When serving with the Building Maintenance team, you can expect to participate in hands-on help, minor repairs, and the joy of keeping the church looking its best.
Projects are ongoing and scheduled as needed.
This work keeps our space safe, beautiful, and welcoming. Email Bob Clapp at bobclapp1@gmail.com to get on the project list and be notified of upcoming work days or service needs.
Do I need professional experience? Not at all. We love to teach and work together.
Can children and teens help? Yes, with appropriate tasks and adult supervision.
After completing the Care Ministry training, each participant fills out a short survey to reflect on how they feel uniquely called to serve. Some feel drawn to send cards or make phone calls. Others offer hospital visits, grief support, meal delivery, or simply a ministry of presence. You’ll be guided into the kind of care that fits your calling.
We offer a 6-week Care Ministry training course twice a year. Once trained, Care Ministers receive a weekly email with current care needs in their area of calling that they may choose to respond to. Throughout the year, we also hold follow-up trainings, check-ins, and gatherings to support and equip our Care Ministers as they serve.
You don’t need special skills to care—just a willing heart. A listening ear and a caring presence can change a life. Email Pastor Amy Linnemann at pastoramy@sandyhook.org to learn about upcoming trainings and care opportunities.
Do I need to have professional or personal experience in counseling? No, you just need to be someone who wants to offer Christ-like care! Our training course will equip you with any practical skills you might need.
Join us to brainstorm and plan community gatherings that foster friendship and belonging. Whether you love hosting, decorating, or just bringing people together, there’s a place for you here.
This group meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m., though not every month. Meeting frequency increases before holidays and decreases during the summer. Meeting dates are determined by the current workload.
If you’d like to serve with the Celebration Team, please contact Cindy Hotz at cjhotz@comcast.net to learn more and get involved.
How often does this team meet? As needed, averaging 7-8 times per year.
As a part of the choir, you can expect weekly rehearsals and Sunday morning singing, but more importantly, a joyful, dedicated group that loves music and one another.
Choir rehearsals are on Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 PM; singing in worship on designated Sundays.
Come add your voice—all ages are welcome! If you’re interested in joining the choir, email Michelle Farnsworth at mtigger@ameritech.net to visit a choir rehearsal and try it out.
Do I need to be able to read music? The ability to read music is helpful, but not required.
Do I need to audition? No audition is needed—just come and sing with us!
What kind of music do you sing? We mostly sing hymns and sacred choral music.
Our team creates slides, writes announcements, develops the church newsletter, schedules social media posts, and more. If you have a particular area that you would like to get involved with, please let David Walby know.
There is no schedule attached to this ministry aside from the fact that we put out the newsletter on Wednesdays.
Contact David Walby at david@sandyhook.org to learn more and get involved.
Meetings where we talk about the church budget, giving reports, and ways to support the church’s mission through faithful money management. We also review financial statements and help make financial decisions.
The Finance Team meets every other month to review financial updates and plan for the future. Extra meetings may happen during budget season or when special financial needs arise.
The Finance Team helps make sure every gift given to the church is used in ways that support our mission to love everyone always. If you want to be part of that impact behind the scenes, we’d love to talk with you. Contact Rick Trevey at rtrevey@comcast.net or 812-350-6520 to get involved.
Do I need to be an accountant or finance expert to help? Not at all. While some people on the team have financial experience, we welcome anyone who cares about helping the church use money wisely.
Is the church’s financial info shared with the congregation? Yes. We value transparency and provide regular financial updates to keep everyone informed.
We have 1-2 social gatherings each year. Several of our members live alone and can’t attend church regularly, so this is a time for them to see friends. We also send cards on special occasions.
We meet every other month at the church on Wednesdays at noon.
We always welcome more people who are interested in spending time serving this age group! Email Rosie Critzer at rcritzer1@gmail.com to get involved.
Do you have to be over 80 years old to be involved in this ministry? No, all ages can be involved in loving and serving the seniors of our church.
When serving with the Hospitality Team, you can expect smiles and warm greetings, setting up or cleaning up coffee/snacks, and helping new visitors feel at ease.
Volunteers serve on a rotating basis, usually once or twice a month, on Sunday mornings.
A smile at the door can be someone’s first step toward belonging! Email Misty Dearing at mdredmon@yahoo.com to learn more or to be added to the rotation.
Do I have to serve every Sunday? Nope—our rotation is flexible.
What time do I need to arrive? Typically by 10:40 a.m.
The Online Church ministry works to create a welcoming digital experience through clear audio/video, live worship, Scripture, and message.
Weekly livestreams during Sunday worship, with occasional midweek content and follow-up.
If you have experience with technology, camera operation, video editing, sound mixing, or are simply willing to be a consistent presence to help with Sunday broadcasts, email Ron Reid at ron@sandyhook.org or visit the tech booth after worship to learn more.
Can I volunteer remotely? Some roles (e.g., social media engagement) can be remote.
You can expect warm, conversational gatherings centered on Scripture, prayer, and friendship.
Groups vary by topic, schedule, and location—there’s a fit for everyone.
We all need community and people to do life with! Talk with Pastor Paul Dazet or email him at pastorpaul@sandyhook.org to join an existing group or to start a new one that fits your schedule and interests.
Do I have to know a lot about the Bible? Not at all. Come as you are—curiosity is welcome!
Are there options for different schedules? Yes. We’ll help you find a good fit.
Can I host or lead a small group? Absolutely! Let Pastor Paul Dazet know your interest.
When serving with the Tech Team, you can expect quiet, behind-the-scenes work that makes worship possible for all. We handle tasks such as running slides, managing the soundboard, and monitoring the livestream feed.
Volunteers serve on a rotation for Sunday mornings and special services.
We welcome all volunteers, especially those who are tech-savvy, calm under pressure, and good at solving problems.
If you’re interested in serving with the Tech Team, email Ron Reid at ron@sandyhook.org to observe or shadow during a service.
Do I need previous experience? No, we’ll train you!
When serving with the Worship Ministry team, you can expect collaborative planning, thoughtful music, creative liturgy, and opportunities to help others connect with God.
The Worship Ministry team meets for weekly rehearsals before service on Sundays with those who are scheduled to serve.
We welcome all volunteers, especially those with musical gifts (vocal or instrumental), tech skills, creative thinking, and/or theological depth—your gifts can help create a prayerful, Christ-centered Sunday gathering.
Email Pastor Paul Dazet at pastorpaul@sandyhook.org to discuss ways you can serve as part of the Worship Ministry team.
Do I have to be a musician to join? Not necessarily—there are many ways to help!
I have a suggestion—is there room for creative ideas? Absolutely. We welcome new perspectives.