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For even the Son of Man came not to be served, but to serve...
Mark 10:45
For even the Son of Man came not to be served, but to serve...
Mark 10:45
The Impact of Serving For You, Others, and the Church
Discover the Joy of Service
Serving reflects our core values as we follow the selfless example of Jesus. It fosters belonging, purpose, and fulfillment by extending love through acts of kindness and compassion.
Nurture Meaningful Connections
Engaging in service builds a supportive community that encourages personal growth and lasting friendships. It creates an atmosphere of warmth and unity that goes beyond our needs and reaches every aspect of our church life.
Find and Develop Your Gifts
Every follower of Jesus is uniquely gifted by God. Discover and cultivate your unique talents within service. Whether teaching, music, hospitality, or other ministries, using your gifts brings spiritual growth and fulfillment.
Make a Difference
Serving offers countless opportunities to positively impact individuals, families, and the community. Through outreach, community service, and support, your contributions bring hope and transformation.
Join A Serving Team
Find your place in various ministry teams, such as worship, children's ministry, outreach, and more. Use your gifts to make a meaningful impact, guided and supported by dedicated leaders.
First Impressions Team
Help create a welcoming environment for our visitors and members. We strive to make people feel comfortable by meeting them where they're at; whether it's with a warm smile, a handshake, a cup of coffee, a conversation, or a simple hello. Our goal is to establish a connection that says "welcome home".
Team Roles
- Welcomers - Meet each person with a smile as they enter the building and auditorium. Guide visitors to ministry areas when needed and answer questions as they arise.
- Information - Be available at our Info Table and help new attendees feel welcomed by answering questions and guiding them in understanding next steps to take in their faith.
- Kids CHECK-iN - Greet families and assist parents with check-in.
- Café - Make and serve coffee on Sunday mornings in our café environment. Be a part of setup before the service or clean up after the service.
Kids Ministry
Partner with parents to create an atmosphere for our children to learn biblical truth, grow in their faith, and make Christian friends. Come alongside our kids as they learn about Jesus through songs, teaching, and hands-on activities.
Team Roles
- Nursery - Adult/Teen - Care for our littlest ones in the nursery so their parents can engage in weekend services.
- Kids Church Teacher - Lead crafts and activities, and engagingly teach the Bible story and build relationships with the kids. *Must be a Princetown Church Member
- Kids Church Adult/Teen Helper - Assist kids church teachers and build relationships with the kids.
- Note - All adults must receive a background check to work with children.
Student Ministry
Partner with parents to create an atmosphere for our teens to learn biblical truth, grow in their faith, and make Christian friends. Come alongside our teens on Wednesday nights and Sunday Mornings as they worship Jesus through songs, listen to a sermon, and engage in small group discussions.
Team Roles
- Small Group Leaders - Work with teens directly by being present on Wednesday nights at RockLife to help guide the discussion and be a safe listening ear for them to turn to. Additionally, check in with your group occasionally during the week outside of RockLife scheduled events. *Must be a Princetown Church Member
- Sunday Morning Group Leaders - Help lead teens through group discussion after the Sunday morning service (during group sessions). *Must be a Princetown Church Member
- Events and Special Support - Offer the extra support we need at special events throughout the year, such as supervision, meal preparation, transportation, etc.
- Note - All adults must receive a background check to work with teens.
Creative Team
Help craft inspiring and visually captivating experiences to foster a sense of community and make a positive impact in the lives of others. Whether you're a social media guru, a talented photographer or videographer, a graphic/web designer, or an interior design enthusiast, there's a place to contribute your talents.
Team Roles
- Social Media - add stories to the Princetown's social media to show what a Sunday morning looks like from your perspective.
- Photography - take photos on Sunday mornings and other events that may occur throughout the week.
- Graphic/Web Design - help to brainstorm and create digital designs for social media, our website, sermon series, and other special projects or events.
- Stage Design - use your artistic or craftsman skill to design the sanctuary stage design elements
Music & Production Team
Lead our church in worship and praise on Sunday mornings. Whether live from stage or behind the scenes, these roles are crucial for providing a distraction-free atmosphere to help people actively engage in worship of our Lord and King.
Team Roles
- Sound - (Tuesday evening rehearsals, application, and tryout process required) - Mixing the sound heard by the in-room and online audience.
- Camera - Capture live footage of our weekend gatherings, which will be streamed to the internet and projected on the screens outside the sanctuary.
- Lighting Tech - Cue the lights at the appropriate times during the service to ensure people can engage without distractions.
- Computer Tech - Cue slides and videos throughout the service to ensure people can engage without distractions.
- Vocalists - (Tuesday evening rehearsals, application, and tryout process required)
- Musicians - (Tuesday evening rehearsals, application, and tryout process required)
Care Team
The Care Team is a group of people willing to roll up their sleeves and engage deeply in our community and around our world. We go beyond the walls of our church with the gospel to strengthen families, fight poverty, care for the elderly, and seek justice. We want to see children protected, families supported, and the elderly cared for so they can flourish in God’s original design.
Team Roles
- Princetown Care Portal Team - Respond to needs vetted by Schenectady County caseworkers to support foster families and families in crisis. *Care-Portal Training Required
- Marilyn's Ministry - This team impacts the lives of our elderly. They visit, sing with, and encourage homebound and nursing home seniors.
- Funeral Food Team - Enjoy cooking or baking? Sign up to provide sides or desserts when there is a funeral reception held at the church.
- Meal Train Team - Do you have the gift of mercy and like to help families with a meal when there's a need? Join our Meal Train team to serve when there is a need and you are able.
- Connection Committee - Help to plan, set up/breakdown, decorate & execute events for our special events and strategic partners like FCA, Schalmont Schools (i.e. Trunk or Treat, Seminars, student/teacher appreciation)
Facilities & Deacons
Help cultivate an environment where people can experience a sense of peace, comfort, and belonging. Whether on the church property or at the home of someone in the community, if you have a green thumb, a knack for fixing things, an eye for aesthetics, or a love for creating a clean and organized environment, we welcome you to this dedicated group.
Team Roles
- Cleaning
- Gardening/Landscaping
- Maintenance
- Construction
Community Partners
Interested in serving in the community with some of our local ministry partners?
Questions About Serving?
Not sure where to start? Heather Moran, Princetown Church's Office Manager, would love to help you with any questions you have about serving!