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September 16, 2023

Serve Day is a church-wide initiative to go into our communities and show the love of Christ in a real and tangible way. There will be many opportunities for you and your family to get involved with projects for all ages to participate in. We can't wait to serve alongside you and your family!

SCHEDULE
7:30AM
Check-In & Breakfast
8:00AM
Prayer Rally
9:00AM - 12:00PM
At Serve Project

 

join A PROJECT

Serving Changes Lives

Both yours and those you serve!

Now, let’s find the right project for you! Click the link below to see a list of available projects and to register for Serve Day.


CREATE A PROJECT


IDEAS

We believe that people matter to God! In order to empower our whole church, we have put together some creative yet simple ways we can serve in our community.

Gather ideas from the list below and then let our team help empower you to GO and DO! Capture the moment on social media and tag us so we can all celebrate the impact for the Kingdom we're making together.

@gracecreekchurch

NEIGHBORHOODS

• Bring lunches to construction workers or servicemen in your area
• Clean the yard for a widow or single parent
• Help with yard cleanup or minor repairs for those who are physically or financially unable to do it themselves
• Help with minor car repairs for the elderly, widows, or single parents
• Collect toys and games for kids in a local neighborhood
• Build a wheelchair ramp for a family
• Go on a Prayer Walk
• Ask a grocery store worker how you can pray for them.
• Spend some time calling or video chatting with loved ones near and far
• Pick up trash in a public park, street or parking lot
• Give away groceries door-to-door
• Have a “Free Grass Cutting” day for a neighborhood
• Offer free bike repairs
• Bring lunch to your local police or fire station
• Pay for someone's groceries

NURSING HOMES

• Deliver fresh flowers and cards to residents
• Bring meals for the staff
• Gather and deliver new socks with rubber footings for residents
• Landscape a flower garden and sitting area on the property
• Let kids make cards or crafts that can be given to residents
• Sing songs outside the nursing home to bring cheer to those inside

HOSPITALS

• Donate coffee, energy drinks, lunches or snacks to staff
• Pray and worship from a distance for a hospital
• Deliver gifts and care packages to patients and families in the children’s wing or NICU
• Provide healthy snacks to chemotherapy patients
• Create and deliver signs and posters for the hospital staff

EDUCATION

• Local schools are a great place for multiple small or large teams to serve. Talk to the school’s leadership to find out their practical needs.
Here are a few ideas:
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Plant a garden, wash a courtyard, repaint playground equipment, mulch a garden
- Build seating or benches, straighten decking, replace steps
- Package teacher appreciation gifts


FAQ

I WANT TO PARTICIPATE IN SERVE DAY BUT I AM NOT IN A SMALL GROUP. HOW DO I GET CONNECTED?

Everyone is welcome to join a team for Serve Day! Gather a group of friends and create your own project, or join an existing project. If you'd like to join a Small Group to get connected, you can find a Small Group that best fits your life stage and schedule here.

HOW DO I PLAN A SERVE PROJECT?

Get creative! Assess the needs of people in your neighborhood and community. Check out a list of ideas in our Project Guide. to help you get started.

WHO PAYS THE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH OUR GROUP’S SERVE PROJECT (SUPPLIES, TRAVEL EXPENSES, ETC.)?

Each team is responsible for the costs associated with their project. We recommend spending time planning your project based on your group’s size and financial investment ability. Our Missions Director can answer any questions you may have about this. Email missions@gracecreekchurch.com.

How do I sign up for a Serve Day project?

Soon we will release the list of our current projects. New projects are added daily so keep checking if you don’t find a good fit right away!

WHAT SHOULD I BRING ON SERVE DAY?

You will receive a Serve Day shirt. Bring any personal items you may need during your project: Serve Day Shirt, sunscreen, water, sneakers (close-toed), a hat, etc. Your Project Leader can confirm any project-specific items you may need to bring such as gloves, rakes, lawnmowers, tarps, work tools, etc. Work clothes are a good idea for serve opportunities requiring physical labor, and we recommend leaving the jewelry and nice shoes at home!

Have a story you want to share from serve day?

We would love to hear your stories of life change and impact from Serve Day! Follow the link below to share an impactful moment from your Serve Day project.

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