Ways to Get Involved
“Nobody can be joined to the Lord except by means of love and charity.” (Arcana Coelestia 2349)
Volunteering
One great way to get involved is through service and volunteering!
New Church theology and teachings emphasize the importance of service to others – sometimes called the Doctrine of Use (or Usefulness). It is through service that we connect with the Lord, and obtain true happiness.
There are many ministries (uses) that support the mission and services of The Washington New Church. The following list is a sampling of ways that church members can volunteer to support the services and activities of our church.
- Music
- Ushers
- Greeters
- Chancel
- Garden
- Hospitality / Refreshments
- Media (e.g., live and recorded services)
- Small Group / Home Fellowship (e.g., study groups)
- Special Events
- Meals
- Newsletter
- Executive Committee – Church
If you are interested in volunteering your time to support these various ministries and uses, please contact us.
Programs
The pastors and lay leaders of the Washington New Church offer many ongoing opportunities for spiritual study and discussion. Some are held at the church, some in private homes, and one meets at a local restaurant. Some are weekly, some a biweekly, and some are individual or short term events, often with special guest speakers. These events are all listed in the monthly newsletter or calendar.
Friday Evenings
Our traditional time for major doctrinal classes or other church meetings is Friday night. Held on a monthly basis these usually include a potluck or prepared dinner beginning at 7:00 pm, with the formal program at 8:00. Unless it’s a potluck, the cost of dinner is $5.00. Spiritual topics of interest to the whole church may be presented, but it is also a time when we hold congregational meetings (up to three per year).
Weekends
Occasionally the church will host community activities on a Saturday – everything from an arts guild workshop to a first aid course. Church work parties are scheduled occasionally on Saturday mornings and social events on Saturday nights.
Mid-Week
Spiritual study and discussion groups frequently meet on weekday evenings, and one group for those not working during the day meets on Wednesday mornings. You are welcome to join any group currently in progress, and if you have any new ideas for a group -social or spiritual- we invite you to discuss it with one of the pastors or our church secretary. We would like to provide for uses that meet your needs.
Pastoral Consultation
Pastoral consultations on an individual basis are also available at any time on request. It is helpful to let the pastors know of illness or any situation they should be aware of where a pastoral call might be appreciated.
