Serving

See more information about each ministry opportunity in the Ministry Descriptions section below.

Nursery
Interact with our little ones (Babies – PreK) - sing songs, read books, engage in play. Leaders will teach simple lessons about Jesus allowing parents to freely worship.
Contact Kristi Fairchild (267-640-9936 or baurkn1@gmail.com)

Children's Teacher
 Teach the lesson to K-4^th or 5^th-6^th grade children so they will experience a worshipful time of engaging music, Bible-based lessons, and small group time.
Contact Chris Gross (814-823-1883 or garychrisgross@gmail.com)

Teacher Assistant
Support the teacher in the classroom.

Children’s Team Lead
Be in the Education Center by 10am to help parents with registering their children, provide support to the teachers in any areas needed throughout the service, contact parents if their child needs them, aid parents in child pick up. Knowledge and use of technology is required.

Landscaping
Maintaining landscaped areas and sidewalks by weeding and watering as needed.

Parking Lot Attendant
Assist people in finding parking spaces by 10:15am; guide people to alternative parking when all spots are filled.

Sidewalk Snow Removal
Snow blowing and shoveling sidewalks and wheel chair ramp before Sunday morning services.
Contact Jim Hodge (814-504-9029 or andy@harborcreekcc.org)

Pew Ministry
After Sunday service, refill pew pockets with Response Cards, pens, and offering envelopes; throw away any trash.
Contact Carrie Shaffer (814-397-4058 or carrie@harborcreekcc.org)

Fellowship Event Helper
Work with Event Coordinators to plan and execute fellowship events such as church picnics, meals, etc.
Contact Sherri Hodge (814-450-9557 or sherri.hodge@yahoo.com)

Door Greeters
Greet and welcome new visitors, engaging them in conversation and getting their name, give them a visitor bag, answer any questions. Greet people and distribute worship guides.

Ushers
Assist the congregation, especially those who arrive late, in finding seating in the service.

Coffee Attendant
Arrive by 9:30am to make coffee and set out donuts. Remain at the coffee area to oversee any needs and make more coffee. Clean up after the service.
Contact Sherri Hodge (814-450-9557 or sherri.hodge@yahoo.com)

Hospital Visitation
Visit the hospitalized or homebound.

Grief Coordinator
Reach out to those who have lost a loved one and provide them with scheduled grief materials.

Barnabas Ministry
Send encouragement cards, then follow up with texts, emails, and phone calls to those who are not attending as shut-ins or recovering from an illness that has kept that person away from HCC for at least 2 Sundays.
Contact Jim Hodge (814-397-3774 or jim@harborcreekcc.org)

Meal Replacement Ministry
Provide meals for new parents or those who have health issues who are not in a community group.
Contact Sherri Hodge (814-450-9557 or sherri.hodge@yahoo.com)

Contact Jim Hodge regarding Missions questions (814-397-3774 or jim@harborcreekcc.org)

Audio Visual Team
Help with the sound system and/or computer needs during Sunday Services. Training will be provided.

Photographer
Take pictures at special events, as notified.

Videographer/Editor
After services are recorded, edit the video to be uploaded to YouTube.

Sunday Video Operator
Running the TV/slide computer program during the service.
Contact Carrie Shaffer (814-397-4058 or carrie@harborcreekcc.org)

Outreach Event Coordinator/Team Member
Coordinate/plan or help with community events that are held in Harborcreek, Lawrence Park, North East, and Wesleyville.
Contact Jim Hodge (814-397-3774 or jim@harborcreekcc.org)

Praise Team
Vocalist or musician. All people interested will audition before becoming a member of the praise team.
Contact Angelo Phillips (814-392-6621 or penguinlvr57@yahoo.com)

Prayer Partner
Commit to praying as prayer requests are sent out.
Contact Jim Hodge (814-397-3774 or jim@harborcreekcc.org)

Youth Leader Team
Build relationships with teenagers and minister in various ways depending on your gifts and personal desire. Lead youth group with Bible study, games, and activities.

Youth Group Assistant
Work with the Youth Leader, assist as needed, and attend youth group and activities.
Contact Jim Hodge (814-397-3774 or jim@harborcreekcc.org)

We are a church that believes in not only serving within the body but serving outside the church walls. We will ask you to ALSO prayerfully consider serving in one of the ministries listed below this year. We will announce when sign-ups are needed. Please also consider having your Community Group get involved together in one of the ministry areas listed below:

• HCC is praying about opportunities for missionary service in state and out of country.
• HCC will serve in our city in the following ministries this year: Brevillier, Erie City Mission, ServErie East.

Contact Jim Hodge (814-397-3774 or jim@harobrcreekcc.org) for more information.