Top Ten Most Needed Volunteer Opportunities
Below are the top ten most needed volunteer opportunities for University Ministries. If you would like to talk to someone about finding the best spot for you to serve, contact Jennie at 303.402.6429 or . Thank you in advance for your interest in partnering with us!
1: Life Group Leader
Description of Ministry:
We believe personal transformation best occurs within small group Bible studies. You can help be a part of this life change by leading a Life Group for students. You will help them study and apply God’s Word to real life, as well as provide a support group for them to walk through the year.
Time Estimate:
School year, Thursdays 7—9pm, Bible study prep, one-on-ones, and one training time at the start of each semester
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2: Student Mentor
Description of Ministry:
Life to life ministry is where it seems God does some of the most amazing work in the lives of students. We have many students who ask for a mentor, someone they can meet with one-on-one, to talk and learn about life and Christ.
Time Estimate:
Typically it is once a week or twice a month for an hour or two. It is decided by you and the student
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3: Cook/Baker
Description of Ministry:
What makes events great? FOOD! The Annex hosts many events throughout the year, and in order to keep the costs low, we ask for Associates to cook and bake. We are also looking for people to cook dinners for the staff, before the Annex.
Time Estimate:
As much as you want to cook on an “as needed” basis
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4: Alumni
Description of Ministry:
Our ministry to students should not end once they graduate! We would like to maintain a connection with; them and U-Min, as well as keep them connected to one another. If you would like to help in planning events, helping with mailings, fundraising, or other great ideas for alums, please contact us!
Time Estimate:
As much as you would like to give.
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5: Cabin Connection
Description of Ministry:
A few times a year, our staff and various small groups of students are in need of a cabin to retreat at. Do you have a cabin or know someone that has a place, that would be willing to open their doors to us? Please let us know as this is a huge need. Too, we have a great track record of taking care of places.
Time Estimate:
Just a phone call/e-mail giving us the contact info.
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6: Parent Connection
Description of Ministry:
We know that parents are very interested in what their college son/daughter is getting involved in. Therefore, we would like to develop a means of communication with them, so they can learn about U-Min, and how they can play a part in the ministry. We have much to offer parents, and they have much to offer the ministry. Help us make this happen!
Time Estimate:
To be determined.
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7: Happy Thanksgiving Crew
Description of Ministry:
Each year we gather the Annex students together for a Thanksgiving dinner...before Thanksgiving. This event is hosted and sponsored by adult volunteers. We need LOTS of food, and even co-chairs to make it happen. Interested? Let us know.
Time Estimate:
Cooking and a few hours one evening for the dinner!
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8: Messenger Committee
Description of Ministry:
One of the hallmark’s of U-Min. is our summer missions program. Each year students surrender their summers to the Lord, to be His messenger of the Good News. There is a committee of adults who help select where the students go and who they go with. This group also pastors the students and helps in the training times that prepare them to go.
Time Estimate:
10 hours a week, January—April
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9: Host Home
Description of Ministry:
Each year we have 4-6 staff members who are in need of a host home. Do you have an empty basement, a backhouse, or a separate room in your house that could be conducive to host one of our staff? If you are interested, we’d love to talk with you more about it!
Time Estimate:
9 months to a year
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10: Wherever You Belong...
Serving Shapes Lives
Everything about U-Min is shaped by volunteers: people like you. Each person God leads here has unique abilities, stories and a specific role to play in shaping the Annex community and transforming lives. Whenever you serve, wherever you serve, you play a part that only you can play. God can do amazing things through you as an Associate of University Ministries.
Serving Others
- matures our faith
- helps us connect with others
- touches and changes lives
- honors God
Accept the invitation to be an Associate: volunteer. Dive in and get your hands on God’s activity in the lives of college students. You might think that you are giving...but you will receive more than you can imagine in return. Serving is mutual.
Find Out More
For more information about opportunities to serve at University Ministries you can:
- Contact the staff person associated with the area that interests you,
- Check out our web-site: www.theannexboulder.org
- Visit our offices on the third floor at FPC.