MAKING & SERVING COFFEE

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GREETERS

See the guidelines below.
Thank you for your willingness to serve as a Greeter; you are often the first impression of Harbert Community Church when people walk in the door.  We ask that you prayerfully remember that through your greeting, those coming to HCC will feel welcome and that this is their church home.   

Some things to remember regarding greeting.

·        Wear name badges identifying you as a greeter. 

·        Arrive and be ready to start greeting at least 25 - 30 minutes prior to the start of the service.

·        Recognizing that some may arrive after the service starts (especially newcomers), please stay at the door until the praise songs are over.

·        You may stand inside or outside, whatever works for you and recognizing that the weather is also a factor in this.

·        If you notice a family with children that is unfamiliar to you (newcomers) please share the Children’s Ministry brochure with them so they know what to expect during worship and class time for children. The brochure is located on the black nametag table and the greeters will also be watching for newcomer families.

·        Please encourage people to wear nametags.

·        Be available and alert to help those that may need some additional care. An extra pair of hands can be a huge help and a wonderful way to start the morning at HCC.  Watch for those that need help getting in/out of their cars, those with children or other possible situations. 

·        Make yourself familiar with the location of the nursery, restrooms and how children are handled during the service.  Some may think there is children’s church where children attend during the entire service – in comparison to our Children’s Ministry time. Always be aware that some may be walking through our doors for the first time and are not familiar with the “lay of the land”.  Your help would be appreciated!

·        Be cheerful, offer your hand for a handshake or a warm pat on the back.  Recognize that some may not feel comfortable with shaking hands – especially during the winter months.  A welcoming smile may be all that is needed for some.

·        If you are greeting for multiple weeks in a row, you will begin to know people from week to week.  On the flip side, those arriving will begin to see a familiar face (yours!) as they enter the door.  Take a moment to reach out to some that are possible visitors during or after the service.  You may be the only person in the congregation that they feel they know; all because you offered a pleasant hello when they arrived!

·        After the service, return to the doors and continue to extend hospitality and connect with people as they exit.

·        If you find that you cannot make it for a week, please contact David Marsh to set up a replacement.

 Again, thank you for your service. 

ushers

Your role is to make everyone feel safe and as comfortable as they can during this time.

 PRIOR TO THE SERVICE

•   Please arrive by 9:30.

•   Bring your happy, smiling face and pick up your name tag, which will in the Usher Cabinet. (As you walk in the sanctuary, it’s a screened cabinet on the left wall.)

•   Light all the candles in the front of the sanctuary.

•   Two ushers greet and pass out bulletins at the double doors and one at the single door.

•   Be familiar with the location of the restrooms and the AED (defibrillator). If someone needs the assistance of the Hearing Loop, tell someone in the sound booth and bring them to that person.

•   The musical notes should be near the bulletins if anyone asks for them.

 WELCOMING

•   While passing out bulletins and welcoming guests, please show your love for Jesus.

•   Keep the main sanctuary doors open throughout the service, but close the single door.

 DURING THE SERVICE

•   Recognize that some may arrive after the service has begun, especially newcomers, please have at least one usher remain in the back throughout the first service. Some guests may arrive even 20 minutes late, and we want to make sure that everyone feels welcome, regardless of their arrival time.

•   If the sanctuary fills, there are chairs down the west hallway for overflow.

•   Monitor the narthex for any activity, since we don’t close the main doors, this is especially important.

 AFTER THE SERVICE

•   Stand in the narthex and say goodbye to the worshippers as they go with your happy face.

•   Tidy up the sanctuary and collect any trash.

•   Extinguish the candles.

•   Put your name tag away.

COMMUNION SUNDAYS

•  Communion is the first Sunday of every month and is handled by the ushers. The participants remain in their seats.

•  The elements will be on a table in the narthex for guests to pick up on their way in.

•  Before the service begins, Jay will ask if anyone didn’t get their elements. One usher will have a basket with extras and will take them to the guests so the guests can stay in their seats.

 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY

•   The ushers are the designated helpers. Call 911 if needed. One usher should go to the parking lot to guide paramedics into the sanctuary. OUR PHYSICAL ADDRESS IS: 6444 HARBERT ROAD IN SAWYER MICHIGAN.

•   Another usher should make sure the emergency responders can get through, clear the path if necessary.