Worship Ministries

 Sunday Greeter

Greet and welcome people as they arrive for worship, direct people to the nursery and children’s areas, hand out worship bulletins, smile and extend a warm welcome to North Cross Church.

        Time: 30 minutes each week

        Days: Sunday mornings

        Contact: Jim Oliphant - jimo@northcrosschurch.org

 Sunday Usher

Assist in worship by handing out worship bulletins and attendance notebooks; assist with the collection of the offering.

        Time: 1 hour each week

        Days: Sunday mornings

        Contact: Jim Oliphant - jimo@northcrosschurch.org

 Sanctuary Steward

Assist with preparing the sanctuary for worship each week by maintaining candles, prayer cards, offering envelopes, etc.

        Time: 30 minutes each week

        Days: Flexible

        Contact: Church Office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 Communion Coordinator

Coordinate our communion service each Sunday by scheduling a volunteer to provide the elements and securing stewards to serve communion each week.

        Time: 30 minutes each week

        Days: Flexible

        Contact: Flint Shea - flint@northcrosschurch.org

 Communion Provider

Provide the bread and juice for communion and set up the altar for communion each Sunday.  Requires a one month commitment

        Time: 30 minutes each week

        Days: Flexible, Sunday mornings

        Contact: Church Office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 Communion Steward

Serve on a rotating basis to assist Rev. Shea in serving communion during Sunday morning worship

        Time: 15 minutes

        Days: Sunday mornings

        Contact: Church Office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 Acolyte Coordinator

Coordinate the calendar for children to serve as acolytes for each service.  Only requires phone calling!

        Time: 30 minutes each week

        Days: Flexible

        Contact: Church Office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 Flower Coordinator

Coordinate flower ordering, delivery, care and arrangement for two special seasonal events: Easter Lilies and Christmas Poinsettias.

        Time: March - April (Easter) and November - December (Christmas)

        Days: Flexible             

        Contact: Church Office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 Seasonal Decorations

Coordinate Easter and Christmas decorations for the church.  Help with set up and take down of the decorations.

        Time: March - April (Easter) and November - December (Christmas)

        Days: Flexible             

        Contact: Church Office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 Wedding Coordinator

Serve as wedding coordinator for weddings held at our church.  Assist Rev. Shea with rehearsal and wedding day responsibilities.

        Time: 4-6 hours, as needed

        Days: Friday evening, Saturday evening, as needed

        Contact: Flint Shea - flint@northcrosschurch.org

 

Children’s Ministries

 Sunday Nursery Worker

Care for infants and crawlers in the nursery on Sunday mornings.  Must be “diaper-willing!”  Dates can rotate.  Minimal training required.

        Time: 1 - 1 1/2 hour

        Days: Sunday Mornings, as needed        

        Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 Sunday Toddler Worker

Care for children ages 18 mo. to 3 years old.  Assist lead teacher with Bible Lesson.  Dates can rotate.  Minimal training required.

        Time: 1 hour per month

        Days: Sunday Mornings    

        Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 Leadership Team Meeting Childcare

Care for children (age range varies) during monthly board meetings held from 6-8pm on the second Monday of each month.  Minimal training required.

        Time: 1 meeting per quarter

        Days: 2nd Monday of the month

        Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 Special Occasion Childcare

Care for children during special church events such as Sunday afternoon services or meetings.  Dates will vary according to church schedule.

        Time: 1-2 hours per event

        Days: Varies

        Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 Sunday School Teacher

Lead children’s Sunday School lessons on Sunday mornings for specified age groups.  Materials and plans provided.  Meet with director periodically.

        Time: 1 hour per week

        Days: Sunday Mornings        

        Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org 

Sunday School Teacher’s Assistant

Assist the children’s Sunday School teacher with the lesson, crafts, etc..  Materials and plans provided.  Meet with director periodically.

        Time: 1 hour per week

        Days: Sunday Mornings        

        Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 “In-a-Pinch” Volunteer

Assist with children’s Sunday School in-a-pinch when we are blessed to have an abundance of children one Sunday!

        Time: 1 hour per week

        Days: As needed

        Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 Children’s Music Leader

Begin a children’s music program; help with special programs and Vacation Bible School.

        Time: As needed to plan

        Days: At your discretion

        Contact: Meg Frazier - megf@northcrosschurch.org

 

Children’s Bell Choir Leader

Begin a children’s bell choir; help with special programs and Vacation Bible School.

        Time: As needed to plan

        Days: At your discretion

        Contact: Meg Frazier - megf@northcrosschurch.org

 

Children’s Ministries, The Great Egg Hunt

The Great Egg Hunt Coordinator

Coordinate our annual Easter Egg Hunt for the children of our church and community.  Work with volunteers on the logistics of the day.

        Time: As needed to plan

        Days: The Great Egg Hunt, 12pm (noon), April 1, 2007

        Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 The Great Egg Hunt Assistant

Assist the coordinator with our annual Easter Egg Hunt. 

        Time: As needed to plan

        Days: The Great Egg Hunt, 12pm (noon), April 1, 2007

        Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 The Great Egg Hunt Prize Coordinator

Assist the coordinator with our annual Easter Egg Hunt by securing prizes for the children. 

        Time: As needed to plan

        Days: The Great Egg Hunt, 12pm (noon), April 1, 2007

        Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 

Children’s Ministries, Vacation Bible School

 Vacation Bible School Group Leader

Lead one VBS age-group of children during our VBS program.  Direct children through different stations, and help station leaders.   Curriculum provided and planning meetings required.

        Time: As needed to plan

        Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 Vacation Bible School Station Leader

Coordinate one of the following stations for VBS: storytelling, crafts, games or snacks.  Curriculum provided and planning meetings required.

       Time: As needed to plan

        Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 Vacation Bible School Music Leader

Coordinate the music for VBS and lead the music station for children.  Music and curriculum provided, planning meetings required.

       Time: As needed to plan

        Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 VBS Leader’s Assistant

Assist either a group or station leader with children during VBS weekend.  Great for youth or those new to VBS.  Some planning meetings required.

       Time: As needed to plan

        Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 

 Children’s Ministries, Trunk or Treat

 Halloween Trunk or Treat Coordinator

Coordinate the Halloween Trunk or Treat.

       Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 Halloween Trunk or Treat Assistant

Help coordinate the Halloween Trunk or Treat.

       Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 

Youth Ministries

 Confirmation Mentor

Serve as an adult mentor for one of our youth as he or she goes through Confirmation.  Attend at least 2 confirmation classes and stand with your confirmand as he or she is confirmed.

        Time: 4 hours required, more if desired                                                

       Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 Youth Counselor

Serve as an adult counselor in our youth group.  Play an important role in the spiritual development of our youth by being a part of their lives.

        Time: 2 1/2 hours per week on Sunday Evenings

        Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 Mid-Week Bible Study Leader

Lead a small discussion group with youth who are interested in studying the Bible.  This is a great opportunity for spiritual growth for our teens and you!

        Time: 1 hour per week

        Days: At your discretion

       Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

Youth Vacation Bible School Leader

Lead a group of youth during this year’s Vacation Bible School.  Materials and curriculum provided, planning meetings required.

        Time: As needed to plan

       Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 Special Events

Help with special events such as fund-raisers, service projects, progressive suppers, youth outings and other activities.

       Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 Youth Volunteer Driver

Help provide transportation for local excursions.  You will be called to participate for a specific event.

       Contact: Cindy Sparacino - kids@northcrosschurch.org

 

Spiritual Growth Ministries

 Adult Education Coordinator

Be a part of a team that brainstorms new ideas for adult education, Bible studies, etc.

       Contact: Cindy Sparacino - cindys@northcrosschurch.org

 Disciple I Bible Study Leader

Lead a 34-week Disciple I class, to begin this fall.  Must be a

Disciple I graduate or be available to attend training.

        Days: To begin September 2006 through May 2007

       Contact: Cindy Sparacino - cindys@northcrosschurch.org

 Spiritual Gifts

Help with training people in the area of spiritual gifts discovery and finding a place to serve Christ in the church.  Materials and training available.

       Contact: Cindy Sparacino - cindys@northcrosschurch.org

 Adult Studies Leader

Lead a short term (6-8 weeks) small group by facilitating group discussions.  Materials and curriculum provided.

       Contact: Cindy Sparacino - cindys@northcrosschurch.org

 Small Group Host

Open your home for adult small groups.  You do not need to lead the group, just provide your home!

       Contact: Cindy Sparacino - cindys@northcrosschurch.org

 Adult Vacation Bible School Discussion Leader

Be a discussion leader for our Family Vacation Bible School.  Curriculum and materials provided, training meetings required.

        Time: As needed to plan

        Days: Friday, August 4, 2006, 6pm - 8:30pm; Saturday, August 5th, 10am-4pm;

                Sunday, August 6th, 10am Worship

       Contact: Cindy Sparacino - cindys@northcrosschurch.org

 

Fellowship Ministries

 Fellowship Events Coordinator

Help organize for church-wide events such as our Anniversary Banquet, Administrative Board potluck dinners, and other social events.

        Contact: Church office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 Fellowship Events Assistant

Assist in organizing for church-wide events such as Anniversary Banquet, Administrative Board potluck dinners, and other social events.

        Contact: Church office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 Fellowship Events Meal Coordinator

Assist in planning and preparing meals for church-wide events such as Anniversary Banquet, Administrative Board potluck dinners, and other social events.

        Contact: Church office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 Fellowship Events Decorations Coordinator

Assist in planning and decorating for church-wide events such as the Anniversary Banquet.

        Contact: Church office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 Fellowship Events Set-Up and Take-Down

Assist in setting up and cleaning up before and after church-wide events such as Anniversary Banquet, Administrative Board potluck dinners, and other social events.

        Contact: Church office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 

Hospitality Ministries

 Sunday Greeter

Greet and welcome people as they arrive for worship, direct people to the nursery and children’s areas, hand out worship bulletins, smile and extend a warm welcome to North Cross Church.

        Time: 30 minutes each week

        Days: Sunday mornings

        Contact: Jim Oliphant - jimo@northcrosschurch.org

 Welcome Center Greeter

Be stationed in our new Welcome Center, answer visitor’s questions, smile and extend a warm welcome to North Cross Church.  This can be combined with the Sunday Volunteer Receptionist position.

        Time: 30 minutes each week

        Days: Sunday mornings

        Contact: Jim Oliphant - jimo@northcrosschurch.org

 Sunday Volunteer Receptionist

Answer the phones at the church office on Sunday mornings to let callers know what time services begin and give directions to the church .

        Time: 1 1/2 hour per week

        Days: Sunday mornings

        Contact: Jim Oliphant - jimo@northcrosschurch.org

 Parking Lot Attendant

Direct traffic in the parking lots on Sunday mornings, carry an umbrella for someone if it rains, offer assistance to people exiting their cars, and extend a warm greeting to those coming to church.

        Time: 30 minutes each week

        Days: Sunday mornings

        Contact: Jim Oliphant - jimo@northcrosschurch.org 

Bakers Team

Help by baking goods such as cookies, breads, or pastries to be distributed to first-time visitors on Sunday mornings.

        Time: At least one week per month, preferably for the entire month

        Days: Goodies to be ready for Sunday mornings

        Contact: Jim Oliphant - jimo@northcrosschurch.org

  Funeral Host/Hostess

Be on hand for funerals held at the church to answer phones, help with coffee and refreshments, and general hospitality assistance.

        Time: As needed

        Days: As needed

        Contact: Church Office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 

 

Missions and Service Project Ministries

 Mission Trips

Join a team to brainstorm and coordinate trips and outreach projects for youth and adults.

        Contact: Jessica Borstel - serviceprojects@northcrosschurch.org

 Methodist Children’s Home

Help coordinate and implement projects to support the Methodist Children’s Homes in New Orleans and Ruston.

        Contact: Jessica Borstel - serviceprojects@northcrosschurch.org

 Coats for Kids Assistant

Assist in the organization, collecting and delivering our “Coats for Kids” in October.

        Contact: Jessica Borstel - serviceprojects@northcrosschurch.org

 Thanksgiving Food Baskets Assistant

Assist in the organization, collecting, and delivering of our Thanksgiving Food Baskets in November.

       Contact: Jessica Borstel - serviceprojects@northcrosschurch.org

 Giving Tree Assistant

Assist in the organization, collecting, and delivering  of our Giving Tree presents in December.

        Contact: Jessica Borstel - serviceprojects@northcrosschurch.org

 

 

Disaster Response Ministries

 

 Disaster Preparedness Coordinator

Lead a team to brainstorm ways to be prepared for future disasters, both in South Louisiana and away.  Have plans in place for North Cross to meet the needs of any affected community - much as the groups who responded quickly to our needs have done.

       Contact: Church office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 Disaster Preparedness Team Member

Be on a team to brainstorm ways to be prepared for future disasters, both in South Louisiana and away.  Have plans in place for North Cross to meet the needs of any affected community - much as the groups who responded quickly to our needs have done.

       Contact: Church office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 Relief Worker Greeter

Greet groups of relief workers as they continue to come work in our community and stay at our church.  Open the church doors for them, review lock up procedures, and answer any questions they might have.

        Time: 1 hour, as needed

        Days: On group’s arrival day, as needed

       Contact: Church office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 

Senior Adult Ministries

 Seniors Bible Study

Lead a day-time bible study group for our senior adults living in retirement communities.

        Time: 1-2 hours per week

        Contact: Church Office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 Seniors Luncheon Coordinator

Coordinate monthly senior adult luncheons at the church.

        Time: 2-4 hours per month

        Contact: Church Office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 Special Trips

Help coordinate special trips and outings for senior adults.

        Contact: Church Office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 

Music Ministries

 Adult Choir

Adults and youth who have a heart for worship and a desire to praise God in song are always welcome to join our choir!

        Time: 3 hours, weekly

        Days: 7-8pm practice, Wed. nights, Sunday morning worship

        Contact: Meg Frazier - megf@northcrosschurch.org           

 Children’s Music Leader

Begin a children’s music program; help with special programs and Vacation Bible School music.

        Time: As needed to plan

        Days: At your discretion

        Contact: Meg Frazier - megf@northcrosschurch.org

 Children’s Bell Choir Leader

Begin a children’s bell choir; help with special programs and Vacation Bible School.

        Time: As needed to plan

        Days: At your discretion

        Contact: Meg Frazier - megf@northcrosschurch.org

 Traditional Music Instrumentalists

Skilled musicians are welcome to share their talents in our traditional worship service.

        Time: As needed

        Days: Practices and Sunday morning worship

        Contact: Meg Frazier - megf@northcrosschurch.org

Contemporary Worship Musicians

Skilled musicians are welcome to share their talents in our new contemporary worship service.

        Time: Varies

        Days: Practices and Sunday morning worship

       Contact: Meg Frazier - megf@northcrosschurch.org

 

Audio / Visual Ministries

 Audio Technician

Run sound equipment and record morning worship and other special services.  Training available.

        Time: 1 hour per week

        Days: Sunday mornings and as needed

        Contact: Fred Borstel -  avteam@northcrosschurch.org 

Lighting Technician

Run lighting equipment for morning worship and other special services.  Training  available.

        Time: 1 hour per week

        Days: Sunday mornings and as needed

        Contact: Fred Borstel -  avteam@northcrosschurch.org

 Video Technician

Operate video equipment for morning worship and other special services.  Training available.

        Time: 1 hour per week

        Days: Sunday mornings and as needed

        Contact: Fred Borstel -  avteam@northcrosschurch.org

 Media Presentations

Prepare Powerpoint for morning worship and other special services.  Training available.

        Time: 1 hour per week

        Days: Flexible

       Contact: Fred Borstel -  avteam@northcrosschurch.org

 Sermon Archive Ministry

Burn CDs of recorded sermons and label for distribution.  Training available.

        Time: 1 hour per week

        Days: Flexible

        Contact: Fred Borstel  -  avteam@northcrosschurch.org

 Digital Still Photography

Help record the events of North Cross Church through digital still pictures and provide a copy of the files to the church.

        Time: As needed

       Contact: Fred Borstel -  avteam@northcrosschurch.org

 Videography

Help record the events of North Cross Church through digital video and provide a copy of the tape or files to the church.

        Time: As needed

       Contact: Fred Borstel -  avteam@northcrosschurch.org

 

Office Assistance

 Volunteer Receptionist

Serve for a full day or half day at the church by answering phones, making copies, making phone calls, and greeting walk-in visitors.

        Time: Anytime between 8:30am - 4:30pm

        Days: Any day, Monday - Thursday

        Contact: Leslie Cummins - lesliec@northcrosschurch.org

 Bulletin Folders

Help fold the Sunday worship bulletins on Thursday afternoons.

        Time: 1 hour/week

        Days: Thursday afternoons

       Contact: Leslie Cummins - lesliec@northcrosschurch.org

Media Presentations

Prepare Powerpoint for morning worship and other special services.  Training available.

        Time: 1 hour per week

        Days: Flexible

       Contact: Leslie Cummins - lesliec@northcrosschurch.org

 Newsletter Assistant

Help fold and mail monthly newsletters.

        Time: 1 hour/month

        Days: Around the 1st of each month

       Contact: Leslie Cummins - lesliec@northcrosschurch.org

 

Publicity Assistance

 Public Relations Coordinator

Coordinate with our pastor and office staff to identify opportunities to publicize church events in our community.

       Contact: Leslie Cummins - lesliec@northcrosschurch.org

 Graphic Designer

Use your graphic design skills to enhance our publications, mailers and website.

       Contact: Leslie Cummins - lesliec@northcrosschurch.org

 Newspaper Columnist

Write and submit articles about church events and ministries to our local papers.

       Contact: Leslie Cummins - lesliec@northcrosschurch.org

 Direct Mail Assistance

Assist in planning  and implementing text and design for our community-wide mailers.

       Contact: Leslie Cummins - lesliec@northcrosschurch.org

 

Building and Grounds Maintenance

 Grounds Maintenance

Help maintain the church property by picking up limbs, cleaning out gutters, etc.

        Days: As needed

        Contact: Church Office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 Landscape Planning

Work with landscape team to design and plan church landscape.

        Contact: Church Office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 Minor Handywork

Help maintain the church building or make improvements.  Skills needed in carpentry, electricity, painting, installation of items such as shelves, etc.

        Days: As needed

        Contact: Church Office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 

Miscellaneous

 Help Where Needed

This miscellaneous category means exactly what it says!  You might be called on to help at the office, move tables or chairs - or anything else as the needs arise.

        Contact: Church Office - office@northcrosschurch.org

 

Church Committees and Ministry Teams

 The following committees are specified by The United Methodist Book of Discipline.  These are elected committees with various terms of service.

Finance Committee

        This committee oversees the church’s fiscal matters, including the development of the church budget and recommending policies.  Members are elected yearly.

Staff-Parish Relations Committee (SPRC)

This committee serves as the personnel department of North Cross Church.  The SPRC addresses staffing concerns, performance reviews, and remuneration.  Members are elected for a three-year term.

Trustees

This committee is the legal arm of the church.  The Trustees are responsible for all property, insurance and liability.  Members are elected for a three-year term.

  

The following committees and ministry teams are responsible for other aspects of our church life.

Long-Range Planning Committee

This committee engages in research and planning as it relates to the future ministry and building plans of North Cross.

Missions and Service Projects Committee

This committee coordinates and implements various service projects for our church family throughout the year.

New-Residents Ministry Team

This newly-forming team will brainstorm ways to reach out and welcome new residents and other persons relocating to the area.

Stewardship Committee

This committee is charged with teaching and encouraging the congregation in the area of good Christian financial stewardship, and develops the annual budget campaign.

Worship Committee

This committee works closely with our pastor to ensure that all aspects of worship are         tended to.  The Worship Committee also assists in planning special worship services held throughout the year.