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Light candles near the altar and carry the cross in at the processional
We believe that we are called to actively share the Good News of Jesus Christ through word and deed.
One way we share is by serving one another and our neighbors in our community and throughout the world.
We know that love of God and love of neighbor are inseparable. We respond to God’s love for us by helping one another in countless ways, from helping out at the food pantry to working behind the scenes to ensure that Sunday worship (virtual or in-person) runs smoothly. By serving and honoring others, we serve and honor God.
We hope you’ll join us in being God’s hands and feet in the world.
Look below for service opportunities. Click the "learn more" or "join the team" button beneath each item to get the full details about the opportunity and about how to volunteer.
Click here for information about our support for worldwide missions
When we begin to resume more in-person worship, fellowship, meetings, and other gatherings, our opportunities for service within the Good Shepherd community will increase. You'll be able to find places to volunteer by searching below and clicking on the "Categories" box to hep you sort through service options.
For most of our volunteer positions, no special skills are needed. But if special skills are needed, we'll train you.
No worries. Just let your team leader or ministry head know about the mismatch, and we'll help you find another way to serve.
Take our Time & Talent survey. Or contact Community Service Coordinator Holly Vanderhoof for some ideas.
Looking for a way to help the community? Try volunteering for the pantry! Volunteers are needed for pantry collections and drivers needed to transport packed bags to South Lakes High School. South Lakes High School Food Pantry is operating out of our Fellowship Hall. Food is delivered to various schools in partnership with school principals to distribute to families.
Light candles near the altar and carry the cross in at the processional
Help set up for and clean up after Holy Communion
Our Community Service Coordinator Holly Vanderhoof can help you find the right service opportunity for you
Make sure that the church property is locked and secure after Sunday's services are over
Help distribute Holy Communion during worship services
Help support the mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health of the congregation.
Welcome people who are arriving for worship services
Helping Hungry Kids of Northern Virginia provides weekend grocery packs to nearby elementary schools. They are now packing at Northwest Federal Credit Union and are able to use a few volunteers with COVID guidelines in place. HHK also needs help...
Ensure that the building is open on a Sunday by 7:30 a.m.