Serve/Give
Administrative Services
Computer Services
Volunteer your services in the church office if you have a thorough understanding of Microsoft products and Windows 2000. Contact Terry Mattix.Contact Terry Mattix (terry@pray.org)
Interior Decor Services
Assist in maintaining a pleasant interior of the church by giving input regarding color selections and placing silk trees, plants and flower arrangements in appropriate areas, especially seasonally and occasionally for special events. Contact Emmette Emswiller.Maintenance
Help with ongoing special projects that involve occasional carpentry, painting and general upkeep of the facility. Use your skills for the Lord. Contact Emmette Emswiler.Contact Emmette Emswiler (emmette@pray.org) (326-3000)
Receptionist
Serve as a receptionist in the church office from time to time. Responsibilities include receiving guests and directing phone calls to the proper person. Contact Terry Mattix.Contact Terry Mattix (terry@pray.org) (326-3000)
Sunday Mornings
Lord's Supper Preparation
Prepare elements for the Lord's Supper on Saturday and help coordinate and clean up on Sunday. Contact Gene Stallings (919-510-9533).Contact Gene Stallings (510-9533) 510-9533
Special Events
Join others in the planning and implementation of many special events at Providence such as Summer Celebration, the church anniversary, the Love Feast and churchwide conferences and seminars. Contact Lynn Swanson.
Communication Services
Writing/Editorial Team
Communicate the message of Providence's ministries to its people. We need feature writers for the monthly magazine, Inside Providence.Contact Kristie Melvin (kristie@pray.org) (326-3000)
Photographers
We need people to photograph special events at Providence for our publications and archiving purposes.Contact Kristie Melvin (kristie@pray.org) (326-3000)
Adult Ministries
Adult Life Classes
Inreach Leaders
Help create an environment of encouragement, friendship and caring among class members.Contact Leon Tucker, Joel McDaniel or Nancy Corson (leon@pray.org; joel@pray.org; nancy@pray.org)
Missions LIFE Class Leader
Help fulfill the Great Commission by creating opportunities for class members to pray for and support missionaries in various ways.Contact Leon Tucker, Joel McDaniel or Nancy Corson (leon@pray.org; joel@pray.org; nancy@pray.org)
Outreach Leaders
Promote interest and willingness to bring unbelievers and non-churched people to class. Maintain contact with class prospects.Contact Leon Tucker, Joel McDaniel or Nancy Corson (leon@pray.org; joel@pray.org; nancy@pray.org)
Prayer LIFE Class leader
Encourage members to pray for each other and organize prayer chains for urgent requests. Teachers Teach a balanced Christian curriculum to adults.Contact Leon Tucker, Joel McDaniel or Nancy Corson (leon@pray.org; joel@pray.org; nancy@pray.org)
Senior Adults
Serve senior adults (55+) through a LIFE class, the ElderHeart Ministry or through the senior adult council.Contact Nancy Corson (nancy@pray.org) (326-3000)
Special Needs Adults
Serve adults (18+) with special learning needs and their caregivers by teaching a special LIFE class, providing respite care, mentoring and offering encouragement.Contact Nancy Corson (Nancy@pray.org)
Children's Ministries
Providence Kids' Teachers, Helpers, Song Leaders and Story Tellers
Serve on a teaching team during one of the three worship hours on Sunday morning. All teachers attend a New Teacher Orientation where they learn our procedures as well as receive their curriculum. Monthly planning sessions further equip them as well as provide fellowship with the 200 other Children’s Ministry teachers and staff.Contact Kelly Zargo (kelly@pray.org) (326-3000)
Awana Game Director
Lead games for Awana on Wednesday evenings 6:30-8 p.m. We provide your shirt, whistle, game ideas, supplies and the kids. You bring enthusiasm and a loud voice.Contact Kevin Sweat (Kevin@pray.org) (326-3000)
Early Childhood Substitute Teachers
Early Childhood (babies - Kindergarten) Substitute Teachers are a vital part of our ministry. It takes over 60 subs to fill our classes on Sunday morning. Substitute teachers fill in for teachers who have to be out or in classrooms that do not have regular teachers. We ask that subs commit to one or two weeks per month. They don’t go in the same classroom each week but if they have an age preference we try to accommodate the preference.
Contact Kelly Zargo (kelly@pray.org)
Special Needs Helper
Do you have a heart for, or special expertise with, children with special needs? We are looking for individuals with training or experience in special education, occupational therapy, speech/language pathology, physical therapy and those interested in helping children with special needs. Our needs are at both the 9:30 or 11 a.m. hour.
Contact Kelly Zargo (kelly@pray.org) (326-3000)
College Ministry
International Student Ministry
There are more than 8,000 international students in the Triangle area and even more international scholars. If you are interested in becoming friends with these students, having them over for a meal in your home, or being part of our team, please get in touch with us.Contact C Bug (chip@pray.org) (326-3000)
Leadership Team
Assist in providing leadership to the overall College Ministry. Get involved with small group Bible studies or outreach to Triangle-area college students. Help us impact the college-age generation to live for His glory.Contact Shirley Doherty (shirley@pray.org) (326-3000)
Community Ministries
Downtown Raleigh Outreach
Downtown Raleigh Outreach Providence has the opportunity to join with Church in the Woods ministry to help serve and feed those who are homeless and needy in the downtown Raleigh area every second Saturday of the month at 11:30 a.m. We will be meeting at Moore Square, just across the street from the Salvation Army. Our church will be providing a hot meal for 100-200 people and sharing the Gospel. We need volunteers to provide, transport and serve food.Contact Kim Tant (kim.tant@captiveaire.com) 757-4670
Raleigh Gardens Opportunities
In our quest to know Jesus, we want to make Him known in the community by forming friendships and taking advantage of ever discipleship opportunity. Providence has an amazing opportunity to do just that, right in our own backyard. The Raleigh Gardens housing complex is located behind the church. Our ministry outreach to this community has grown over the past year and as we expand the program and get more people involved, we need more volunteers. Please consider making at least a six-week commitment to one of the programs listed in the ongoing ministries section below.
- Kids Club invites elementary-aged children for a time of Bible study, activities and snacks on Saturdays from 1-3 p.m. Children are taught and encouraged from the Word of God and enjoy field trips and service projects.
- Youth Night meets on Thursdays from 7-9 p.m. Middle and high school students enjoy Bible study and games that help us grow in faith. We also have special events and trips.
- Women's Bible Study meets on the second Saturday of every month from 1-3 p.m. and is an awesome opportunity to form relationships, woman to woman and mom to mom. Join us after you drop your child off at Kids' Club. We will discuss spiritual, emotional and general life issues while focusing on God's Word and promises.
- Back-to-School Supply Drive: Many children don't have the opportunity to have new school supplies at the beginning of the school year. We want to provide kids with the tools they need to have a great academic year in school.
- Thanksgiving Outreach provides holiday meals to families in need by collecting specific food items. This outreach is a wonderful opportunity for families to minister to families by hand-delivering food baskets to residents.
- Christmas Toy Store helps parents living in Raleigh Gardens and surrounding communities give their children a wonderful new gift on Christmas morning. More than 50 volunteers are needed to help make this ministry a success.
- Bicycle Outreach: Do you have a bike that needs a new home? Please consider donating your bicycle to our ministry for the kids in Raleigh Gardens. Bikes, helmets (preferably new) and bike parts are needed as we connect with the young ones of this neighborhood. Contact Bob Mishler (422-7663).
Contact Honey Beth Wiggs (honey@pray.org) (326-3000)
ESL
ESL (English as a Second Language) Ministry If you desire to make an impact in the lives of internationals in our community, consider volunteering with Providence's ESL ministry. The next session of ESL classes will begin August 26 and will run every Thursday from 7-9 p.m. until November 18. We are especially in need of volunteers for teaching ESL (teacher training will be provided) and childcare workers. However, volunteers can also be involved in prayer ministry, social activities and ESL student recruitment. PLEASE NOTE: No knowledge of a foreign language is required to volunteer.Contact Paul Schrum (paul.schrum@gmail.com) (745-9173)
Disaster Relief and Handyman
Disaster Relief and Handyman Ministry Providence is in the process of forming a Disaster Relief and Recovery Team. Our desire is to be equipped and ready to respond to local or national disasters as well as supply basic handyman services where needed. This team will help give people the love and support they need during critical times in their lives.
The following are current and ongoing construction needs.
Clayton, N.C.: House of Hope would love to have you get involved several available projects and volunteer teams can be any size. Some of the projects are:
- Building a new outdoor food storage building
- Building a new outdoor equipment storage building
- Purchasing and installing a gazebo to be placed between the two houses for relaxation
Gulfport, Miss.: The rebuilding efforts continue following Hurricane Katrina. N.C. Baptist Men are seeking to rebuild 700 homes and are asking for volunteers of all experience levels. Due to the distance of travel to this site, we are seeking teams of approximately 9-12 people who can commit from Monday to Sunday or seven days. Cost is $200 per person to cover all travel, meals and lodging.
Contact Scott Ryals (scott.ryals@ncmail.net) 383-1105
Prison Ministry
Every Monday night Providence holds Bible studies for young adult inmates at Polk Correctional in Butner. Volunteers are needed to lead a small group discussion. Volunteers must be males over the age of 21.Contact Mel Blinson 847-3371
Evangelism Ministry
Greeters
We want to welcome folks to Providence with the warmth of God's love that comes from our heart. You can help prepare a heart for the seed of the Word. We need men and women ages 18 and older to help at the 8:00, 9:30 or 11:00 a.m. services.Contact Nick Roark (nick@pray.org) (326-3000)
Ushers
Please consider helping guests feel welcome by assisting them in locating a seat for worship and collect the tithes and offerings. We need men and women ages 18 and older to serve at the 8:00, 9:30 or 11:00 a.m. services.Contact Nick Roark (nick@pray.org) (326-3000)
Parking
Begin someone's visit to Providence with a warm welcome and courteous guidance to a parking space. Remember, if they can't park, they won't stay. Opportunities for service in this vital area of ministry are needed yearlong.Contact Kevin Nunnery (781-1653)
Welcome Center/ Welcome Kiosk Personnel
Welcome Center Personnel "How do I get to where I need to be?" "Where is the nursery?" "Do you have classes for…?" Guests sometimes need information and directions, and that's what you'll provide. We need of men and women ages 18 and older at the 8:00, 9:30 or 11:00 a.m. services.Contact Nick Roark (nick@pray.org) (326-3000)
Library Ministry
Library Staff
Assist in operating the church library or help design displays and decorate bulletin boards.Contact Nancy Corson (nancy@pray.org) (326-3000)
Library Team
Members of the library team check in and check out books, videos and audiocassettes. They help guide individual users in selecting materials and are goodwill ambassadors for the library.Contact Nancy Corson (nancy@pray.org) (326-3000)
Men's Ministry
Men's Leadership Focus Breakfast Study
This study meets every Tuesday morning at 6:30 a.m. Team members are needed for cooking, set-up, breakdown, table hosts, greeters and prayer.Contact Bill Hughes, Joel McDaniel or Leon Tucker (326-3000)
Men's Neighborhood Huddle Leaders
Lead a small group of 2 to 8 men in accountability, prayer, study and friendship.Contact Joel McDaniel (joel@pray.org) (326-3000)
Men's Outdoor Events
Serve in the efforts to reach men through the venues of hunting, fishing and biking.Contact Joel McDaniel (joel@pray.org) (326-3000)
Missions Ministry
Missions Festival Team
Make this year's Missions Festival a focus for the whole family. Help is needed with ministry-specific events, registration, escorting and housing our missionaries, and much more.Contact Madalyn Gaito (madalyn@pray.org) (326-3000)
Missions Team
With the ever-changing face of ministry, communication is of vital importance to our Missions Ministry. There are three areas where you could utilize your gifts and talents on the missions team: prayer, partnership and publicity.Contact Madalyn Gaito (madalyn@pray.org) (326-3000)
Summer Mission Opportunities
During the summer months, there will be several mission trips to choose from for you and your family. Each of us has been given a gift by God to use, and there is a trip that will be just right for you.Contact Madalyn Gaito (madalyn@pray.org) (326-3000)
Prayer Ministry
Aaron and Hur
As Aaron and Hur supported Moses and Joshua, we have the opportunity to support the church services by asking God to anoint the music and teaching of each worship service while the service is taking place. Your commitment would be to pray with others in the prayer suite, room C during one Sunday morning service per quarter.
Contact Judy Gilson (judy@pray.org) (326-3000)
Grandmothers at Prayer
Christian grandmothers join together monthly, responding to God's call to stand in the gap (Ezekiel 22:30). If you are a grandmother, please consider joining with other "GAP" warriors the second Sunday of each month at 9:30 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. in then prayer suite, room A.
Contact Jackie Brown (851-7141)
Ministry Prayer Teams
Do you have a prayer burden for a specific Providence ministry? Many Providence ministry areas have prayer teams in place that actively pray for that ministry area. The prayer ministry will assist you in joining or forming a team.
Contact Judy Gilson (judy@pray.org) (326-3000)
Senior Pastor Prayer Team
Members of this team commit to pray for our Senior Pastor, David Horner, on a specific day each week. The team's prayer concerns include Pastor Horner's family and ministry.
Contact Mike Williams (mike@pray.org) (326-3000)
The Upper Room
The Upper Room is Providence's intercessory prayer ministry. In addition to personal requests, prayers are lifted up regularly for our nation and government, missionaries, salvation of the lost, Providence, area church leaders and members, job seekers, students and more.
Contact Lois Douglas (lois@pray.org) (326-3000, ext. 328 or 329).
Day Watch
Intercessors agree to pray for one hour (same day, same hour) each week in the Upper Room on Providence's 1st floor between the hours of 5 a.m.-10 p.m. An orientation session is required.
Contact Lois Douglas (lois@pray.org) (326-3000, ext. 328 or 329).
Night Watch
Intercessors agree to pray for 30 minutes to one hour per week at home during the evening. Non-confidential requests are mailed or e-mailed monthly.
Contact Upper Room Office (upper_room@pray.org) (326-3000, ext. 328 or 329).)
Anna's Army and Simeon's Soldiers
Intercessors who are restricted from participating in the Upper Room activities because of age, health or practical circumstances may pray at home at any time for non-confidential requests, which are mailed or e-mailed monthly.
Contact Upper Room office (upper_room@pray.org) (326-3000, ext. 328 or 329).)
Wedding Prayer
This prayer team undergirds the couples who are to be married at Providence as well as lifts up any specific prayer requests that they may have.
Contact Lynn Swanson (lynns@pray.org) (326-3000)
Shepherding Ministries
Adoption and Orphan Care
Join others in providing leadership through education, coaching and support for this community of believers.Contact Teresa George (556-6808).
Benevolence
Do you have a heart for those less fortunate? Join other Providence members as they work with those who have pressing needs for financial assistance with food, utilities, clothing and other concerns.Contact Larry Gilson (larry@pray.org) (326-3000)
Cup of Cold Water
Do you enjoy helping others in need? This ministry connects people who have practical skills (carpentry, appliance repair, transportation, etc.) with others who have a need for those specific skills.Contact Jim Maas (877-0858)
Empty Arms
Join with others who are mourning either a miscarriage or stillbirth in their family.Contact Kelly Hogan (341-0918)
Flock Leaders
Lead a small, home group of 5 to 20 people in prayer, study and friendship. Open to those who desire to lead or host a small group. Flock group leaders are trained, and groups are helped to form.Contact Becky Estes (becky@pray.org) (326-3000)
God's Recycled Blessings
This ministry matches people in need of household items with those who have useable, workable household items they would like to donate.Contact Jim Maas (877-0858)
Hospital Ministry Team
Minister to families in the congregation through hospital visitation and home follow-up.Contact Larry Gilson (larry@pray.org) (326-3000)
Marriage and Family Ministry
Join others with a passion to promote and to encourage strong and effective marriages and families.Contact Bob Stancil (bob@pray.org) (326-3000)
Marriage Mentors
Mature, experienced couples are needed to encourage other couples in developing strong marriages by sharing what God has taught them.Contact Bob Stancil (bob@pray.org) (326-3000)
Martha Ministry
Provide meals to grieving Providence families during the times of death in their immediate families. Contact Becky Estes (326-3000).Contact Becky Estes (becky@pray.org) (326-3000)
Member Assimilaton Team
Providence typically trains 200 to 250 prospective members each year. The member assimilation team provides leadership and assistance for the new member training process.Contact Bob Stancil (bob@pray.org) (326-3000)
Specialty Group Leaders
Lead a small group of five to 20 people in a special area of study, prayer and friendship.Contact Becky Estes (becky@pray.org) (326-3000)
Stephen Ministry
Training for caregivers begins September 26. Call Brochures are available on the Shepherding Ministries information board in the welcome center lobby.Contact Susan Roeger (847-4218)
Singles Ministry
Singles Leadership
Help provide leadership through LIFE classes on Sunday mornings. Teachers, assistant teachers, class administrators, inreach, outreach and prayer leaders are needed.Contact Bev Benfield (bev@pray.org) (326-3000)
Gathering Team
Gathering Ministry Team Help provide a safe, welcoming, and caring environment for those who attend the Gathering. We need people who are willing to pray, help in the parking lot or serve as greeters or ushers.Contact Jay Veverka (jayv@pray.org) (326-3000)
Student Ministries
Refinery
Encourage students to grow deeper in Christ by serving at Refinery, which meets in area homes on the first, third, fourth and fifth Wednesdays of the month. You will have an opportunity to minister to students through fellowship, sincere sharing and study of God's Word.
For the safety of our students, we perform a background check on all volunteers serving with the students at Providence.
Contact Stephanie Wood (stephanie@pray.org) (326-3000)
Refuge
Support Student Ministry's monthly night of worship, Refuge. Volunteers are needed to help plan and implement the program including music, drama and games. It is the perfect opportunity to build relationships with middle and high school students. Refuge meets the second Wednesday night of each month.
For the safety of our students, we perform a background check on all volunteers serving with the students at Providence.
Contact Stephanie Wood (Stephanie@pray.org) (326-3000)
Connections - Sunday School
Help our students mature in their relationship with Christ through Sunday morning Bible studies. Volunteers are needed to teach students, contact them during the week, reach out to visitors, and plan and attend socials.
For the safety of our students, we perform a background check on all volunteers serving with the students at Providence.
Contact Stephanie Wood (stephanie@pray.org) (326-3000)
Joy Prom Leadership
Joy Prom 2010 will take place on April 30. We are excited to start planning for this event. If you are interested in serving on the Joy Prom leadership team in a committee head role, contact Katie Honeycutt (kncorz@yahoo.com) or Joel Smith (326-3000 or joels@pray.org) for more information on our needs for leaders this year. We cannot successfully host this event without a big team of committed leaders, so we look forward to serving with you.Contact Katie Honeycutt (kncorz@yahoo.com) (326-3000)
Women's Ministry
LAMBS childcare
Childcare workers are needed to assist in the nursery for the LAMBS Bible Study on Tuesday mornings.Contact Libby Long (562-4085)
Legacy of Love
Use the gifts and talents that God has given you to encourage other women with practical training.Contact Karen Noon (881-9097) or Chris Scheuer (847-6274)
Women's Ministry Assistance
Volunteers are needed to help with organizing and preparing for women's fellowships, service projects, retreats and other women's events scheduled throughout the year.Contact Women's Ministry (women@pray.org) (326-3000)
Worship Ministry
Multimedia
Operate lighting, sound, video or Pro-presenter for the Sunday services and special presentations. No experience needed, training is available.Contact Dave Burton (davidb@pray.org) (326-3000)
Choir
Participate on a year-round basis to provide music for worship services, seasonal programs and special presentations. No audition is necessary, but a heart for worship is required. Rehearsals are every Wednesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Childcare is provided.Contact Nan Honeycutt (nan@pray.org) (326-3000)
Providence Worship Orchestra
Support a variety of weekly worship services as well as seasonal programs and special presentations. Requires an audition and a minimum of high school playing experience and rehearses every Wednesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Childcare is provided.Contact Nan Honeycutt (nan@pray.org) (326-3000)
Worship Teams
If you are interested in using the gifts God has given you to help lead worship on Sunday mornings, try out for the Sunday morning worship teams. Teams consist of vocalists and a rhythm section (i.e. keyboard, guitar, bass, drums, hand percussion). All musicians must be willing to better themselves as music readers and ear-players.Contact Brian Megilligan (bkm.providence@gmail.com) (326-3000)
