iServe - volunteer 

One of the best ways to feel at home at Chester Road Baptist Church is to get involved. There's plenty to get stuck in with. And there’s so much more we’d like to do!

 

Current opportunities

Hosts Team - welcoming people to our services 
Refreshments - preparing & serving coffees/ teas after the morning 10.30 am service
Communion prep
Job Club: welcome/ host; job coach
Children's Team: Sunday morning groups; Brigades [DBS]
Youth Team: youth small group; Sunday morning group; Brigades [DBS]
Stay & Play: host/welcome; set-up/clear-away toys & equipment [DBS]
Technical Team: sound/ PA; projection/ visuals; live-streaming cameras
Worship Team: musician; vocalist
Small Group Leader - lead a small group

Enabling - Facilities Team
Enabling - Finance Team
Enabling - HR Team
Enabling - Risk & Strategy Team
Enabling - Safeguarding Team

To find out more or to volunteer, contact:

DannyBrierley@ChesterRoadBaptist.org.uk  m: 07840 046020
office@chesterroadbaptist.org.uk  T:0121 350 2779

Why volunteer?

Most of what we do is made possible by our volunteers.
Use your time and God-given talents/ skills to serve others.  There’s joy in service!
Volunteering is a great way to connect with people and feel like you truly belong!
It’s a great way to stay active – in body, mind and spirit.
Of course, you are welcome simply to attend our services. We just think - if you can - it’s better still to participate  - growing community!

Key questions to ask:

1. What do I enjoy doing?
2. What am I good at?
3. What are the current needs?
4. What fits in with my schedule?
5. What is God nudging me to do?
6. Who can I invite to join me?

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I need a DBS check?
Depends! Most roles don’t require this. Safeguarding is critically important to us. All who serve with children, young people and/or adults at risk are checked for their suitability (irrespective of how long we’ve known them). This involves:

• Completing a short form
• Meeting with a member of the team
• Providing two references
• Providing proof of ID
• Complete a Disclosure & Barring Service [DBS] check 

Do I have to be a Church Member to volunteer?
No! Most of our volunteering is open to all (but do check out Church Membership!) The exceptions include Pastoral Visitors and elected leadership positions eg Deacon.

What does Chester Road Baptist Church believe about gender equality?
Chester Road Baptist Church settled the question of women’s ministry way back in February 1929. All ministry and leadership positions are open to all, men and women. No small print.