At Via, we believe we are a local expression of God’s Church and that serving one another is a way of reflecting how Jesus has served us. Please consider how you can serve your church family. If you haven’t completed Start Here, please do that first.
Why
serving displays our deep love for others
"For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another. For the whole law is fulfilled in one word: “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.”
Galatians 5:13-14 ESV
blessing is found in serving out of a heart that has been served by Jesus
"When he had washed their feet and put on his outer garments and resumed his place, he said to them, “Do you understand what I have done to you? You call me Teacher and Lord, and you are right, for so I am. If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another's feet. For I have given you an example, that you also should do just as I have done to you. Truly, truly, I say to you, a servant is not greater than his master, nor is a messenger greater than the one who sent him. If you know these things, blessed are you if you do them."
John 13:12-17 ESV
serving embraces the needs of others above our own
"Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross."
Philippians 2:3-8 ESV
the Church is a family and we all contribute
"For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life. And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith."
Galatians 6:8-10 ESV
God is glorified when we use the gifts he’s given us to serve others
"Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. Show hospitality to one another without grumbling. As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace: whoever speaks, as one who speaks oracles of God; whoever serves, as one who serves by the strength that God supplies—in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ."
1 Peter 4:8-11 ESV
Where
Adults
Cafe
Serves food and beverage items in our Cafe, with a sense of friendliness and hospitality.
Cares Teams
Assists with meal preparation for funeral receptions hosted by Via Church. May also prepare and/or deliver meals to those who have undergone surgery, the birth of a child, or a death in the family.
CLASS FACILITATORS
Prepare and teach an adult study from a selected author or lesson plan, during various days of the week.
Creative Services
NEEDS UPDATED
First Impressions
Serves our church during our adult services by warmly greeting and welcoming guests as they arrive; providing general information through our Info Center; and helping to usher or provide wheelchair assistance.
Prayer Partner
Prays with those who come forward for prayer (typically at the end of services).
Production Team
Serves by assisting with audio, lighting, camera, stage, or video projection during services. Training is provided.
PROJECTS TEAM
Serve on a variety of teams that would include: construction, setup/cleanup, food prep and service, event decor, moving/physical labor, community outreach events (water drive, school supplies, teacher appreciation, Christmas help - cookies, gifts, decorating). Daytime, evening and weekend help. (more to consider in verbiage before posting) NEEDS UPDATES
Visitation Team
Visit, encourage and pray for Via’s men and women who are homebound. Team members visit in groups of two and give updates on their well-being.
Worship
Assist in leading our congregation in worship by singing or playing an instrument. Opportunities available in multiple services.
kids
nursery (birth - 24 months)
Serves our youngest children through times of holding/rocking, reading bible stories or books and interactive play.
early elementary (pre-k)
Leads our growing children through bible lessons, activities, games and interactive play while helping kids build lasting friendships.
elementary (k - 5th grade)
Helps to facilitate Kids Church services by leading a small group through curriculum lessons, activities and storytelling. Other roles may include helping to check kids in and connecting kids to their peers.
Youth
Youth Ministry team
Guide our youth in grades 6-12 by helping to facilitate the service, lead games, chaperon or lead a small group. This team will serve on Sunday’s (grades 6-8) or on Wednesday nights (grades 7-12).