Serve
There are many ways to serve at Chatham UMC!
Outreach & Missions
Midwest Mission Distribution Center
Midwest Mission is a disaster response agency for the United Methodist Church that does so much more than disaster response. CUMC regularly partners with MMDC to do food packs, school kit packs, layette kit packs and more. Midwest Mission is sending hope around the corner and around the world.
Our next food pack is Wednesday, October 26th from 6:00-8:00 pm at the church. All are welcome and all can participate!
Back to School
Blessings Day
Once a year CUMC does a great big school supply and backpack giveaway to any student in the surrounding area that needs it. It is our hope that every student in our area will have the tools to succeed at school and life. This year's event will be in early August. Financial donations and backpack donations are being accepted now.
For more info or to sign up to help, contact Natalie Morey at nmorey@chathamumc.net or Shelly Phillips at rognshel@gmail.com
Titan Fuel
On a bi-weekly basis throughout the school year, CUMC members volunteer in many ways at Titan Fuel, a backpack food ministry right here in Chatham. Our church gave birth to this vital organization that is thriving and making an impact in our local schools.
Contact Paula Brown for more info or to volunteer to help! pjbrown1124@gmail.com
Kumler Outreach Ministries
On the first Tuesday of each month, members of CUMC prepare an evening meal for the homeless ministy at Kumler UMC in Springfield.
Contact Nick Stabler for more info or to help! n.c.stabler@gmail.com
Ronald McDonald House
Once a month, members of CUMC prepare a meal for the people residing at the Ronald McDonald House in Springfield.
Contact Nick Stabler for more info or to help! n.c.stabler@gmail.com
Serving Our Kids & Youth
Kids Ministry
There are many ways to volunteer that serve the kids of our church community!
Kids Quest Helpers (2nd -6th graders) Wednesday Nights 6-8 pm
Kids Ministry Special Event Helpers (Movie Nights, Game Nights, Breakfast with Santa, etc.)
Nativity Play Director & Helpers
Contact Natalie to help! nmorey@chathamumc.net
Youth Ministry
There are many ways to serve that impact the youth of our church community!
Youth Group (Middle & High School) Sundays 5:00-7:00 pm
at Springfield First UMC
Youth Mission Trips & Special Trips
Youth Special Events
Contact Natalie to help!
nmorey@chathamumc.net
Sunday School
Sunday school teachers and helpers are a very important part of our children's ministry. Sunday school teachers and helpers prepare lessons from curriculum and either lead or assist on Sunday mornings. What makes Sunday school teachers so important is their presence in the lives of our kids. All kids need adults (other than their parents) that know their name, love them and care for their spiritual and personal development.
To help with Sunday school, contact Belinda Green or Natalie Morey.
bmgreen12@hotmail.com + nmorey@chathamumc.net
Music Ministry
Praise Band
Our Praise Band is a collective of musicians that lead our contemporary or casual worship service. Musicians and singers are always welcome to join.
To volunteer contact Roger Wainwright. rogerwainwright57@gmail.com
Sanctuary Choir
Our Sanctuary Choir rehearses and performs weekly throughout the school year and on the third Sundays of the month throughout the summer. Rehearsals are on Wednesday nights at 6:30 pm in the sanctuary. All those that love to sing are welcome to join!
Contact Sherry Way for more info. sway@chathamumc.net
Bell Choir
Our Bell Choir rehearses weekly and performs monthly throughout the school year and on the third Sundays of the month throughout the summer. Rehearsals are on Wednesday nights at 6:00 pm in the sanctuary. All those that love to ring are welcome to join!
Contact Sherry Way for more info. sway@chathamumc.net
Hospitality Ministry
Greeters
Our greeters are the first to welcome community members to worship on Sunday mornings and to special events and services. If you have a heart for welcome and enjoy making Chatham UMC a welcoming place to be, consider being a part of this important team.
Contact Ruth Johnston to volunteer.
ruthjohnston311@yahoo.com
Ushers
Our team of ushers helps our worship service to flow smoothly each Sunday. From helping to make sure everything is turned on, welcoming and ready, to collecting the offering and guiding folks forward for communion, to directing acolytes and ringing the bell. This team cares for our community by tending to so many details in a loving way.
If you'd like to volunteer, contact Phil Fahs. pfahs@comcast.net
Sunday Fellowship
Coffee and a breakfast treat helps Chatham UMC be a casual, comfortable and engaging place to not only worship but to visit with friends.
We need individuals or families to help by making coffee or by providing a tray of goodies on Sundays.
If you'd like to help, contact Belinda Green.
bmgreen12@hotmail.com