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Adult LifeGroup Class Directors assist LifeGroup Leaders by completing the following activities in LifeGroup:  complete the class attendance and update the class roster each week; ensure that announcements from NEHBC staff are communicated to the class weekly; assist with coordination of class social events; collect and track prayer requests; and assist with the coordination of hospital visits, meals, and transportation in the event of member illness.  Approval of the LifeGroup Leader and Associate Pastor of Adults is required, and training is provided for this role.

Adult LifeGroup Leaders are responsible for teaching God’s Word to their class and organizing a class environment to ensure that all class members feel connected through fellowship, and are cared for physically, mentally, and spiritually. The LifeGroup Leader will connect the LifeGroup members with the vision, mission, and ministries of NEHBC. An application, interview, and training are required for this position.

We biblically train and equip men to be spiritual leaders in their homes, in the church, and in their places of business. The Men’s Ministry develops men in Christian living to make an eternal impact for this generation and those to come. We accomplish this mission through Bible study, discipleship groups, evangelism training, leadership development, accountability groups, mentoring, retreats, mission trips and special events. Men’s Ministry volunteers serve in roles that require various amounts of time and commitment, so while they are vital, they would not be considered someone's primary point of service due to their seasonal nature.

This ministry assists widows, single moms, shut-ins, and our members who are limited physically by helping with yard work, minor home repairs, home maintenance, and other issues as needed. Experience is not required!

The women's ministry transforms the lives of women as they encounter the hope of the Gospel and learn to live out God’s truth with women of all ages and stages of life. Serving within the Women's Ministry enables the church to accomplish these goals by offering Bible studies and various special events specifically tailored to women. Women’s Ministry volunteers serve in roles that require various amounts of time and commitment, so while they are vital, they would not be considered someone's primary point of service due to their seasonal nature.

The AV Tech Team helps our body with the corporate worship experience. This team sets up, operates, and maintains equipment such as microphones, video recorders, projectors, lighting, and sound mixing equipment that is used to enhance live events. Knowledge of audio, video, and lighting techniques is helpful, and familiarity with editing equipment and software may be required. Full training will be provided. Team members must be creative and flexible with strong communication skills and the ability to interact with other team members, often under pressure.

This team is made up of band members and helps guide our congregation in worship through music during Sunday morning services. Musicians should be experienced players, able to play in each service on Sunday  morning, and be committed to a rehearsal schedule. Auditions are required.

The vocalists on the Praise Team support the Worship Leader in guiding our congregation in corporate worship during the Sunday morning services. It is necessary for vocalists to sing in each service on Sunday morning and be committed to a rehearsal schedule. Vocalists should be able to sing harmony parts and be comfortable singing with a microphone. Auditions are required.

This team prepares and serves coffee and snacks in the Lobby Cafe on Sunday mornings for NEHBC worshippers. All supplies are provided. Volunteers serve every other week before and in between services.

This team hosts a Discovery Class every month for prospective members and those who want to know more about NEHBC. The team is responsible for welcoming guests, setting up breakfast and coffee, serving guests, and cleaning up the room afterwards. Volunteers are expected to serve one Sunday every month from 10:00 am - 1:30 pm.

This team is responsible for warmly greeting every person entering our church on Sunday mornings. The Door Greeters serve before both services once per month.

This team is the first point of contact for everyone who comes on campus at NEHBC. Guests, visitors, and regular attenders are all greeted and welcomed by the Parking Team. The team is responsible for directing traffic, greeting, and assisting families entering the building. This team serves every other week before each service.

The ushers will serve during the worship service they attend. This team hosts the people attending worship at NEHBC. Ushers are responsible for distributing Worship Guides, welcoming people, assisting with seating, collecting tithes/offerings, serving the Lord’s Supper, and handling any other worship issues that may arise. Ushers are asked to serve one service every Sunday morning. 

This team provides helpful information for upcoming events and key ministries at NEHBC. The Lobby Welcome Center is the primary place for guests and visitors
to get connected on Sunday mornings at NEHBC. Volunteers serve every other
week before each service.

This team assists members and guests in the Children’s Check-in areas by welcoming children and parents, escorting guests to the proper classrooms, and answering general questions about the Children’s Ministry on Sunday mornings.

This team leads the craft activity one service each Sunday with the assistance of the Shepherds and Assistant Shepherds. The craft materials are prepared in advance by another volunteer.

This team presents a Bible story to the children one service each Sunday. Curriculum, teaching aids, and supplies provided.

This team leads the children in simple songs and movement one service each Sunday. All resources are provided.

This team serves at least once a month to welcome children and shepherd them through activities. A detailed lesson plan is provided.

This team assists with the needs of all babies and toddlers, engages children in simple songs, puzzles, play, and teaches children that God made them and loves them.

This team works with the same class one service each Sunday and leads the opening activities of the lesson which may include a short discussion or game. The Shepherd will assist the children in all activities led by the Potter’s Wheel Bible teacher. Activities and supplies provided.

This teacher is the main bible teacher for a specific service weekly. Curriculum provided.

This team provides one-on-one attention for a special needs child one service each Sunday by sitting with the child in Bible Study Class and assisting him/her with activities. Special needs coaches are generally assigned to the same child each week.

The Monday morning team is responsible for picking up donated food, taking it to the mission, stocking, and sorting these items (Monday, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm) in preparation for distribution.

This team is responsible for picking up donations, sorting clothes (Monday mornings), and properly displaying them as well as distributing clothes on Monday nights from 5:45 - 8:00 pm.

The "EV" team is responsible for making sure that all guests that visit the Food Pantry and Clothing Closet are given the opportunity to respond to the gospel. This team serves on Monday nights from 5:45 - 8:00 pm.

This team helps hand out food to the guests and assists the guests with loading.  This team serves on Monday nights from 5:45 - 8:00 pm.

This team is responsible for welcoming clients to the mission, checking them in on the computer, and explaining procedures. This team serves on Monday nights from 5:45 - 8:00 pm.

This team reaches young men from the community around the mission on Thursday nights from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. Through the basketball ministry, avenues are created for many to hear the Gospel.

The LifeGroup Leader teaches 5th & 6th graders on Sunday mornings at 9:00 or 10:30 am in a small group Bible study setting. Curriculum provided. Volunteers will build relationships with the students and assist them in learning Bible truths and applying these truths to their daily lives.

Small Group Facilitators foster community within small groups and drive the gospel deeper into the lives of individual students. Small Group Facilitators are assigned a group of 5-8 students to meet with each Sunday for the entirety of the school year. Facilitators lead discussion with their small group based on questions provided and communicate announcements, plan socials (3-4 per year), and participate with their respective small group's weekend getaway. Due to the small group nature, Facilitators are on the front edge of leading teens to the gospel and watching them grow in their faith.

Each Wednesday during the school year students meet for a time of worship, teaching, or large group activities. Volunteers are needed to assist with check-in, welcome, game time, music, and response. Wednesday Volunteers serve for the duration of the school year (including December) but break in the summer (June-August). Wednesday gatherings for students include worship services, Epic Wednesdays, small group nights, and student-led nights.

During our worship services there are opportunities for people to make important personal decisions (accepting Christ as their Lord and Savior, requesting baptism or church membership, desiring to connect with an NEHBC LifeGroup, prayer, etc.). Decision Counselors guide people during these times. We need men and women in all services who can assist with this ministry. While this is a vital ministry, it would not be considered someone’s primary point of service as these volunteers serve on a rotational basis. An application, interview, and training by the team leader are required to serve as a Decision Counselor.

This team serves on-call during Sunday morning worship services to provide care in the event of a medical emergency. An interview and professional medical training are required.

This team maintains and prepares the NEHBC facilities for ministry and events. Responsibilities include: unlocking/locking the building on Sundays and Wednesdays, setting up for special events, drywall repair, maintenance, pressure washing, and other minor repairs. This team serves weekly, monthly, and as needed for special events.

This team provides general security throughout the campus on Sunday mornings. An interview and training are required.

This team of men and women assists with administrative tasks such as: stuffing the Sunday morning Worship Guides; labeling gospel tracts with NEHBC contact info; mail outs; etc.  Days and times may vary.