Volunteer Central

Explore opportunities to make a positive difference in the church and community.

Volunteer Central

Explore opportunities to volunteer in the church and community.

Volunteer Central is your starting point for discovering meaningful ways to serve both within the church and throughout our community.

Whether you’re looking to use your gifts, try something new, or make a difference alongside others, there’s a place for you here.

Explore the many volunteer opportunities available and find a role that matches your passions, skills, and heart for service.

For any questions about Volunteer Central, please use the button below to contact Ashley Hill, First Impressions Manager.

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  • Contact Person

    Description

    • We are looking for assistance in our Administration Office with phone calls and light office work. You will be working alongside the Communication Coordinator.

    • You would work on a alternating/rotating schedule with other volunteers.

    • Training will be provided.

  • Contact Person

    Description

    • We are looking for facilitators to help in the groups, we provide the training. Facilitator role is to keep the support group on track and keep those in attendance involved.

  • Contact Person

    Description

    • Volunteers are needed for the JOY-Alzheimer’s group that provides activities to the loved ones while caregiver attends support group on Thursday mornings.

    • Training provided.

    • We also need additional help to lead or co-lead to provide: Arts and Crafts, Music, Games and Exercise

  • Contact Person

    Description

    • Recruit volunteers to assist with backpack assembly, sorting, backpacks and school supplies for Wildwood elementary, middle and high school, and to help with school pickup.

  • Contact Person

    Description

    • Bargains and Blessings need volunteers in various areas of the store, such as: Cashiers, Store Display, Store Re-Stocking, Drivers to pick up merchandise, Unloaders to take in donations, and more.

  • Contact Person

    Description

    • Flexible availability to drive the church bus for church events, such as: Women’s and Men’s Ministry retreats, Youth events, and Mission & Outreach events. Requires a background check and a commercial driver’s license (CDL) with a passenger endorsement.

  • Contact Person

    Description

    • We are in need of Greeters and Ushers for Celebrations of Life (memorial services). Strict safety measure are in place to protect volunteers. Training will be provided.

  • Contact: Jane Bakke

    Phone: (352) 750-4529

    A choir volunteer typically participates in worship services and special events by singing, leading congregational singing, and contributing to a positive worship atmosphere. They are expected to attend rehearsals, learn musical selections, and work collaboratively to create a cohesive and uplifting choral sound. IN essence, they use their musical talents to enhance the worship experience and connect with the congregation on a deeper level.

  • Saturday Contact Person

    Sunday Contact Persons

    Description

    • Servers are needed to help with Communion for all Saturday service, and once a month on Sundays. Training is provided, and everyone works in teams.

  • Contact Person

    Description

    • We are looking for volunteers to set up, replenish, and serve delicious coffee and treats. Whether brewing coffee or maintaining small talk, these volunteers have smiles on their faces and love making our church a little more inviting. Shifts are 8 AM – 9 AM and 9 AM – 11 AM, one weekend a month.

    • Training will be provided.

  • Contact Person

    Description

    • Assisting congregants and guests using the available computers to register for classes/programs, online giving, and church website navigation. Volunteers will also assign and record New Covenant ID Cards.

    • You are asked to work one shift a month. Available shifts are: Saturday 4 PM–5 PM, Sunday 8 AM–10 AM, and Sunday 10 AM–12 PM

    • Training will be provided.

  • Contact: Sandy Thornton

    Phone: (352) 750-4529

    A Congregational Care Minister provides compassionate support to members facing various life changes. This ministry encompasses a range of activities, such as visiting the hospital, offering comfort and fostering a sense of community within the church. Volunteers in this ministry aim to embody Christ’s love and care by meeting both the spiritual and practical need of the congregation.

  • Contact Person

    Description

    • Fresh Expressions is a ministry that provides mini worship services for residents in many of the living facilities in The Villages and surrounding areas.

    • Qualifications: If you have the gift of music, prayer, or sharing a devotion, being a part of this ministry may be a good fit for you. All volunteers for Fresh Expression undergo training in protecting vulnerable adults as well as a background check.

  • Contact: Sharon Weimert

    Phone: (352) 750-4529

    Our grief volunteers provide compassionate support to grieving families during a difficult time, often offering assistance with various aspects of funeral services.  Volunteers may help with logistical arrangements, provide spiritual comfort, and offer practical help to families.  The ministry’s goal is to demonstrate the church’s love and support of the bereaved.

  • Contact Person

    Description

    • Members assist Co-Chairs to complete necessary tasks according to liturgical calendar and to decorate assigned areas for different seasons celebrated by the church. Times vary based on season of church and assigned duties.

  • Contact: Gary Search

    Email

    The ministry's home build requires no specific skills. Experienced volunteers are on-site to provide instruction. Volunteers paint, landscape, lay sod, cut lumber, install doors and flooring, etc. Volunteer workdays are Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 7:45 AM to 12 PM.

  • Contact Person

    Description

    • To serve home communion to our faith community who are shut in their homes, reside in assisted-living facilities, or during hospitalization. Training and supplies will be provided.

  • Contact: Terry Sessler

    Phone: (352) 750-4529

    The Kitchen Ministry involves volunteers who maintain the kitchen, prepare and serve food for church events, and support various ministries through food related activities.  These volunteers often handle tasks like food preparation, cleaning, organizing, and ensuring kitchen safety and hygiene.  They also play a vital role in fostering fellowship and hospitality within the church community.

  • Contact: Rev. Ellen Pollock

    Phone: (352) 750-4529

    Church nursery/children’s ministry volunteers provide care and a safe nurturing environment for young children during church services and other church events. They engage in activities like playing, reading, and teaching age-appropriate Bible lessons, all while ensuring a clean and secure space. Volunteers offer a welcoming atmosphere and build positive relationships.

  • Contact Person

    Description

    • Assisting with the thriving online community. Each week, we're joined by 1000 people worldwide, all made possible by the dedicated efforts of our production team.

    No prior experience is necessary, and everyone is welcome to join us.

  • Contact: Carolyn Hernandez

    Phone: (352) 750-4529

    Stephen Ministers are lay (non-clergy) individuals within an church or congregation who volunteer to provide one on one confidential Christian Care to people going through challenging times in their lives.

  • Contact Person

    Description

    • Our seven-person Traffic Control Team guides incoming and outgoing vehicle traffic for entertainment events at New Covenant’s campus, working in conjunction with a Sumter County Deputy Sheriff on CR101. Our paramount concern is everyone’s safety while entering and exiting an event.

    • We do this for events when anticipated attendance exceeds 500 people. Our job is to direct inbound traffic to New Covenant’s East and West parking lots prior to an event and to direct orderly and safe exits from our property following an event’s conclusion.

  • Contact Person

    Description

    • We are in need of Ushers and Greeters before and after our worship services – Saturday 5 PM and Sunday 9 and 11 AM. Strict safety measures are in place to protect volunteers. Stand at the entrances for about 45 minutes prior to service to greet and help seat arriving guests, and 15 minutes after service.

    • Training will be provided.

  • Contact Person

    • Ashley Hill, First Impressions Manager

    • ahill@ncumcfl.com

    Description

    • Provide a warm and friendly greeting to members and guests. Encouraging guests to fill out a connection card. Answering any questions guests or members have about ministry programs, events, directions around the church, and location of amenities. One weekend a month.

    • Training will be provided.

  • Contact Person

    Description

    • Our current Mentors “move up” with their Mentees, but because of how well-received the program continues to be, we have more students who are asking for Mentors. Each year, we recruit adults who have a heart for teenagers and a sincere desire to provide love, patience, guidance, and support over a period of four years as the Mentee journeys from ninth grade through graduation. The Mentor Program focuses on four foundational areas: physical, spiritual, behavioral, and academic/career needs.

  • Contacts: Pat Hill/Cindy Kane

    Phone: (352) 750-4529

    A women’s ministry volunteer helps create a welcoming and supportive environment for women, through various activities. Volunteers may assist with event planning, Bible studies, small group facilitation, or providing practical care and support to other women in the congregation and community. They may also be involved in outreach and missions, helping to connect the ministry with the wider community.

  • Contact: Rev. Ellen Pollock

    Phone: (352) 750-4529

    Youth volunteers play a vital role and contribute to the spiritual growth of children and teenagers. They can serve as teachers, mentors, activity leaders, and more. Their involvement helps foster a sense of belonging, providing positive role models, and ensures the continuity of faith within the church.

  • Contacts: Pastor Randy Cook & Don Buckey

    Phone: (352) 750-4529

    A men’s ministry volunteer helps lead and support other men in their faith journey, fostering spiritual growth and community. Volunteers may assist with planning events, leading small groups, providing mentorship, or offering practical support to men within the church and community. They play a vital role in strengthening the church’s men’s ministry and helping men become more active disciples of Christ.

Discover Your Spiritual Gifts

God has uniquely gifted each of us to serve and strengthen His church.

The Spiritual Gifts Inventory is a simple and helpful tool designed to uncover how God has wired you to make an impact.

By discovering your spiritual gifts, you can step into serving with greater purpose, confidence, and joy: connecting with opportunities that align with who God created you to be.

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