Being the hands and feet of Jesus requires action and Calvary provides many opportunities to do just that.
Below you’ll find opportunities all through Calvary Golden Valley where you can plug-in to volunteer or share your abundance. We’re so thankful to partner with you!
Share Your Abundance
3,000 Acts of Kindness
3000 Acts of Kindness Event on Monday, December 12 from 9am-3pm. This is a day to provide hope and dignity for those experiencing homelessness. Our guests will receive companionship, a hot meal (by Chick-fa-la), a free haircut, a warm winter jacket, winter boots, hats/gloves, sleeping bag, hoodies and hygiene items. They will also have access to over 30 agencies that can provide help and resources for them beyond the event. Also, our guests and volunteers will have the opportunity to be prayed over and learn more about Jesus if they wish.
To support this event Calvary is hosting a sleeping bag donation drive now through the end of November. During this time you can drop off a new adult sleeping bag that can withstand cold temperatures at both locations. For your convenience click on the Amazon wish list to order a sleeping bag and have it delivered to Calvary. There are also many opportunities to volunteer either individually or with your small group.
Opportunities include:
- Sorting and packing donations received,
- Help set up the event (Sunday, December 11 – 10am -Noon)
- Serve on the day of the event.
Food Drive
Food Drive
Oct. 30-Nov. 20
Grocery bags with food suggestions handed out on Oct. 30.
Fill the bag and bring it to Calvary by Sunday, November 20.
Help deliver food on Nov. 20 at 11:30 a.m., at the Golden Valley campus at the north door.
Contact Matthew Callen or Tom Harn for more information.
Pack Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes
Pack Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes
November 13, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Pack an Operation Christmas Child Gospel Opportunity Shoebox to be sent to a child somewhere in the world. Help deliver shoeboxes the week of Nov. 14-21 to a collection site. Contact Paula Rabine for more information.
What should I pack? (Click here)
Thanksgiving or Christmas Baskets
Thanksgiving or Christmas Baskets
Put together a Thanksgiving or Christmas basket of a traditional holiday dinner. We give you the shopping list and a family from one of our local schools gets the blessing!
Shopping List:
Turkey – 10-22 Pounds
1 box of stuffing
2 cans of corn
1 cans of green beans
1 can of cream of mushroom soup
1 container of crispy fried onions
2 boxes of mashed potatoes
2 boxes of scalloped potatoes
1 large pie
1 large jar of gravy
For more information, contact Dawn.
Hope Academy Book Gifts
Hope Academy Book Gifts
Purchase a specific book or two for a student at Hope Academy. Every student receives the same book and they read them together in school, and then take them home. Many of these students do not have many books at home, so the need is great. Books need to be delivered by December 1.
Contact Dawn for more information.
PRISM Holiday Gift Collection
PRISM Holiday Gift Collection
Give local families a hand up during this Christmas season by providing toys for their children. Check out PRISM’s website for ideas for what is needed.
Adopt a Family
Adopt a family by purchasing gifts from a list the family provides.
Contact Dawn to get assigned a family.
Serving Immediate Needs
Operation Christmas Child Opportunity Boxes
This is a way to share the Gospel around the world, especially to those who have never heard it. Each child receives a Greatest Journey study guide and attends a class about Jesus and the Greatest Story. Help us pack these boxes by:
- November 12th Work together to help setup up the gym for the packing day on Sunday
- November 13th Help kids and adults pack shoeboxes, need box runners, shopping helpers, prayers
Questions contact Paula Rabine at rabinep@gmail.com.
Adult Small Group Leader
Facilitating group discussion to build authentic community and spiritual growth.
- Organize and lead group discussions stemming around the sermon topics.
- Support group members in their faith journeys.
- Work with group members to find serving opportunities
Contact Dan Thorson for more information.
Facilities • Building
Help keep our Church safe, clean and comfortable!
- Housekeeping
- Event Set-up
- Many opportunities dependent on skill, let us know what you can offer!
Contact Matt Bromander for additional information.
Facilities • Grounds
We never get a second chance to make a first impression, help us maintain and create a beautiful exterior!
- Fall and Spring Cleanup
- Planting and mulching
- Many opportunities dependent on skill, let us know what you can offer!
Contact Matt Bromander for additional information.
Caring & Health
Telecare Ministry
Telecare Ministry Volunteer
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- Provide caring, spiritual support and companionship through telephone visits.
- Build an ongoing, supportive relationship.
- Exercise and enhance your listening skills.
Contact Cindy Engelkes for more information.
Care Card Creator
Care Card Creator
Create and assemble greeting cards.
- Provide encouragement and support for birthdays, illness, and bereavement.
- Work with a team.
- All materials are provided.
Contact Cindy Engelkes for more information.
Prayer & Baptismal Shawl Knitter
Prayer & Baptismal Shawl Knitter
Knit or crochet prayer and/or baptismal shawls.
- Provide encouragement, comfort and support for illness and loss and celebrating baptisims.
- Work at home on your own schedule.
- Instructions and materials will be provided.
Contact Cindy Engelkes for more information.
Prayer Chain
Prayer Chain
Lift requests up in prayer in the comfort of your own home.
- Prayer requests provided to Calvary will be disseminated to prayer chain via email.
- Pray over the prayers at a convenient time and in a space where you feel comfortable.
- Maintain confidentiality.
Contact Cindy Engelkes for more information.
Prayer Team
Prayer Team
Join our prayer team to offer personal prayer to those who attend worship. Our prayer team is available at all worship services at the front of either the Sanctuary or Chapel. For more information, contact Dan Thorson.
Visitation Buddy
Visitation Buddy
Be a buddy for someone experiencing life challenges or transitions.
- Provide caring, spiritual support and companionship through telephone or in-person visits.
- Build an ongoing, supportive relationship.
- Exercise and enhance your listening skills.
For more information, contact Cindy Engelkes
Guest Experience
Greeters & Ushers
Greeters & Ushers
- Greet, welcome and engage with guests as they enter our spaces.
- Assist with needs throughout guest’s Calvary experience.
- Be a positive influencer.
Contact Dagny LeMunyon for more information or sign-up here.
Information Attendant
Information Attendant
Help navigate people’s needs and assist with providing information about Calvary at the Information Center.
- Be the front line of hospitality as people step into Calvary Church.
- Answer questions and provide directions when needed.
- Assist with security and emergency responses when needed.
Contact Lisa Reesnes for more information.
Mission & Outreach
Ongoing - Community Emergency Services (CES)
Community Emergency Services (CES)
Serve with our CES partner who is a crisis relief and empowerment community outreach that extends God’s love to those in the inner city of South and North Minneapolis.
For groups: Prepare and deliver individualized, non-perishable groceries for clients based on their food preferences. Home delivery volunteers meet CES staff at an apartment complex and deliver the groceries to each homebound client.
For individuals: Same as serving as a group or as an SOS Ambassador
(Supporting our Seniors). Volunteers make monthly phone calls with Home Delivery recipients prior to packing and delivering their groceries based on individual preferences.
TeleCare Volunteers: Through weekly conversations with Meals on Wheels clients, volunteers share information about CES programs, provide resources, and ensure clients have what they need.
Contact Dawn Dresser for more information.
Ongoing - Global Health Ministries
Come serve with one of our global mission partner by helping sort and pack medical equipment and supplies for the most vulnerable people in the world.
For groups: Help sort donated items and pack up medical supply kits to be sent to hospitals around the world.
For individuals: Same as serving as a group or volunteer to help in their local office.
In-home: Cut sheets apart and roll to serve as rolled bandages for medical kits.
Contact Dawn Dresser for more information.
Ongoing - PRISM
Healthy food. Proper clothing. Housing stability. This is the ongoing story of PRISM and why we are proud to partner with them.
For groups: Help sort and deliver food from our food drive. Additional help could be in their Thrift Store; sorting and shelving items.
For Individuals – Work the reception desk or help with any of the tasks listed for groups.
Contact Dawn Dresser for more information
Calvary Kids (Pre K – Grade 5)
Guest Experience
Guest Experience
Serve others by assisting with greeting, check-in and helping families nagivate the building space.
- Help make a smooth transition into the Sunday morning experience.
- Create a welcoming space and help kids and parents know what to expect as they spend their time with us.
- Always stay positive and helpful.
For more information, contact Sue Mork.
Small Group Leader
Small Group Leader
Walk alongside Pre-K and Elementary school students by investing in their lives and their faith journey.
- Cultivate a fun, welcoming and engaging small group experience.
- Engage fully in all activities and encourage students to participate.
- Build a relationship during the school year that has the opportunity to last for years to come.
For more information, contact Sue Mork.
Middle School (Grades 6-8)
Guest Experience
Guest Experience
Serve others by assisting with greeting, check-in and helping families nagivate the building space.
- Help make a smooth transition into the Sunday morning experience.
- Create a welcoming space and help students and parents know what to expect as they spend their time with us.
For more information, contact Keith Richardson.
Small Group Leader
Small Group Leader
Walk alongside Middle School students by investing in their lives and their faith journey.
- Cultivate a fun, welcoming and engaging small group experience.
- Engage fully in all activities and encourage students to participate.
- Build a relationship during the school year that has the opportunity to last for years to come.
For more information, contact Keith Richardson.
Lenten Mentor
Lenten Mentor
Mentor Middle School students during the Lent season.
- Build a relationship during this season that has opportunity to last for years to come.
- Fully engage in the Lent service every week with your mentee. Sit with, worship with, and learn with them.
- Be available to talk about life, Jesus, wins, struggles, and just about anything with your mentee.
For more information, contact Keith Richardson.
High School (Grades 9-12)
Guest Experience
Guest Experience
Serve others by assisting with greeting, check-in and helping families nagivate the building space.
- Help make a smooth transition into the Sunday morning experience.
- Create a welcoming space and help students and parents know what to expect as they spend their time with us.
For more information, contact Katelyn Mapes.
Small Group Leader
Small Group Leader
Walk alongside High School students by investing in their lives and their faith journey.
- Cultivate a fun, welcoming and engaging small group experience.
- Engage fully in all activities and encourage students to participate.
- Build a relationship during the school year that has the opportunity to last for years to come.
For more information, contact Katelyn Mapes.
Lenten Mentor
Lenten Mentor
Mentor High School students during the Lent season.
- Build a relationship during this season that has opportunity to last for years to come.
- Fully engage in the Lent service every week with your mentee. Sit with, worship with, and learn with them.
- Be available to talk about life, Jesus, wins, struggles, and just about anything with your mentee.
For more information, contact Katelyn Mapes.
Worship & Tech
Booth Volunteer
Booth Volunteer
Everything that happens during our worship experiences starts in “The Booth.” Booth Volunteers work closely with our Production Team Lead and Producers to cue lights, screens, video, and more.
- Must be 16 yrs old with drivers license.
- Must have attention to detail.
- Must be a team player.
For more information, contact Josh Hoaby.
Camera Operator
Canera Operator
Serving as the lens in which people outside of Calvary experience worship on a weekly basis. Camera Operators have the opportunity to work with both stationary camera’s as well as moving cameras to bring the worship experience to life.
- Must be 16 yrs old with drivers license.
- Must have a love for music.
- Must be a team player.
For more information, contact Josh Hoaby.
Online Host
Online Host
Play the important role of greeting attenders in the chat, answering questions, sharing helpful links and resources, and praying for people through one-on-one prayer.
- Hosts welcome each new guest into the chat area through Church Online or Facebook platforms.
- Spark discussion through icebreaker questions, recapping key points from the message, or asking follow-up questions.
- Pray with people in a private chat and support them through encouraging words.
For more information, contact Jason Beaver.
Worship Team (Singer/Musician)
Worship Team (Singer/Musician)
As Calvary’s Worship Team, our goal is to use music as a way to lead people closer to Jesus. Our teams look different depending on the Worship Experience but the goal remains the same. Worship Team can be a great way to use your musical talent to help us “lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.”
- Must be 16 yrs old with drivers license.
- Must compete auditon w/Worship Director and Worship Team Members.
- Must be a team player.
For more information, contact Josh Hoaby.
