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WHITEPINE  MINISTRY  OPPORTUNITIES

This is a partial list (alphabetical) of the ministries presently taking place at/through Whitepine, and ministries that we support in the Greater Moncton Area. Others may arise… or perhaps we can help you discover a new one God has in mind just for you!  Some ministries have different requirements in order for individuals to be involved, so if you are interested in being involved in any of these, please contact Pastor Frank.

AUDIO/VIDEO TECHNICIANS - A team who set up and monitor the sound system, LCD projector and computer for worship and other activities in the sanctuary.

BOARD OF MANAGEMENT - Team that looks after the building (regular maintenance, renovation, etc.), the use of the building and physical resources, and the church budget.

CANADA DAY POPSICLE GIVE-AWAY - This annual event reaches out in a practical way to our community. Teams set up a table and distribute free popsicles to those attending the Canada Day celebrations in Riverview.

CHAPEL MINISTRY - Team who lead worship services in various special care homes in the area.

CLERK - Individual who records minutes of official church meetings, updates church membership/baptism/death records, handles correspondence with other churches concerning membership transfer requests.

C.P.C. - The Moncton Pregnancy Resource Centre seeks to provide an alternative to mothers who do not want abortion by meeting various needs like temporary housing, medical care, or helping with adoption procedures. The CPC also provides free pregnancy tests, as well as clothing and other items needed by new mothers (and fathers!).

FELLOWSHIP GROUPS - Home fellowship groups that meet weekly in various homes for Bible study, fellowship, and prayer, as well as occasional ministry projects.

FELLOWSHIP GROUP FACILITATORS - Individuals who prepare for and facilitate the meetings at various homes.

FELLOWSHIP GROUP HOSTS - Home fellowship groups that meet weekly in various homes for Bible study, fellowship, and prayer, as well as ministry projects. Hosts offer their homes for these groups.

FOOD BANKS - Whitepine encourages giving to local food banks, as well as offering temporary supplies from our own church pantry.

GIFTS AND MEMORIALS - Person or team who distribute birthday and special event cards to the Whitepine church family, as well as get well cards and gifts to those in hospital and sympathy cards to those who are mourning.

JUNIOR CHURCH - Worship time for children during the worship service that is geared toward those up to Grade 3.

LIBRARY - Obtaining, organizing, and keeping track of books in the library, as well as operating the room at certain hours each week.

MISSIONS GROUP - Seek to keep the congregation informed about various mission agencies/projects supported by the church, as well as opportunities to participate in mission projects. They also send mission funds to the various ministries supported at Whitepine.

MODERATOR - individual who carries out the responsibility of moderating at duly called church business meetings and Church Council meetings.

NURSERY PROGRAM - Team who organize and operate the nursery program during Sunday worship services.

OFFICE - Team to keep office supplies up-to-date, answering phones, and keeping bulletins available for the ushers.

PRAYER - The team that prays for various ministries, leaders, workers, events, and special requests.  Some are involved in the Prayer Chain as well. More info can be received from our Prayer Coordinator.

PRIME TIME (SUNDAY SCHOOL) - Bible learning classes for various ages that include discussions of Bible stories and characters with applications to practical living (Sunday mornings @ 9:45). Classes end in mid-May and resume in September.

PROMOTIONS - Team responsible to creatively promote special events/ministries by creating posters, bulletin inserts, webpage material, etc., and advertising in newspaper, radio, etc.

PUPPETS - These folks (including several of our youth) present puppet skits during Junior Church and sometimes at the regular worship service.

SOCIAL/SPECIAL EVENTS - Team of individuals who plan and facilitate special events such as fellowship meals, parties, teas, etc.

TAPE/VIDEO - This ministry provides either those who miss a weekend, or someone who lives out of the area a chance to get the service by coordinating and producing all the audio visual tapes.

TELLERS - This team takes care of counting, sorting, and recording all of the offerings from the weekend. 

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL - An annual event where children up to grade 5 participate in an action-packed week of music, crafts, games, Bible lessons, and snacks. This is one of our most important outreach events each year that takes place in late June or early July.

WHITEPINE PLAYERS - We occasionally use short skits to highlight a point or theme during the worship services. The Whitepine Players are a small group of people who plan and present these skits.

WORSHIP TEAM - We are always looking for more musicians to incorporate into our worship team. While some instruments may be more challenging to figure out how to use in our contemporary format, we are willing to give almost anything a try! (We presently use guitars, electric bass, drums, and keyboard). While individuals don’t have to be professionals, both potential musicians and singers need to show an adequate level of proficiency to be involved in this ministry.

W.M.S. - Women’s group who meet together for Bible study, mission awareness, prayer, and to raise funds for mission support.

WORSHIP USHER - The welcoming team that assists people into the worship service by handing out bulletins, overseeing the service in general, and assisting people where needed.

YOUTH MINISTRY - Focuses on providing Biblical community, learning and ministry opportunities for youth in grades 6-12. This involves planning activities, meeting with other youth groups, studying God’s Word, and participating in practical ministry projects.