Did you know that God loves it when you give of yourself? It’s true! Did you ever wonder how many people it takes to make church happen? There are so many “small” things that create beautiful Sunday mornings. One of the best descriptions – ever - of this is “who sharpens the pencils?” What? It just happens; what kind of question is that? Someone sharpens those pencils, just like we used to do in school. It may seem a small thing, but it has to happen!
If you ever jump in and get involved in your church, you will see that if everyone does something it really makes a difference. Here is your challenge for 2023, JUMP IN! Find one thing that you can do for your church. There is an entire list below of things that make life happen at Skyland UMC. Not all of them require many hours, not all of them require a monthly meeting, but they do require that you read, pray, and jump in!
Audio / Visual & Livestream Operators
Contact: Linda Jones Linda.t.jones@charter.net
Description:
Variety of opportunities to assist with operation of technical equipment during presentations, worship, and special events. Training provided.
Caretakers of God’s Creation Contact:
Jim Tolbert
james.n.tolbert@gmail.com
Description:
Participate in projects and sustainable practices to responsibly care for God’s creation. Ongoing - times vary
CHOW (Church Happenings on Wednesday)
Contact:
Patty Olbrantz
pjolb@yahoo.com
Description: Oct 5 - Nov 16
Variety of help needed when our Wednesday night meal is offered, including set-up of tables/chairs, cashier/greeter, serving the food, KP duty afterwards.
College Student Care
Contact:
Women at the Well Small Group adecarufel@aol.com
Description:
Gather and ship snacks and warm wishes to our college students during exam times.
Communications
Contact:
Sharon Blythe
communications@skylandumc.com
Description:
Help spread the word about Jesus & our church! All you need is a passion for how we are reaching our members and our community. All levels of expertise welcome.
Community Garden
Contact:
Barb Harrison
Bharr0317@bellsouth.net
Description:
Help plant, weed, cultivate vegetables in our garden, which supports our community. Seasonal.
Fellowship Events
Contact: Jennifer Blanton skyumckids@skylandumc.com
Description:
Help plan, organize and execute churchwide gatherings such as lunches, annual picnic, Christmas social, etc.
Greeters
Contact:
Cassie Pittman
cassipittman@bellsouth.net
Description:
Welcome members and guests on Sunday, being attentive to visitors. Rotating schedule at service of your choice.
Greeting Cards
Contact:
Judi Whren
judiinnc@yahoo.com
Description:
Send get well, thinking of you, sympathy cards to church family. Serving for one month per year.
Handy Skills
Contact:
Phil Shope, Judy Grobe
sumc-trustee@skylandumc.com
Description:
Assist trustees with electrical, plumbing, painting, landscaping, cleanup and repairs on the church campus, as needed.
K.I.T. (Keep In Touch)
Contact:
Carol VanDyke
vandykeccvd@bellsouth.net
Buddy Gaither
Jebu9069@bellsouth.net
Description:
Connect with a home-bound member on a regular basis through mail, phone and/or home visits.
Kitchen
Contact:
Description:
Held tidy the kitchen, order consumable, launder towels, and clean appliances on occasion; time of service varies.
Loving Care
Contact:
Debra Thornberry
debrathornberry@gmail.com
Linda Blanke
Linda.blanke@yahoo.com
Description:
Provide meals to members in need; assist with memorial service receptions; provide rides to appointments.
Music Ministry
Contact:
Linda Jones
Linda.t.jones@charter.net
Description:
Opportunities for singers and instrumentalists to perform at our contemporary service.
Office Volunteers
Contact:
Pat Horton
skyumc@skylandumc.com
Description:
Recycle bulletins/inserts, serve as receptionist as needed, assist with membership records, or assemble bulletin/inserts
Photographer
Contact:
Sharon Blythe
communications@skylandumc.com
Description:
Photograph church events and activities.
Prayer Chain
Contact:
Kevin Kopp SkylandPrayers@gmail.com
Description:
Pray for specific needs submitted by members, receiving request via your choice of phone, text, or email.
Safety Team
Contact:
Bill Hansen
hansenbill@cloud.com
Description:
Monitor campus for safety concerns on Sunday mornings; two shifts available; rotating schedule.
Scouts
Contact:
Jim Galloway
Jimgalloway4@charter.net
Description:
Interested in joining or helping with Troop 72, which meets in the blue house?!
Spiritual Formation
Contact:
Celeste Tolbert
Celeste.tolbert@gmail.com
Description:
Help with physical / spiritual preparation of these special events, including creation/set-up of stations, serving as host.
Sunday Morning Coffee Service
Contact:
Patty Olbrantz
pjolb@yahoo.com
Description:
Set up station & brew coffee to be served between services, or tidy the station at 11 am, Rotating schedule.
Transportation
Contact:
Michael Greene 4regreenemg@gmail.com
Description:
Bus drivers needed for Sunday morning service to/from Givens Estates, as well as as occasional youth, ATSP, other group outings. No special license required.
Ushers
Contact:
Amelia Hodges – 9:00 am service
hodgesah@gmail.com
Carol VanDyke – 11:00 am service vandykecvd@bellsouth.net
Description:
Welcome attendees, distribute bulletins, assist with seating, collect offering, etc. Serve at worship service of your choice.
Welcome Bags
Contact:
Donna Galloway dygalloway@charter.net
Description:
Assemble and maintain supply of gift bags for first time visitors.
Worship
Contact:
Linda Jones
Linda.t.jones@charter.net
Description:
Help facilitate all aspects of Sunday worship services and special services (behind the scenes, organizational, hands-on). Meets twice / year.
Youth
Contact:
Anna Ahern
youth@skylandumc.com
Description:
Variety of opportunities to work with students grade 7-12 including planning / executing / chaperoning of activities / events / programs.
