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Volunteer Opportunities

Here’s how we work to get our volunteers involved in our church. After job descriptions are written we write a “Ministry Guide” that describes each job. These descriptions are then distilled into a “Servant Profile” which is filled out by you. Once it is completed you’re contacted when a need arises. It’s that simple! Below is an online Ministry Guide that lists all the volunteer opportunities in our church and a brief description of each of them.

Adult Education

  • Adult Sunday School Teacher

    Pastor Tom Brashears | (949) 552-1918 ext. 13

    Prepare and lead a series for the Adult Sunday School classes. Work with the Pastor in planning, preparation and review of class materials.

  • Small Group Leader

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Facilitate or lead a Small Group under the direction of the Small Group Director. Recruit participants, promote your group to the congregation, select curriculum (when appropriate) and prepare for group meetings. Communicate needs and monthly progress to the Small Group Director.

  • Special Seminar Facilitator/Teacher

    Tom Brashears | (949) 552-1918 ext. 13

    Prepare and lead a special seminar or class for adults during the week. Work with the Pastor Tom in planning, preparation and review of class materials.

  • Alpha Coordinator

    Francheska Anderson | (949) 651-5062

    Plan, recruit, promote and organize the Alpha Express 7-Week Course.

     

    (Alpha Express is a seven-week introduction to the Christian faith. Alpha looks at the fundamentals of Christian belief with topics like: “Who is Jesus,” “Why did Jesus die,” “Who is the Holy Spirit,” and “How can I be sure of my faith.” It is also a great place for both believers and seekers to build relationships and experience spiritual renewal.)

  • Alpha Cook

    Francheska Anderson | (949) 651-5062

    Prepare, cook and help serve a meal for roughly 40 people for one evening during the Alpha course.

     

    (Alpha Express is a seven-week introduction to the Christian faith. Alpha looks at the fundamentals of Christian belief with topics like: “Who is Jesus,” “Why did Jesus die,” “Who is the Holy Spirit,” and “How can I be sure of my faith.” It is also a great place for both believers and seekers to build relationships and experience spiritual renewal.)

  • Alpha Clean-Up/Set-Up (Alpha Angels)

    Francheska Anderson | (949) 651-5062

    Help set up, clean up for the course and offer kitchen assistance to Alpha Cook.

     

    (Alpha Express is a seven-week introduction to the Christian faith. Alpha looks at the fundamentals of Christian belief with topics like: “Who is Jesus,” “Why did Jesus die,” “Who is the Holy Spirit,” and “How can I be sure of my faith.” It is also a great place for both believers and seekers to build relationships and experience spiritual renewal.)

  • Alpha Helper

    Francheska Anderson | (949) 651-5062

    Assist an Alpha Small Group leader, by adding to the flow of conversation in the small group time, and praying for guests and leaders on a consistent basis, and attend the training session prior to the course.

     

    (Alpha Express is a seven-week introduction to the Christian faith. Alpha looks at the fundamentals of Christian belief with topics like: “Who is Jesus,” “Why did Jesus die,” “Who is the Holy Spirit,” and “How can I be sure of my faith.” It is also a great place for both believers and seekers to build relationships and experience spiritual renewal.)

  • Alpha Prayer Team

    Francheska Anderson | (949) 651-5062

    People who pray to gather on Wednesday afternoon to pray for the course, guests, and leaders. Also be willing to add this course to your daily prayers at home.

     

    (Alpha Express is a seven-week introduction to the Christian faith. Alpha looks at the fundamentals of Christian belief with topics like: “Who is Jesus,” “Why did Jesus die,” “Who is the Holy Spirit,” and “How can I be sure of my faith.” It is also a great place for both believers and seekers to build relationships and experience spiritual renewal.)

  • Alpha Small Group Leader

    Francheska Anderson | (949) 651-5062

    Lead an Alpha small group by praying for the guests, facilitating conversation on Alpha nights, and attend a training session prior to each course starting.

     

    (Alpha Express is a seven-week introduction to the Christian faith. Alpha looks at the fundamentals of Christian belief with topics like: “Who is Jesus,” “Why did Jesus die,” “Who is the Holy Spirit,” and “How can I be sure of my faith.” It is also a great place for both believers and seekers to build relationships and experience spiritual renewal.)

Children’s Ministry

  • Creative Arts Assistant

    Julie Goodman | (949) 857-6066

    Assist in presenting weekly lessons to the Sunday morning (FLOCK) large group (opening/closings with combined classes). Includes purchasing materials to build and create large displays. Helping to write, if needed, weekly elementary lessons.

  • Greeter Coordinator

    Cary Spohr | (949) 653-0461

    Recruit, and set up a schedule for FLOCK greeters to greet students once a month from 9:20-9:30. Make a weekly reminder call to the person who is scheduled for the upcoming Sunday.

  • Greeter

    Cary Spohr | (949) 653-0461

    Act as a greeter for students as they enter the gates for FLOCK on Sunday morning. Arrive at 9:20-9:35. You will be scheduled to greet once a month.

  • Holiday Event Coordinator (Children’s Ministry Special Events)

    Cary Spohr | (949) 653-0461

    Provide assistance for Trunk or Treat in October and/or the Easter Eggstravanza which is the day before Easter. Help with set-up, clean-up, and assistance during the event.

  • Milestone Ministry Teacher (Milestone Ministry Shepherd)

    Cary Spohr | (949) 653-0461

    Prepare for the 3 Milestone Ministry lessons by reading through the lesson plan thoroughly before that “milestone” Sunday morning. Lead the lesson plan and provide direction to your assistant. Serve as a mentor for the children and pray for each child in your group. Be in the classroom no later than 9:20 to set-up your room and greet students. Must be available on the designated Sunday mornings from 9:20-10:45 a.m.

  • Mission Parent

    Cary Spohr | (949) 653-0461

    Lead team in planning mission projects. Maintain contact with mission family and/or mission project. Communicate project needs and distribution of donations. Present mission project(s) at various times throughout the year.

  • Outreach Event Coordinator (Big Buddy Coordinator)

    Cary Spohr | (949) 653-0461

    Work with Children’s Ministry Team and Outreach Ministry Team in setting up 3 Big Buddy Sundays with outreach projects per year. Enlist 3-4 families to lead projects. Determine materials needed, provide listing to Children’s Ministry Team, follow-up weekly on status of donations to ensure sufficient supplies are obtained. Help with set-up and clean-up on day of event. Be sure that all of the projects will be taken to their appropriate destination. Send thank you notes to project leaders.

  • Support Staff

    Cary Spohr | (949) 653-0461

    Help set-up and clean-up for special events. Prep for Sunday School projects (can be done at home); supplies and directions will be provided. Printing of projects for Sunday School.

  • Take Home Prep Jobs

    Robyn Sarkhosh | (949) 552-7891

    Helping Sunday School to prep jobs such as cutting, gluing, putting together projects, stapling, etc. Supplies and directions will be provided. Be available to pick up projects from church, when needed, and return projects to church by designated date.

  • Teacher (FLOCK Shepherd)

    Cary Spohr | (949) 653-0461

    Prepare for the lesson by reading through the lesson plan thoroughly before Sunday morning. Lead the lesson plan and provide direction to your assistant. Serve as a mentor for the children and pray for each child in your group. Be in the classroom no later than 9:20 to set-up your room and greet students. Must be available on Sunday mornings from 9:20-10:45 a.m. from September to June.

  • Teacher’s Assistant (FLOCK Shepherd Assistant)

    Cary Spohr | (949) 653-0461

    Assist lead teacher in the classroom as directed. Serve as a mentor for the children and pray for each child in your group. Be in the classroom no later than 9:20 to set-up your room and greet students. Must be available on Sunday mornings from 9:20-10:45 a.m. from September to June.

  • Sign-in (Registration)

    Cary Spohr | (949) 653-0461

    Greet and help register children for classes on Sunday mornings at the Children’s Ministry sign-in table. Provide information about FLOCK and registration to any new students and families. Introduce them to their FLOCK shepherd, or find a staff member to introduce the new children.

  • Vacation Bible School Crew Leader

    Cary Spohr | (949) 653-0461

    Be responsible for a small group of students during the week of Vacation Bible School. Greet your students as they arrive. Escort your group to each station. Assist Station Leader with the supervision of your group. Participate in Vacation Bible School training. Must be available from 8:30-12:30 in the mornings the week of July 18.

  • Vacation Bible School Station Leader

    Cary Spohr | (949) 653-0461

    Coordinate and lead one of the stations during the week of Vacation Bible School. Prepare your station ahead of time and lead groups of students that visit your station throughout the day. Direct assistants and Crew Leaders as needed. Participate in Vacation Bible School training. Must be available from 8:30-12:30 in the mornings the week of July 18. Stations include:

    • Crafts
    • Music
    • Snacks
    • Games
    • Drama

  • Vacation Bible School Support Team

    Cary Spohr | (949) 653-0461

    Assist Vacation Bible School Station Leader from 8:30-12:30 in the mornings the week of July 18 in one of the following areas:

    • Crafts
    • Music
    • Snacks
    • Games
    • Drama

Office Administration

  • Assemble Monthly Newsletter

    Karen Morris  | (949) 552-1918 ext. 11

    Work with a team of other volunteers assembling the monthly newsletter and preparing it for mailing. Dates are flexible and coordinated through the church office.

  • Assemble Weekly Bulletins

    Karen Morris | (949) 552-1918 ext. 11

    Assemble components of the weekly bulletin, including the announcement page and special inserts. Must be available Friday during the day.

  • Data Entry

    Karen Morris | (949) 552-1918 ext. 11

    Work with the Church Administrator to input data into the church database. Computer knowledge a plus, but not required. Daytime availability preferred.

  • Special Events Office Volunteer

    Karen Morris | (949) 552-1918 ext. 11

    Prepare promotional material for distribution or display. Prepare mailings, including folding flyers, collating pages, addressing and stuffing envelopes, applying postage, etc. Other tasks as needed. Daytime availability preferred.

Congregational Care

  • Assist with Housework

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Assist with light housework or cleaning for a member who is ill or in need of assistance on an “as needed” basis. You will be contacted at least 24 hours ahead of time when a need arises.

  • Card Ministry Coordinator (Card Buddy Lead)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Coordinate ministry members assigning an individual for each day of the month to send birthday greetings. Update list annually.

  • Card Ministry Member (Card Buddy)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Send birthday greeting to congregational members whose birthday falls on a certain day each month.

  • Career Counselor

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Meet with members as needed to offer encouragement and support in career counseling and resume polishing.

  • Communion Leader for the Homebound (Christ Bearer Lead)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Prepare communion kits for homebound communion servers. Clean, restock and place communion kits on the altar before the 8 a.m. service on the first Sunday of each month.

  • Communion Server for the Homebound (Christ Bearer)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Take communion to homebound members. Contact, set-up a time, and visit one or more assigned homebound members one time per month and share Communion. Report visit and any pertinent information to the Director of Caring Ministry (Lisa Keimach). Return kit to church office before the end of the month.

  • Prayer Team Lead

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Coordinate and join prayer team in listing each member of our congregation in prayer. Prepare prayer cards according to church roster for each Tuesday meeting.

  • Prayer Team Member

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Join with prayer team each Tuesday in praying for church members.

  • Provide Transportation for Errands/Doctor (Transportation Provider)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Provide transportation for doctor appointments or errands on an “as needed” basis. You determine your availability and are contacted at least 24 hours ahead of time when a need arises that fits your schedule.

  • Provide Transportation for Sunday Morning (Transportation Provider)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Provide transportation to and from church on Sunday mornings for those who can’t otherwise attend on an “as needed” basis. You will be contacted at least 24 hours ahead of time when a need arises.

  • Transportation Coordinator (Transportation Provider Lead)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Coordinate transportation needs (generally to doctors appointments or to church). Keep and update list of all transportation providers.

  • Deliver Flowers (Visitation Team/Sunshine Bunch)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Deliver flowers from Sunday’s service (when donated). Pick up flowers after 1 p.m. on Monday or Tuesday a.m. Deliver to specified location, visit with recipient.

  • Funeral Reception Host

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Coordinate a church patio reception for funerals. Call bakers to provide baked goods; secure 3-4 hostess/servers for the reception; be responsible for set-up and clean-up of patio for reception.

  • Meal Provision Coordinator (Meal Providers Lead)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Contact and coordinate “Meal Providers” ministry team members to provide meals for church members at times of need (usually illness or hospitalization).

  • Meal Provider

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Provide a meal for people who are ill or otherwise unable to provide food for themselves or their family on an “as needed” basis. You will be contacted at least 24 hours ahead of time when a need arises.

  • Meals For Moms

    Nicole Warne-McGraw | (949) 872-9072

    If you would be willing to occasionally bring a meal for a family welcoming a new baby, please email Nicole Warne-McGraw at carrymebeautifully@yahoo.com with your name, email, and neighborhood or zip code. You can also check out the Meals for Moms website and calendar by going to: http://gslcirvinemeals4moms.shutterfly.com/

  • Prayer Chain Member

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Pray for prayer requests of the congregation. Check e-mail prayer requests daily. Be committed to confidentiality when indicated.

Congregational Life

  • Congregational Life Ministry Team

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    The basic objective of the Congregational Life Team is to connect people with one another through small groups, volunteer placement into ministry, and congregational events. Each Team member has an area of responsibility within Congregational Life.

  • Event Coordinator

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Planning and organizing of any special event sponsored by the Congregational Life Team. Responsibilites may include: internal/external promotion, ticket selling, set-up, clean-up, and hospitality.


    Scheduled events include:

    • Lenten Soup Suppers (3/13; 3/20; 3/27; 4/3; and 4/10)
    • Mother Daughter Tea (April 3)
    • National Day of Prayer (May 5)
    • Father-Son Game Night (May 6)
    • Beach Party (May 15)
    • Golf Tournament (TBD, but most likely mid-June)
    • Family Camp-Out (June 24-26)
    • Park Day/Picnic (August 7)
    • Salad Supper & Bible Study (August 25)
    • Mother-Son Game Night (September 23)
    • Father-Daughter Dance (October 15)
    • Advent Dinner (December 4)

  • Lenten Soup Suppers (3/13; 3/20; 3/27; 4/3; and 4/10)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Help is needed in the following areas:

    • food preparation
    • service
    • set-up
    • clean-up

  • Mother Daughter Tea (4/3)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Help is needed in the following areas:

    • purchasing of supplies (costs reimbursed)
    • food preparation
    • table setting
    • service
    • set-up
    • clean-up

  • National Day of Prayer (5/5)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Help is needed in the following areas:

    • prayer
    • readings

  • Father-Son Game Night (May 6)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Help is needed in the following areas:

    • purchasing of supplies (costs reimbursed)
    • setup
    • clean-up
    • games and activities
    • promotion

  • Beach Party (May 15)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Help is needed in the following areas:

    • set-up
    • purchasing of supplies (costs reimbursed)
    • clean-up
    • bringing supplies
    • purchasing food (costs reimbursed)
    • games and activities
    • music

  • Golf Tournament (TBD, but most likely mid-June)

    Toby Albers | (949) 378-1001

    Assist Golf Tournament Chairman in running the annual men’s golf tournament, by taking on a least one area of responsibility. (Recruiting, prizes, charitable donations).

  • Family Camp-Out (June 24-26)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Help is needed in the following areas:

    • food purchasing (costs reimbursed)
    • games and activities
    • promotion

  • Church Picnic/Park Day (August 7)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Help is needed in the following areas: 

    • food preparation
    • purchasing of supplies (costs reimbursed)
    • service
    • set-up
    • clean-up
    • games and activities
    • promotion

  • Salad Supper & Bible Study (August 25)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Help is needed in the following areas:

    • food preparation
    • service
    • set-up
    • clean-up
    • promotion

  • Mother-Son Game Night (September 23)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Help is needed in the following areas:

    purchasing of supplies (costs reimbursed)

    • set-up
    • clean-up
    • games and activities
    • promotion

  • Father Daughter Dance (October 15)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Help is needed in the following areas:

    • food preparation
    • purchasing of supplies (costs reimbursed)
    • service
    • set-up
    • clean-up
    • games and activities
    • promotion

  • Advent Dinner (December 4)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Help is needed in the following areas:

    • food preparation
    • service
    • set-up
    • clean-up

Evangelism Team

  • Evangelism Team

    Pastor Tom Brashears | (949) 552-1918 ext. 13

    The basic objectives of the Evangelism Team are to recruit, train, and motivate members of the Congregation for an on-going program of winning the unchurched for Christ. Each Team member has an area of responsibility within Evangelism.

  • Information Table Attendant

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Arrive 15 minutes prior to 1st service and set-up. Remain at table for 15 minutes before and after service to answer any questions and encourage sign-ups.

  • New Member Hospitality Coordinator

    Pastor Tom Brashears | (949) 552-1918 ext. 13

    Plan and organize special events, projects, or programs designed to make new members feel connected to the congregation. Work with Pastors to coordinate the New Member Reception or Dinner.

  • New Member Reception/Dinner

    Pastor Tom Brashears | (949) 552-1918 ext. 13

    Assist with the planning and organizing of the New Member Receptions or a New Member Dinner. Receptions are typically held on the Sunday morning that New Members are received into membership. The New Member Dinner is typically held one time a year for all new members who joined within the last year.

  • Phone Calls to Church Visitors

    Pastor Tom Brashears | (949) 552-1918 ext. 13

    Call people who have visited church services or events to thank them for coming, ask if they have any questions about church ministries or would like someone from church to visit them; invite them to return again.

  • Photograph New Members

    Pastor Tom Brashears | (949) 552-1918 ext. 13

    Photograph all new members on New Member Sunday and be responsible for developing the pictures and posting them in the Narthex. Schedule alternative times for those new members not in attendance.

  • Sunday Hospitality (Refreshments)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Arrange for the pick-up or delivery of donuts each week and prepare beverage cooler on Sunday morning.

  • Sunday Morning Coffee and Tea Maker

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Arrive 30 minutes prior to 8:00 am service to prepare and set up coffee cart.

  • Sunday Morning Greeter Coordinator

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Recruit, train, and schedule greeters for all services on Sunday morning. Maintain an active roster of greeters and find substitutes when needed.

  • Sunday Morning Greeter

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Act as a greeter for people as they enter the sanctuary for worship on Sunday morning. Arrive 25 minutes before the start of the service. You will be scheduled to greet at the service time of your choice, usually for three months out of the year.

Facilities Team

  • Facilities Team Member

    Larry Colando | (949) 854-1924

    The basic objective of the Facilities Team is the proper maintenance and care of all Church property, real and personal. Each Team member has an area of responsibility or expertise in property maintenance.

  • Electrical Work

    Larry Colando | (949) 854-1924

    Work with Facilities Team members or custodial staff when the need arises for someone with experience or expertise in electrical work. Certified electricians preferred for some jobs.

  • Engineer (Mechanical or Electrical)

    Larry Colando | (949) 854-1924

    If you are a mechanical or electrical engineer, work with Facilities Team members or custodial staff in providing technical assistance or consultation when a special need arises.

  • Inventory Analysis

    Larry Colando | (949) 854-1924

    Work with Facilities Team members or custodial staff to document and record church property for insurance purposes.

  • Irrigation Work

    Larry Colando | (949) 854-1924

    Monitor sprinkler system monthly; including monitor and adjust sprinkler coverage and troubleshoot sprinkler heads not in proper operation. Set timing of system, reset as applicable to seasonal requirements.

  • Landscaping

    Larry Colando | (949) 854-1924

    Work with Facilities Team members or custodial staff with the planning and design of appropriate landscaping for the church grounds.

  • Light Mechanical Work

    Larry Colando | (949) 854-1924

    Work with Facilities Team members or custodial staff when the need arises for the maintenance or repair of church property or equipment.

  • Locksmith

    Larry Colando | (949) 854-1924

    Work with Facilities Team members or custodial staff when the need arises for a locksmith, especially re-keying.

  • Painting

    Larry Colando | (949) 854-1924

    Work with Facilities Team members or custodial staff when the need arises for light or commercial painting.

  • Plumbing

    Larry Colando | (949) 854-1924

    Work with FacilitiesTeam members or custodial staff when the need arises for someone with experience or expertise in plumbing.

  • Secretarial Assistance

    Larry Colando | (949) 854-1924

    Assist the Facilities Team chairperson and custodial staff with the organization of receipts, plans, or other documents for easy access or referral.

Men of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

  • Big Brother/Big Sisters of Orange County

    Jim Frick | (949) 533-0664

    Mentor a “little brother” by planning events (usually monthly) that will foster relationship of nurture and support for kids in need of a godly influence in their life.

  • Breakfast Men’s Club (BMC) Cook/Set-Up

    Tom Martin | (949) 683-9522

    Help cook breakfast for 30-40 men, or help “set up”, or “take down” tables and chairs for the breakfast.

  • Breakfast Men’s Club (BMC) Phone Tree Caller

    Tom Martin | (949) 683-9522

    Call 8-10 guys on the men’s list to remind them of the upcoming Men’s Breakfast.

  • Men’s Bible Study - “Daily Bread Together”

    Pastor Mike Anderson | (949)552-1918 ext. 15

    Meet with other men of GSLC in a Daily Bread Together Bible Study Group, discussing a text from the Daily Bread devotional each week.

  • Men’s Golf Tournament Chairman

    Craig Nelson | (714) 322-1920

    Plan, recruit, promote and organize an annual golf tournament for the men of GSLC.

  • Men’s Golf Tournament Committee

    Craig Nelson | (714) 322-1920

    Assist Golf Tournament Chairman in running the annual men’s golf tournament, by taking on at least one area of responsibility. (Recruiting, prizes, charitable donations.)

  • Retreat Committee Chairperson

    Toby Albers | (949) 378-1001

    Plan, organize, promote and recruit for the annual Men’s Retreat with the help of the Men’s Ministry Pastoral Liaison. Lead committee meetings and all aspects of the promotion, planning and execution of the Retreat.

  • Retreat Committee

    Pastor Mike Anderson | (949)552-1918 ext. 15

    Assist the Retreat Committee Chairperson in planning and organizing the annual Men’s Retreat. All committee members should have an area of responsibility for the retreat and work under the direction of the Retreat Committee Chairperson.

  • Serving Event Coordinator

    John Parsons | (949) 701-5502

    Plan, organize, promote and recruit for quarterly servant events with the help of the Men’s Ministry Pastoral Liaison, i.e. Habitat for Humanity builds.

Outreach: Missions and Social Concerns

  • Faith-in-Action Leadership Team

    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    Faith-in-Actionn is a congregationn-wide day of service to our community and world in November of each year. The responsibility of the leadership team is to oversee the planning of Faith-in-Action Sunday. This involves a 6-month time commitment as we identify local and global service projects, communicate Faith-in-Action to the congregation and finally sign people up for the event.

  • Faith-in-Action Project Coordinator

    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    Faith-in-Action is a congregation-wide day of service to our community and world in November of each year. Each project coordinator will oversee the planning of one project for Faith-in-Action Sunday and help to manage volunteers to complete the project within a specific budget.

  • Global Mission Team Leadership

    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    The Leadership Team seeks to create connections between those who can give and those who need to receive, recognizing that the givers will be changed in the process. Along with the Pastors, they will help to cast the vision for global missions at Good Shepherd, and oversee the planning of global mission projects and trips. This will include developing a strategy for fundraising. A leadership team member will chair the Global Mission Team meetings.

  • Global Mission Team Member

    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    Global Mission Team members will participate in educating the congregation about global missions, and assist in developing a plan for global missions projects and trips. Some team members will be identified to go on a short-term mission trip through an application process.

  • Outreach Ministry Leader

    Terry Fee | (949) 786-1878
    Cip Perez | (949) 552-0215

    Develop and send out monthly meeting agenda’s to the team; run the monthly meeting and develop a schedule of outreach events. Each Outreach event will be headed by individual project leaders who will organize volunteers needed for these activities. Assist in writing all announcements, newsletter articles, etc. where events are advertised to the congregation. Minutes for meetings and thank you notes are delegated to a member of the Outreach Team.

  • Outreach Team Member

    Terry Fee | (949) 786-1878
    Cip Perez | (949) 552-0215

    Participate in a ministry of social concern that offers opportunities to serve our local and global communities and show God’s love through those activities, i.e.

    • Work “hands on” with feeding the hungry
    • Work in a warehouse sorting food for the hungry
    • Help bake cookies for an event
    • Help BBQ food for an event
    • Help paint a house for a person or family in need (Paint your Heart Out)
    • Sign people up for events at the Outreach Table before and after Sunday Service (needed for each service)
    • Help collect and distribute tangible goods to local organizations during an Outreach drive (needed for each service)
    • Help assemble peanut and butter and jelly (PB&J) sandwiches and hygiene kits for the poor

  • Prayer Quilt Coordinator (Prayers and Squares Lead)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Set-up, clean-up and guide “Prayers and Squares” meeting. Be responsible for quilting materials and bring quilts to church when requested on Sunday mornings.

  • Prayer Quilt Member (Prayers and Squares Member)

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Join “Prayers and Squares” meetings. Cut material, sew and put together quilts.

Public Relations

  • Public Relations Team

    Pastor Tom Brashears | (949) 552-1918 ext. 13

    The basic objectives of the Public Relations Team are the presentation to the public of a Christian image which will reflect favorably upon the work of Christ and of the Congregation as His instrument, the publicizing of the work of the Congregation, and the general integration of the Congregation's work into the life of the community. Each Team member has an area of responsibility or expertise in public relations.

  • Advertising Experience

    Pastor Tom Brashears | (949) 552-1918 ext. 13

    If you have experience in the world of advertising, work with PR members or staff to develop and produce special projects or advertising campaigns.

  • Graphic Design

    Pastor Tom Brashears | (949) 552-1918 ext. 13

    Develop and produce graphics, logos, models, etc., using computer graphic software, for internal and/ or external publicity.

  • Photographer

    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    Photograph various people and events for internal and/or external publicity. Maintain digital files of pictures.

  • Public Relations Experience

    Pastor Tom Brashears | (949) 552-1918 ext. 13

    If you have experience in the world of public relations, work with the PR team or staff to develop and produce special projects or publicity campaigns.

  • Website Experience

    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    If you have experience with website design or maintenance, work with PR members or staff on the ongoing development of the church website.

Preschool

  • Preschool Team

    Wendy Warner | (949) 552-1967

    The basic objective is to assist in establishing policies and support Director to carry out those policies and administer the total program of the Preschool under the direction of the Executive Pastor. Each member has an area of responsibility or expertise in the school or education.

  • Congregational Liaison

    Wendy Warner | (949) 552-1967

    Work with Congregational Life and Children’s Ministry on the planning and organizing of joint activities between the church and preschool.

  • Educational Support

    Wendy Warner | (949) 552-1967

    Assist Preschool Team members and staff with the evaluation of policies and procedures.

  • Financial Expertise

    Wendy Warner | (949) 552-1967

    Work with Team members and staff in the areas of budgeting and finance.

  • Long Range Planning

    Wendy Warner | (949) 552-1967

    Work with Preschool Team members, staff, and the Property team chairperson on the development of a long-range plan for the school. Represent the school’s interests when property development is discussed.

  • Public Relations

    Wendy Warner | (949) 552-1967

    Work with the Preschool team members and staff to develop and produce special projects or publicity campaigns to promote our school to the surrounding community.

  • Website Experience

    Wendy Warner | (949) 552-1967

    If you have experience with website design or maintenance, work with the Preschool team members or staff on the ongoing development of the school website.

Stewardship and Finance

  • Stewardship Team

    Steve Guentner | (714) 573-5745

    The basic objectives of the Stewardship Team are to initiate programs for the development of good stewardship attitudes in the members of the Congregation in regard to time, talents, and treasures; to provide for the recruitment, training, and utilization of members of the Congregation for the work of Christ's Kingdom and to safeguard the temporal assets of the Congregation.

  • Accounting Expertise

    Dennis Deslatte | (949) 857-4867

    Work with the Finance team, Church Treasurer, and/or church and school accountant with the prepartion of financial statements.

  • Every Member Visitation Coordinator

    Pastor Tom Brashears | (949) 552-1918 ext. 13

    Plan and organize the annual Every Member Visitation. Recruit and train presenters. Work with the Church Administrator to obtain accurate contact information for church members.

  • Financial Expertise

    Mark Engstrom | (949) 717-6771

    Work with the Finance team, church treasurer, and/or Foundation team in the areas of budgeting and finance.

  • Offering Counter

    Donna Duckworth | (949) 552-1918 ext 17

    Count the weekly Sunday offering on Monday morning and verify deposits.

  • Prepare Offering Envelopes

    Donna Duckworth | (949) 552-1918 ext 17

    Assist the Church Administrator with the labeling, organizing, and distributing the offering envelopes at the end of the year.

Technologies

  • Operate Projection System

    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    Be responsible for the overall operation of the projection system during the service of your choice. Show song slides, graphics, or videos at the appointed time. Attend training and demonstrate competency with the projection hardware and software. Will work under the direction of Josh Lyon or staff members.

  • Operate Sound Team

    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    Be responsible for the operation of the sound board at the service of your choice. Attend training meetings when necessary. Work under the direction of Josh Lyon or staff members to ensure the proper sound levels of musicians and/or speakers during the worship service.

  • Photographer

    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    Take high-quality photos of GSLC events for use in video, web, or the church archive.

  • Photoshop Tech

    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    Help create photos and graphics for use in worship or sermons. Must be proficient with Photoshop or similar software.

  • Videographer

    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    Take high-quality video of GSLC events for use in video, web, or the church archive.

Women of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

  • Girls’ Night-Out Coordinator

    Elaine Deslatte | (949) 857-4867

    Research, preview and book Christian speakers for ladies fellowship evenings (Girls’ Night Out). Communicate with speaker regarding topic of presentation. Coordinate travel accommodations for speaker and advertising of events. Arrange for greeters, bakers, clean-up, set-up and sound system operator for events throughout the year.

  • Girls’ Night-Out Support Team

    Elaine Deslatte | (949) 857-4867

    Assist with the following tasks:

    • Arrange travel and hotel accommodations
    • Advertising
    • Greeters
    • Bakers
    • Coffee/Tea Set Up
    • Event Set-Up and Clean-Up
    • Thank you notes

  • Prayer Partner Coordinator

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Plan, organize, and promote the Prayer Partner Ministry and the dessert, which is held annually in Spring (3/4/11 this year).

  • Prayer Partner

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Pray daily for a “secret” prayer partner (selected at the annual Prayer Partner Dessert).

  • Retreat Committee Chairperson

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Plan and organize the annual Women’s Retreat. Recruit volunteers to serve on a retreat committee. Lead committee meetings and oversee all aspects of the retreat planning process.

  • Retreat Committee

    Lisa Keimach | (949) 552-1918 ext. 16

    Assist the Retreat Committee Chairperson in planning and organizing the annual Women’s Retreat. All committee members should have an area of responsibility for the retreat. Work under the direction of the Retreat Committee Chairperson.

Worship Ministry

  • Worship Ministry Team

    Dlorah Dahl | (949) 551-9089

    The basic objective of the Worship Ministry Team is the supervision of everything pertaining to congregational worship. Each team member has an area of responsibility within Worship Ministry Team.

  • Acolyte Coordinator

    Steven Johnson | (949) 552-1918 ext. 14

    Recruit, train, and schedule acolytes for worship services and special holiday services. Report to Director of Student Ministries.

  • Altar Guild Leader

    Gerry Small | (949) 552-7666

    Ensure that the chancel area is appropriately attired for each liturgical season. Oversee the preparation of communion elements. Recruit, train, and schedule Altar Guild Team Members. Report to the Worship Ministry Team chairperson.

  • Altar Guild Member

    Gerry Small | (949) 552-7666

    Decorate the chancel area for each liturgical season. Prepare elements for communion services. Work under the direction of the Altar Guild Leader.

  • Communion Server Coordinator

    Julie Trom | (949) 581-8543

    Recruit, train, and schedule communion servers for worship services and holiday services. Report to the Worship Ministry Team chairperson.

  • Communion Server

    Julie Trom | (949) 581-8543

    Assist the pastors with communion. Arrive at least 10 minutes before services begin. Work under the direction of the Communion Server Coordinator.

  • Create Art for Worship and/or Altar

    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    Create art for the worship space and/or altar. Examples include hanging art for season of the church year, work with fabric for making banners, or creating “altarscapes” for thematic worship.

  • Drama Set Designer

    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    Participate in set design and building for dramas during worship services or for a special event or service.

  • Drama Participant

    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    Participate in drama rehearsals and performances during worship services or for a special event or service.

  • Festival Preparation

    Gerry Small | (949) 552-7666

    Assist with the decorating of the sanctuary for special holidays like Christmas and Easter, as well as any festival Sundays throughout the year.

  • Healing Prayer Team Coordinator

    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    Coordinate the Healing Prayer Team who will pray with people who come forward for healing prayers during worship services on 5th Sundays of the month or other special services.

  • Healing Prayer Team

    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    Pray with people who come forward for healing prayers during worship services on 5th Sundays of the month or other special services.

  • Lay Reader Coordinator

    Cheryl Taylor | (949) 786-8544
    Cheryl Hall | (714) 270-2431 – Northwood

    Recruit, train, and schedule lay readers for worship services and holiday services. Report to the Worship Ministry Team chairperson.

  • Lay Reader

    Cheryl Taylor | (949) 786-8544

    Read the lessons for the day at the designated service. Prepare in advance by receiving the lessons from the staff Publications Coordinator. Work under the direction of the Lay Reader Coordinator.

  • Parking Lot Attendant

    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    Periodically assist with the flow of traffic as people park their cars during our larger worship services and events.

Contemporary Worship

  • Band Instrumentalist

    Josiah Lewis | cy@gslcirvine.org
    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    Lead worship music with the worship band at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. services and special events.

  • Band Vocalist

    Josiah Lewis | cy@gslcirvine.org
    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    Lead worship music with the worship band at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. services and special events.

Traditional Worship

  • Chancel Choir

    Doug Fischer | (949) 786-8500

    The Chancel Choir performs special music primarily at the 8:00 worship services on Sunday mornings. They may also perform a concert at various times throughout the year, especially around the holidays. Rehearsal is on Thursday evenings. The choir season begins in August and ends in May.

  • Children’s Choir

    Kat Giesler | (562) 833-1407

    The Children’s Choir performs special music primarily at the 9:30 a.m. and/or 11:00 a.m. worship services on Sunday mornings throughout the year. They may also perform a concert at various times throughout the year, especially around the holidays. Rehearsal is on Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. The choir season is generally the same as a school year.

  • Festival/Special Music

    Pastor Ryan Warne-McGraw | (949) 552-1918 ext. 18

    At various times throughout the year, especially around the holidays and festival Sundays, the need arises for various musicians to accompany the choir in performing special music. Need may vary but include: vocal soloist, string instruments, piano or organ, woodwind and brass instruments. Demonstration of your musical ability and rehearsals are required.

Youth Ministry

  • Confirmation Administration Assistant

    Steven Johnson | (949) 552-1918 ext. 14

    Help with administrative tasks relating to Confirmation including, but not limited to: Sermon Note counting, Acolyte form counting, service hour counting, event coordinating, and emailing parents.

  • Confirmation Small Group Leader

    Steven Johnson | (949) 552-1918 ext. 14

    Act as a mentor to a small group of Confirmation students on Wednesday nights during the school year. Pray for the students in your group. Work under the direction of the Youth Director.

  • Dinner Coordinator

    Steven Johnson | (949) 552-1918 ext. 14

    Schedule, prep, and help provide weekly meals for GSLC’s Confirmation program.

  • High School Small Group Leader

    Steven Johnson | (949) 552-1918 ext. 14

    Act as a mentor to a small group of High School students on Tuesday nights during the school year. Pray for the students in your group. Work under the direction of the Youth Director.

  • Missions Coordinator

    Steven Johnson | (949) 552-1918 ext. 14

    Work with the Youth Team and Youth Director on the planning and organizing of mission projects, both local and abroad, for the various youth programs of the church.

  • Prayer Minister/Coordinator

    Steven Johnson | (949) 552-1918 ext. 14

    Coordinate and facilitate a prayer group whose specific focus is to pray for the teens, families of teens, student ministry events, and student ministry staff and volunteers.

  • Snack Coordinator

    Steven Johnson | (949) 552-1918 ext. 14

    Coordinate with members and parents of GSLC to provide snacks and drinks for Tuesday Night’s 24/7 High School Ministries Program.

  • Student Ministries Administrative Assistant

    Steven Johnson | (949) 552-1918 ext. 14

    Assist Student Ministries staff in administration tasks such as, but not limited to: some clerical work, parent/student communication, programming, organizing and researching for events, mission trips, and/or fundraisers.

  • Student Outreach Volunteer

    Steven Johnson | (949) 552-1918 ext. 14

    Be the face of Good Shepherd Youth Ministry at local outreach clubs or outreach organization events such as: Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Young Life, in order to build relationnship with students and help to integrate them into the body of the local church and GSLC’s 24/7 High School Ministry.