HELPS MINISTRY DEFINITION: To “minister” is to serve; and the phrase “ministry of helps“ is simply HELPING TO SERVE. Church is a great place to make use of your God-given talents in away that will positively affect eternity for countless people.
READ OUR VISION FOR LOTW CHURCH. This is the end result we are striving toward…nations and generations experiencing the goodness of God; telling of His love everywhere, in awe of God’s faithfulness; discovering purpose and walking out that purpose successfully.
IT’S A BIG VISION. And it takes a team to accomplish a vision. You are invited to run with us and to accomplish this vision together.
DISCOVER WHERE YOU FIT. Look through the opportunities available. See what interests you and jump in! Training is provided for every area and there is a great network of leaders already in place ready to help you discover where you belong.
Area
Description
Time Required
Leader
Usher
To matain order and a welcoming atmosphere during the service; to assist with prayer lines
30 minutes prior to and after service
Mrs. Chamada Moseki
Greeter
To welcome people as they arrive, to assist with prayer cloths for prayer lines, to assist with visitor/information table after service
30 minutes prior to and after service
Mrs. Chamada Moseki
Children’s Ministry
To minister to children on Sundays on a rotating basis, to communicate with the families of our children
Approximately 1 hour prep time during the week; 30 minutes before and after service
Mrs. Boitshoko
Music Ministry
To lead the congregation in worship with excellence and humility (may involve choir, vocal worship or instrumental worship)
Saturday from 16:00-18:00 and 1 hour before service
Mrs. Buckley
Preliminary Interpreter
To interpret for opening, offering, announcements and closing
30 minutes prior to service
Mogie Mosigi
Message Interpreter
To interpret for the message portion of the service
30 minutes prior to service
Mogie Mosigi
Set Up
To assist with setting up chairs and equipment before service with Care Group Volunteers
1 1/2 hours prior to service
Nyalalani Tabulawa
Tear Down
To assist with packing equipment after service with Care Group Volunteers
30 minutes after service
Nyalalani Tabulawa
Sound
To assist with sound levels for rehearsal before and during the service
1 hour before service
Nyalalani Tabulawa
Women’s Ministry
To assist with event planning; ushering/greeting, receiving offering or being an MC for meetings
As needed; meetings are held every second month.
Mrs. Buckley
Men’s Ministry
To assist with event planning; ushering/greeting, receiving offering or being an MC for meetings
As needed; meetings are held every second month.
Mr. Motswaiso
Facilities
To assist with building, maintenance, landscaping, plumbing, electrical, or cleaning, according to individual skills
As needed
Nyalalani Tabulawa or Mr. Sichone
Hospitality
To assist during special events (cooking, meals for members needing help, assisting guests, decor)
As needed
Mrs. Buckley & Mogie Mosigi
Office
To assist with compiling packets for New Believers and Visitors and other office tasks
Weekly
Mogie Mosigi & Mrs. Patricia Kombe
Care Group Leader
To prepare for and facilitate Care Group meetings and provide care for those in your group. Lessons and training are provided.
Bible study prep time; meeting time
Pastors
Care Group Assistant or Intern
To assist the leader in duties pertaining to Care Group: planning activities, attendance, visitation and lesson prep
Bible study prep time (lessons provided); meeting time
Pastors
Care Group Host
To provide your home as a place for a Care Group to meet
Days vary; home prep time
Pastors
Village Outreaches
To assist with branch church development through attendance, evangelism outreach and other ministry (children, youth, music, etc.)
Assist with church services and other activities planned
Pastors
Follow-Up
To assist with following up on new converts and first-time visitors
Sunday afternoon or Monday
Mr. Kazembe & Mogie Mosigi
Prayer Room
To visit with new believers after they receive Jesus, providing assurance of salvation. Training is provided.
30 minutes prior to service; a short time after service
Mr. Kazembe
Receive Offering
To present a short (5-7 minute) encouragement before offering is received
Preparation time; 30 minutes prior to service
Mrs. Buckely
Youth Ministry
To assist with youth on Saturdays or Catalyst on Fridays OR to assist with special events
Preparation time plus 2 hours on Friday/Saturday or for an event
Trevor Musa & Mel Mendoza
Singles Ministry
To assist with events and meetings for singles in our church – teaching, event preparation, outreach
Preparation time plus time at event
Dr. and Mrs. Sumbi
MC
To open and close services and make announcements
30 minutes before service
Mrs. Makovore
Discipleship
To meet with those desiring to move forward in their relationship with God
Preparation time; 30 minutes after service
Dr. Moko
Media
To assist with video, social media and presentations
Varies
Mrs. Buckley
Book Sales
To assist in setting up books before service, selling after service and then packing
30 minutes prior to and after service
Kennedy Mandigo & Mrs. Shagwa