Service Opportunities

Unity of Gainesville offers many opportunities to serve our Spiritual Community.
We believe in the four T's... Tithing of Time - Talent - and Treasure.
Please speak to a board member if you would like to serve.
"I am on fire with a passion to serve!" - DAILY WORD Aug. 25, 2014
     "When I'm attuned to Spirit, the desire to serve others is awakened in me.  I am eager to express God through my thoughts, words, and deeds.  As I wake up to Spirit's voice within me, I feel my heart expand in gratitude.  I realize I am a vehicle through which God is revealed in the world.
   "I ask Spirit how I can be of service.  My heart is open and I am willing.  I listen with a grateful heart and mind and act on the guidance I receive.  As I share my gifts with passion, I awaken to all I am and all I have to give.  The energy of Spirit within me is ignited.  I am on fire with a passion to serve!"

Building / Equipment:

  • Oversee and assure the maintenance of the building and equipment therein.
  • Serve as point of contact for any issues reported regarding the building and/or equipment.
  • Report to the Board of Trustees any issues and their resolution.
  • Work with the minister to have minor issues resolved and with the board to resolve major issues.

Congregational Care & Prayer:

  • Hold the "high watch" for Unity of Gainesville Church and our congregation.
  • Align, coordinate and enhance the functions of the Prayer Chain, Prayer Partners, and/or Rose Prayer Centre.

Finance / Prosperity Committee:

  • To hold the "High Watch" for Unity of Gainesville and to assist and support in financial decisions for the ministry, as needed.

Grounds:

  • Ensure that the grounds, gardens, and wooded trail are maintained well.
  • Hold ground "clean up" activities.
  • Help beautify the grounds and maintain the sign.
  • Report any issues and their resolution to the board.

Mission / Community Outreach:

  • Provide community outreach activities within Gainesville.
  • Monitor the outreach activities that we have:  Bread of the Mighty Food Bank, "Pieces of Love," God Can.
  • Consider other ways we might provide such outreach.
  • Report to the board what activities are being provided and what is being considered.
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New stuffed toy gives comfort.
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Unperishable food for the food bank.
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Give a little or a lot... God Can provide!
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The Bookstore Team assists with the operation of Unity's "Portals" bookstore where the latest New Thought spiritual books, CDs and Daily Word (among other items) are available for sale.  Team members help customers with their purchases and assist in keeping the bookstore clean and organized.  There is also a lending library and items for sale to make or add to your own altar.

Nominating Committee:

  • As mandated in Bylaws, Section 4.04 B.1) - 4).  
  • A. Nominating Committee  
    1) Committee Members.  A Nominating Committee will be formed at least four (4) months prior to the next Annual Congregational Meeting. The committee will consist of a board member and three (3) members selected in the following manner.
       a) At the Semi-Annual Congregational Meeting, the membership will elect one (1) of its non-board members and an alternate to serve on the Nominating Committee for the next year’s election;  
       b) In the event the person elected is unavailable, the alternate will fill the vacated position, and the Board will select a new alternate from the membership, other than a current board member;
       c) The above two (2) committee members will select a third non-board committee member from the membership who will become the Chairperson of the Nominating Committee.
       d) At the September Board of Trustees meeting, the Board will elect one (1) of its Trustees who then becomes the fourth member of the Nominating Committee.
    2)  Duties.  The Nominating Committee will: 
       a) Initiate a search for at least four (4) qualified candidates for the Board of Trustees, 
       b) Ensure that candidates meet the qualifications for a member of the Board of Trustees,
       c) Add the candidate’s name to the slate of nominees upon meeting the qualifications, and
       d) Present the slate of nominees to the Board of Trustees at its January meeting for inclusion in the notice of the Annual Congregational Meeting.
    3)  Interim Board Procedure....(etc.)     4)  Nominating Procedure.​...(etc.)
  • Visit the church office to read the full Bylaws.

Public Relations:

  • Ensure that events are promoted through a variety of media.
  • Assist in enhancing promotional activities already established and explore additional means of promoting Unity of Gainesville Church.

Welcoming Team/ Hospitality / Cart Drivers:

  • Support and help coordinate the activities, as needed, of these existing ministries.
  • Provide services at special events (such as concerts, workshops, etc.), as needed.
  • Develop a group of people willing to serve on Sundays (and at any special event where it is required) in providing refreshments, and events set-up and break-down.
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"Welcoming Team" - This team welcomes people to church and collects/counts the offering.  
​They offer a greeting packet to first-time visitors.
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"Hospitality" assists with setting up and cleaning up at potluck lunch on first-Sunday of the month "Friendship Sundays"; setting up snacks and refreshments on other Sundays and special events; and keeping the kitchen neat and tidy.
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"Cart Drivers" assist people who might need (or like) a ride from the parking lot to the church door.
​ Must be over 16 and have a valid drivers license.

Worship / Platform / Music:

  • Work with the minister, musician(s), and sound board personnel to coordinate all elements of worship for the Sunday service and other sacred services throughout the year.
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The Sound & Lighting Team manages the soundboard, microphones, lighting, and projector for Sunday services, workshops and other special events.  As with other teams, service is on a rotating schedule.

Youth and Family Education:

  • Support the Youth Education Department
  • In cooperation with other ministries (such as Mission/Community Outreach Ministry and Public Relations Ministry), explore ways to attract young people and families to Unity of Gainesville Church.
  • Report on the activities of the Unikids, Uniteens, Y.O.U. (Youth of Unity), and N.G.U. (Next Generation Unity) to the board.
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Gwen Lindsley, Director - Our youth enjoy lessons according to age group... Unikids (ages 4-10) - Uniteens (ages 11-13) - and Y.O.U. [Youth Of Unity] (ages 14-17).  We also have a Nursery for Unitots (infants to age 3).
Ms. Gwen is always looking for those who are interested in the teaching and spiritual development of our youth.  A background check is required.  Your participation can be on a rotating basis.  If you are interested in serving our youth, speak with Ms. Gwen before or after church services; email her at gwen81146@yahoo.com.