Volunteer Support
Pilgrim House is a lay-led, all-volunteer fellowship. Volunteers are important to achieving our goals of community and social justice.
We encourage you to deepen your connections to the fellowship by contributing your time and talent.
Membership
Provides a safe, comfortable, and inviting place that meets the needs of Pilgrim House gatherings and activities.
How you can help:
- Welcome members and visitors.
- Assist with name tags.
- Provide orientation to prospective members.
- Be a Sunday greeter.
Programs
Plans and facilitates Sunday programs with diverse speakers and topics.
How you can help:
- Help schedule programs for each Sunday.
- Share ideas for possible programs or speakers.
- Update program resources and training materials.
Music
Enhance programs through communal singing and uplifting musical performances that amplify program messages.
How you can help:
- Schedule lead musician and accompanists.
- Choose music and accompaniment.
- Provide meditation music and music for special occasions.
Social Action
Foster worth and dignity of people by promoting social justice and community service.
How you can help:
- Participate in activities that support the community.
- Plan future outreach initiatives.
Congregational Care
Support the emotional and spiritual needs of the fellowship.
How you can help:
- Help members and families through visits and phone calls.
- Provide resources for weddings, child dedication, and memorial services.
Children and Families
Welcome and support children and families.
How you can help:
- Coordinate family-friendly and intergenerational activities.
- Liaison with child care provider.
- Arrange for a weekly children’s program volunteer.
Welcoming Congregation
Foster an inclusive and affirming culture.
How you can help:
- Welcome and celebrate LGBTQ+ people and members of other marginalized communities.
- Identify and address barriers to participation.
- Support programming that celebrates diverse identities and experiences.
Finance
Guide financial stewardship to support ongoing operations and financial health.
How you can help:
- Support fundraising efforts, including the annual pledge drive.
- Maintain fiduciary compliance through bookkeeping.
- Oversee the collection and disbursement of funds.
Building and Grounds
Provide a safe and inviting place that meets the needs of Pilgrim House gatherings and activities.
How you can help:
- Perform interior and exterior building maintenance.
- Supervise mowing, plowing, and cleaning contractors.
- Care for and maintain Pilgrim House grounds and landscaping.
Communication
Connect and inform the fellowship while increasing awareness of Pilgrim House and its offerings.
How you can help:
- Assist with updating and maintaining the Pilgrim House website.
- Share news and opportunities via email and social media.
- Take photographs to share with members and friends.
Technology
Use and maintain technology to support connections and improve accessibility.
How you can help:
- Learn about new technological opportunities and solutions.
- Provide coordination and training for tech tools and systems.
- Anticipate, prevent, or fix technical problems.
Sunday Hospitality
Foster a warm and welcoming atmosphere for Sunday programs.
How you can help:
- Prepare coffee and set out treats.
- Lead or assist with clean-up.
- Organize or contribute to Soup Sunday.
- Coordinate meals for special occasions.
Safety
Maintain a safe and secure physical environment and digital presence.
How you can help:
- Identify potential safety or security concerns.
- Review practices for securely storing sensitive information.
- Implement and update safety policies and procedures.