Altar Guild – Prepares Communion and altar for worship.
Assisting Ministers – Help lead prayer and readings.
Acolytes & Crucifers – Light candles and carry the cross.
Ushers & Greeters – Welcome and assist worshipers.
Choir & Music Ministry – Offer musical gifts in worship.
Tellers – Count and deposit weekly offerings.
First Communion Preparation – For children and adults preparing to receive Communion.
Confirmation – Two-year program for youth to explore and affirm their faith.
Youth Faith Formation – Events and learning opportunities for children and youth.
Book Club – Monthly Zoom-based book discussions open to all.
Midweek Bible Study – Meets twice monthly via Zoom to read and reflect on Scripture.
Breakfast with the Pastor – Monthly in-person & Zoom meetups to connect and discuss faith.
Sunday Snacks – Provide light refreshments after worship for conversation and connection.
Greeting Card Ministry – Send cards to offer encouragement and care to members.
Prayer Shawl & Plarn Ministry – Knit or crochet shawls, mats, and gifts of comfort.
Frozen Meal Ministry – Provide homemade meals for people in need or in transition.
Welcome Bags for Guests – Assemble and distribute welcome bags to new visitors.
Senior Connection (Wallingford Nursing Center) – Monthly activities to connect with residents.
Funeral Hospitality – Provide setup and refreshments for memorial gatherings.
Living Love Lunches (Wed & Sun) – Prepare and distribute meals and clothing in Chester.
Blessing Bags – Distribute cinch-sack bags with hygiene and care items.
Emergency Food Pantry – Pick up what you need; no questions asked.
Weekly Food Collection (Little Red Wagon) – Deliver non-perishables to Chester Eastside.
Backpack/School Supply Drive – Collect and pack backpacks for local students in need.
Thanksgiving Food Baskets – Provide full meals to local families during the holiday season.
Wesley House Ministry – Support a shelter for women and families in Chester.
Life Center Meal Ministry – Prepare and deliver meals bi-monthly to a local shelter.
God's Work, Our Hands Day – Annual ELCA-wide day of service with local projects.
Rags to Riches & Providence Animal Shelter – Collect supplies for animal care organizations.
Share the Love (Scholarship Ministry) – Fund college scholarships through Valentine gift boxes.
Property Team & Tuesday Crew – Care for the church building and grounds.
Church Council – Elected leaders providing vision and oversight.
Mutual Ministry Team – Offers confidential support to the pastor and staff.
Vitality Team – Leads congregational renewal and feedback response efforts.
Weekday School Committee – Supports Crossroads Before & After School Program.