Ministries: Hospitality and Evangelism Ministries:
New Baby Welcoming Team Hospitality and Evangelism
Children In Worship Ministry Team
Church Officer Ministries: Connections Class Leader
Homebound Communion Visits New Member Shepherd
Congregational Care Ministries: Welcome Center Attendant
Caring Friends Mission Outreach Ministries:
Visitation RAIN
Bereavement Guild Family Promise
Send Cards Womens Ministries:
Food and Fellowship Ministries: Circles
Dining Groups Worship and Music Ministries:
Ice Cream Social Usher
Lunch Bunch Greeter
Congregational Dinners Lay Leader in Worship
Congregational Breakfasts
Health Ministries:
Blood Pressure Checks
Care Teams

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 do you enjoy helping the elderly?
Church Officer Ministries: Mens Ministries:
Homebound Communion Participation in
Congregational Care Ministries: Community Projects
Care Teams Mission Outreach Ministries:
Grief Support Care Team Nutrition Center
Food Team Fort Mill Care Center
Baking Team York County Free Clinic
Transportation  Second Harvest Partners
Visitation Fellowship Ministries:
Send Cards Lunch Bunch
Prayer Chain Womens Ministries:
Health Ministries: Circles
Blood Pressure Checks Worship and Music Ministries:
Usher
Greeter
do you feel fulfilled when caring
for and comforting others?
Church Officer Ministries: Mens Ministries:
Homebound Communion Visits Participation in
Congregational Care Ministries: Community Projects
Congregational Care Ministry Mission Outreach Ministries:
Team Mission Outreach Ministry Team
Caring Friends Dimes for Hunger
Food Team CROP Walk
Transportation Mission Trips
Prayer Shawl Team Blood Drive
Visitation SON Volunteering
Bereavement Guild Habitat for Humanity
Send Cards Nutrition Center
Prayer Chain RAIN
Health Ministries: York County Free Clinic
Health Ministries Team Family Promise
Blood Pressure Checks Second Harvest Partners
Care Teams Childrens Attention Home
Hospital Visitation Womens Ministries:
Circles

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 are you a good listener?
Christian Education Ministries: Mission Outreach Ministries:
Youth Ministries Mission Trips
Congregational Care: Nutrition Center
Hospital Visitation Fort Mill Care Center
Visitation SON Volunteering
Mens Ministries: RAIN
Habitat for Humanity York County Free Clinic
Family Promise
Second Harvest Partners

are you touched by scenes of devastation

after a natural disaster?
Congregational Care Ministries: Mission Outreach Ministries:
Disaster Preparedness Team Mission Trips
Mens Ministries:
Participation in
Community Projects
Habitat for Humanity

do you like to work with your hands and/

or enjoy do-it-yourself projects?
Facilities Care Ministries: Mission Outreach Ministries:
Lawn and Landscaping Care Mission Trips
Gardening Living Waters
General Maintenance Habitat for Humanity
Work Days Worship and Music Ministries:
Mens Ministries: Visual Arts
Participation in Related Arts
Community Projects

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 do you enjoy helping people
grow spiritually?

Christian Education Ministries: Church Officer Ministries:

Christian Education Ministry Team Confirmation Mentor
Sunday School Teacherall ages Discipleship Ministries:
Nursery Discipleship Ministries Team
Children in Worship Worship and Music Ministries:
Growing Christians Childrens Choir Helpers
Youth Groups Lay Leader in Worship
Youth Prayer Breakfast Communion Preparation
Youth Outings Visual Arts
Chaperone Youth Events Related Arts
Vacation Bible School
Adult Bible Study

do you long to help others realize

their potential?
Christian Education Ministries: Discipleship Ministries:
Christian Education Ministry Team Discipleship Ministries Team
Sunday School Teacherall ages Stewardship & Finance Ministries:
Nursery Stewardship Ministries Team
Children in Worship Mission Outreach Ministries:
Growing Christians SON Volunteering
Youth Groups Worship and Music Ministries:
Youth Prayer Breakfast Childrens Choir Helpers
Youth Outings Lay Leader in Worship
Chaperone Youth Events Communion Preparation
Vacation Bible School
Adult Bible Study
Church Officer Ministries:
Ruling elder
Deacon
Nominating Committee
Confirmation Mentor

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 do you prefer to work behind the scenes?
Administrative Services and Support: Fellowship Ministries:
Church Mice Lunch Bunch
Church Office Volunteers Stewardship & Finance Ministries:
Offering Counters Stewardship Ministry Team
Vocational or Other Skills Health Ministries:
Christian Education Ministries: Health Ministries Team
Christian Education Equipment Closet
Ministry Team First Aid kits
Childrens Ministry Team Mission Outreach Ministries:
Worship Bags Outreach Ministry Team
Youth Ministry Team Worship and Music Ministries:
Adult Ministry Team Worship and Music
Church Library Coord. Team Ministry Team
VBS Seasonal Decorations
Church Officer Ministries: Communion Preparation
Nominating Committee Sanctuary Brass Cleaning/Buffing
Congregational Care Ministries Team: Visual Arts
Congregational Care Related Arts
Ministry Team Young Adults @ Unity
Email Prayer Chain

do you enjoy gardening and/or yard work?

Facilities Care Ministries: Mens Ministries:
Lawn and Landscaping Care Participation in
Gardening Community Projects
General Maintenance Mission Outreach:
Work Days Habitat for Humanity

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 do you like to coordinate people
or projects?
Christian Education Ministries: Mission Outreach Ministries:
Christian Education Outreach Ministry Team
Ministry Team Living Waters
Childrens Ministry Team Family Promise Leadership Team
Youth Ministry Team Family Promise Evening
Adult Ministry Team Coordinator
VBS Stewardship & Finance Ministries:
Church Officer Ministries: Stewardship Ministries Team
Nominating Committee Worship and Music Ministries:
Congregational Care Ministries Team: W orship and Music
Congregational Care Ministry Team
Ministry Team Liturgical Dance
Lunch Bunch Seasonal Decorations
Food and Fellowship Ministries:
Communion Preparation
Congregational Breakfast
Sanctuary Brass Cleaning/Buffing
Ice Cream Social
Visual Arts
Health Ministries:
Young Adults @ Unity
Health Ministries Team

do you love to cook and/or entertain?

Christian Education Ministries: Mens Ministries:
Prayer Breakfast Breakfast Preparers
Food for Youth events Mission Outreach Ministries:
Congregational Care: Family Promise
Food Team Womens Ministries:
Cookie Bakers Circles
Food and Fellowship Ministries: Worship and Music Ministries:
Supper Club Communion Preparation
Congregational Breakfast Sanctuary Flowers
Congregational Dinners

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do you like to travel?
Christian Education Ministries: Mission Outreach Ministries:
Chaperone Youth Trips Mission Trips
Mens Ministries: Living Waters
Participation in
Community Projects

do you enjoy music and drama?

Christian Education Ministries: Instrumentalist
VBS Youth Choir
Worship and Music Ministries: Liturgical Dance
Chancel Choir
Childrens Choirs
Canterbury Bells
Joyful Ringers
Musicals/Dramas

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