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As we learn to live passionately in God's presence, we hope you have taken the opportunity to discover your spiritual gifts through the Spiritual Gift Survey. My Top 3 Spiritual Gifts 1. 2. 3. Find Your Calling To Serve Him This document is designed to help you take next steps as you discover at least 3 ministry opportunities that you would like more information about. Use this Ministry Guide as a tool to help you find your place of ministry using the gifts God has given you. Included in this guide is a detailed list, by spiritual gift, of ministry needs and serving opportunities in our church. You will find many of the same ministries under several of the spiritual gifts. Please understand that this list is not exhaustive and is provided to help you understand how your gifts can be used to serve within our church. Here is how it works: 1. Carefully read through the Ministry Guide 2. Mark the ministries or opportunities in which you would like to receive more information 3. Tell us your top 3 Ministry Opportunities by Sunday, March 2 Here are 3 easy ways to submit your top ministry/serving results Email at info@firstmelissa.com Complete the tear-off from worship guide and place in foyer receptacles Complete this form and place in foyer receptacles List 3 ministry opportunities here: 1. 2. 3. We want to know a little more about you! My Experiences - I have served in the following ministry areas: (Check all that apply) Nursery Preschool Grade School Middle School High School College Singles Bible Study Discipleship Women s Ministry Men s Ministry Care Ministry Deacon Ministry Missions Describe Yourself - I am most often: (Check all that apply) Bold Take Charge Independent Lively Animated Optimistic Accommodating Supportive Patient Tactful Cautious Organized Skills You Posses - I have developed skills in the following areas: (Check all that apply) Accounting, Bookkeeping Construction Sales Desktop Publishing Graphic Design Organizing Social Media Website Development/Maintenance Performing (Entertainment/Worship) Landscaping Painting (Facilities) Painting (Art) Auto Repair/Maintenance Teaching Training/Presentation Data Entry Leadership Developing Teams Copywriting Decorating Food Services/Cooking Finance/Money Mgt Administrative Construction Trades Handyman Services Marketing Photography Videographer/Audio/Camera/Lights Event Management 2
The Spiritual Gift of LEADERSHIP Leadership aids the body by leading and directing members to accomplish the goals and purposes of the church. Leadership motivates people to work together in unity toward common goals. 1 Timothy 5:17 Acts 7:10 Romans 12:8 Hebrews 13:17 Acts 15:7-11 Luke 9:51 Visionary Motivates and delegates Discerning Diligent Takes responsibility and establishes goals Casts vision and gives direction for God s people or a ministry Inspires others to perform to the best of their ability IDENTIFIYING Am I able to perceive what God wants to do in/through a ministry or group? Am I able to communicate that vision in such a way that members of the group commit to making it a reality? Am I able to make critical or hard decisions when it is necessary? Do I enjoy setting goals and leading people to work together to achieve them? Do people often look to me for direction or expect me to take the leadership when there is no clearly established leader in the group? Do I have the ability to influence others to function at their highest capacity for God s glory? Am I drawn to opportunities where I can give guidance and direction to others? Coordinator Special Events Specialty Team Leader Crew (Build/Tear down for Event Team) New Believer Follow-Up Youth Pastoral Care Prayer Room Coordinator Connections Door Greeter Team Coordinator Security Team Coordinator Medical Team Coordinator Discover Membership Class/Lunch Coordinator Oversee Mission Initiatives-local, national, global Impact Week Coordinator Church-wide Outreach Events Coordinator Community Group Leader Community Group Coach Get Equipped (Wednesday) Coordinator Women s Ministry Coordinator Men s Ministry Coordinator Baptism Team Coordinator Lord s Supper Team Coordinator Special Project Oversight Church-wide Special Events 3
The Spiritual Gift of ADMINISTRATION Persons with the gift of administration lead the body by steering others to remain on task. Administration enables the body to organize according to God-given purposes and long-term goals. 1 Corinthians 12:28 Acts 6:1-7 Acts 27:11 Luke 14:28-30 Titus 1:5 Thorough Responsible Organized Goal-oriented Efficient Likes to develop strategies and plans to help a church or group identified goals. Takes satisfaction in an efficiently-run organization Will pay careful attention to even small details in organizing people, tasks, events, or activities. IDENTIFIYING When you know the desired end result, are you able to establish appropriate goals and objectives? Can you break these down into positive and precise steps of action? Do you enjoy carrying the responsibility for the success of a particular task within the church? Do you enjoy the details of organizing ideas, people, resources and time to meet the goals of a ministry? Have you ever done this effectively? Do you delegate and assign work that is meaningful to get a group to accomplish its task joyfully? When you are in a group that is lacking in organization, do you tend to step in to help it run more efficiently? Do you enjoy working with facts and figures in order to complete a project successfully? Can you identify and utilize the resources necessary to complete a task? Specialty Team Leader Kids Specialty Team Member Coordinator Snack Coordinator Database Manager Admin Volunteer Resource Room Organizer Curriculum Box Organizer Crew (Build/Tear down for Event Team) Event Coordinators Database Managers Website Management Prayer Room Coordinator Oversee Mission Initiatives-local, national, global Impact Week Coordinator Church-wide Outreach Events Coordinator Website Updating Missionary Correspondence Community Group Leader Community Group Record Keeper Community Group Coach Get Equipped (Wednesday) Coordinator Worship Worship Ministry Admin Church Office Data Entry Church Office Volunteer Organizing Special Projects Sunday Morning Check-in Computer Set-up/Troubleshoot Special Event Decorating Receptionist Backup 4
The Spiritual Gift of TEACHING Teaching is instructing members in the truths and doctrines of God s Word for the purposes of building up, unifying, and maturing the body. I Cor. 12:28-29 Eph. 4:11 14 Romans 12:7 Acts 18:24 28 Disciplined Has spiritual authority Analytical Teachable Practical Articulate A basic grasp of the content and doctrine of the Bible Love for the truth and for people that make the teaching effective Proven ability to explain spiritual truths to others Attentive to details, strives for accuracy Prepares thoroughly through study and reflection Enjoys studying the Bible Able to organize vast amounts of information for presenting to others IDENTIFIYING Do you devote considerable time to learning biblical truths to communicate to others? Are you able to clearly and effectively explain truths in God s word? Do you enjoy instructing others in the precise meaning of words, stories or passages of Scripture? Do you have a deep desire to see people apply biblical truths to their lives and become more obedient followers of Christ? When you communicate biblical truth to others, do you see changes in knowledge, attitudes, values or conduct? Have people told you that you make profound and difficult Christian principles seem relatively easy to understand? Do you find studying the Bible and sharing your insights very satisfying? Do you thoroughly research a subject before teaching it? Is it easy for you to organize the information you gather from your research? Do you carefully note, review and evaluate material taught by others? Teacher Large Group Talent New Believer Follow-Up Summer Camp Counselor Guide Trainer Faith Family Leader Prayer Team Member Guide Team Member Curriculum Writer Student Community Group Leader In the Trenches Parent Team Large Group Teach Team New Believer s Class Teacher Missions Long-term or short-term Cross Cultural Ministry Community Group Teacher Bible Study Teacher Disciple Fellowship Teacher One-on-One Discipleship Get Equipped (Wednesday) Teacher/Facilitator Stephen Minister Training Adult Leaders and Team Members 5
The Spiritual Gift of KNOWLEDGE The gift of knowledge manifests itself in teaching and training in discipleship. It is the God-given ability to learn, know, and explain the precious truths of God s Word. A word of knowledge is a Spiritrevealed truth. 2 Corinthians 11:6 Acts 5:1 11 Luke 1:1-4; 2 Timothy 2:15 Colossians 1:10; 2:2-3; 1 Corinthians 2:14; 12:8, 28, 14:6 Inquisitive Observant Insightful Studious Engages in deep careful thought Scholarly, at home with research and books Interested in ideas, problem solving through study Researches the scriptures for insight and understanding Gain knowledge that was not attained by natural observation or means: revelation IDENTIFYING When you study the Bible, do you enjoy investigating the full meaning of a text, doing word studies, examining the historical background, exploring the context of individual words and phrases and getting at the facts of a passage in order to benefit yourself and other believers? Do you have the ability to gain new insights into Scripture for yourself through personal study? When a speaker gives details of Biblical words, studies and archeology, do you find yourself listening intently? Do you perceive and understand the truths of God s Word? Do people seek you out for your understanding of Biblical passages of interest to them? Have they told you that you have helped them distinguish key, important facts of Scripture? Do you help others in studying their Bible by sharing your discoveries of how various details of individual words and phrases fit into the passage s main idea? Do you take seriously Paul s concern that believers should increase in knowledge? Do you find it easy to commit regular blocks of time to fulfill this command? Guide Team Member Curriculum Writer Family Faith Leader Family Faith Team Member Prayer Team Member Discipleship Director/Management In the Trenches Parent Team New Believer Follow-Up Student Community Group Leader Community Group Teacher Bible Study Teacher Disciple Fellowship Teacher One-on-One Discipleship Get Equipped (Wednesday) Teacher/Facilitator Stephen Minister Benevolence Team 6
The Spiritual Gift of WISDOM DEFINITION Wisdom is the gift that discerns the work of the Holy Spirit in the body and applies His teachings and actions to the needs of the body. 1 Corinthians 1:1-13; 12:8 Acts 6:3, 10; 15:13-20 James 1:5-6; 3:13-18 2 Peter 3:15-16 Scripturally oriented Sensible Insightful Practical Sensitive Impartial Mature Is aware of possible consequences of next steps Able to see God-given solutions when there is conflict and confusion in the group Applies Biblical truth in specific, practical ways IDENTFIYING When you discover biblical truths, do you make practical applications of them into your daily life? Do you make what appear to be correct decisions for your life? Do people often ask you for spiritual or personal advice? Are you able to choose Biblical solutions which usually are effective when there are issues to be resolved? Do other people ask you for workable ideas or alternatives? Do you usually have spiritual insight into the right or wrong solutions for complicated situations? Have people indicated to you that you have perceived and applied Biblical truth to the specific needs of fellow believers? Have you felt an unusual presence of God and personal confidence when important decisions have needed to be made? When people have problems do you usually guide them to Biblical solutions? Do your recommendations for church positions often prove to be good selections? Do you consider yourself to be a good problem solver, often finding solutions overlooked by others? Family Faith Leader Family Faith Team Member Prayer Team Member Guide Team Member Curriculum Writer In the Trenches Parent Team Student Community Group Leader Discipleship Director/Manager New Believer Follow-up Community Group Teacher Bible Study Teacher Disciple Fellowship Teacher One-on-One Discipleship Get Equipped (Wednesday) Coordinator Stephen Minister Benevolence Team 7
The Spiritual Gift of PROPHECY The gift of prophecy is proclaiming the Word of God boldly. This builds up the body and leads to conviction of sin. Prophecy manifests itself in preaching and teaching. 1 Corinthians 12:10, 28 Ephesians 4:11-14 Romans 12:6 Luke 7:26 Acts 15:32 Acts 21:9-11 Discerning Compelling Uncompromising Outspoken Authoritative Confronting Convicting Often sees a truth that others fail to see and challenges them to respond. Confronts sin or deception in others. Discerns God s purpose in speaking a message for comfort, encouragement, guidance, warning, or rebuke. Teacher Summer Camp Counselor Curriculum Writer Bible Study Leader Missions local, national, global Cross Cultural Ministry Community Group Teacher Bible Study Teacher Disciple Fellowship Teacher One-on-One Discipleship Get Equipped (Wednesday) Coordinator Women s Ministry Coordinator Men s Ministry Coordinator Prayer Event Leader IDENTIFIYING Do you feel compelled to speak out when you see evil or wrongdoing in our society or in the church? Do you often feel that you have a direct word from God that will comfort, encourage and build up the Body of Christ? Do you have a great sense of urgency about the word or message that God give you? When individuals or groups depart from God s Word, can you sense the coming danger and believe you should voice a warning? Do you seem to have an ability to predict how things will turn out in peoples lives given their circumstances or choices? Do you sometimes see a truth missed by others and challenge them to respond? Do you proclaim God s truth even when it is unpopular or irritates others? Do you view moral issues/activities as black or white, right or wrong for Christians? 8
The Spiritual Gift of DISCERNMENT Discernment aids the body by recognizing the true intentions of those within or related to the body. Discernment tests the message and actions of others for the protection and well-being of the body. Hebrews 5:14 1 John 4:1-6 Acts 17:11 1 Corinthians 12:10 Sensitive to the voice of the Spirit Intuitive Insightful Decisive Observant Identifies deception in others with accuracy and appropriateness Can sense the presence of evil Recognizes discrepancies in a teaching or message IDENTIFIYING Have people in the church noted that you can see through phoniness before it is clearly evident? That you are usually aware of deception? When you read a religious book, are you able to detect outright errors from the truth? Can you sense when the atmosphere in a worship service is mere emotion and not a response directed by the Holy Spirit? Can you spot cult teachings that mix some truth with many false teachings? Are you able to recognize inconsistencies in teaching that is filled with error and is not Biblical? Do other Christians affirm your ability to discern truth from lies and/or counterfeits? Do you clearly distinguish between truth and error; good and evil? Do you tend to look beneath the surface and question people s motives? Volunteer/Team Recruitment Guide Trainer Prayer Team Member Holy Spirit Team (Listening intently) Ministry Volunteer Recruiting Prayer Room Coordinator Prayer Warrior (Worship/Weekday Intercessor) Prayer Servant Ministry Volunteer Recruiting Prayer Team Ministry Volunteer Recruiting Adult Ministry Ministry Volunteer Recruiting Connections Ministry Volunteer Recruiting Worship Ministry Volunteer Recruiting Ministry Volunteer Recruiting Stephen Minister Benevolence Team 9
The Spiritual Gift of EXHORTATION Possessors of this gift encourage members to be involved in and enthusiastic about the work of the Lord. Members with this gift are good counselors and motivate others to service. Exhortation exhibits itself in preaching, teaching, and ministry. Romans 12:8 Luke 3:16-18 Acts 11:23; 14:22; 15:30-32 1 Timothy 5:1 Hebrews 10:25 Biblically oriented Motivating Affirming Reassuring Supportive Trustworthy Guides others to trust in God s promises Motivates others to grow spiritually and to serve Urges others to action through Biblical truth IDENTIFIYING Do you verbally encourage the wavering, the discouraged or the troubled? Have people told you that they have been relieved or helped? Do you enjoy sharing the promises of God so that others may receive hope? Are you effective at motivating people to get involved in ministry? When people with problems come to you, do you usually point them to spiritual principles and to look to God s Word for solutions? Are you patient with people who are deeply troubled or in crisis and able to encourage or reassure them? When you encounter people who may be doubtful in their faith, do you find satisfaction in encouraging and guiding them? Do you usually look for the best in people? Do you desire to help those who are practicing immoral lifestyles, are addicted or are troubled by ungodly habits? Volunteer/Team Recruitment Guide Team Member Greeter Guest Registration Teacher Appreciation Publicity and Promotion Guest Follow-up Student Community Group Leader Connection Team Student Greeters (Building A) Follow-up Team Pastoral Care Care & Encouragement/Families Event Promo Prayer Room Coordinator Prayer Warrior (Worship/Weekday Intercessor) Prayer Servant Connections Connection Corner Team Member Door Greeter Team Member Parking Greeter Team Member Usher Registration Desk Campus Guide Special Event Host Discover Membership Class/Lunch Prayer Team Impact Week Projects Local Missions Partner Support Global Missions Partner Support Community Group Leader Community Group Teacher Bible Study Teacher Disciple Fellowship Teacher Community Group Coach Get Equipped Teacher/Facilitator Worship Worship Service Stage Team Worship Production Tech Team Arts Stage Design Creative Worship Elements Team Graphics Production Hospital Visitation Publicity and Promotion Telephone Calls Receptionist Back-up 10
The Spiritual Gift of SHEPERDING The gift of shepherding is manifested in persons who look out for the spiritual welfare of others. Although pastors, like shepherds, do care for members of the church, this gift is not limited to a pastor or staff member. Acts 20:17; 14:23 Philippians 1:1 Titus 1:6-9 1 Timothy 3:1-7 Ephesians. 4:11-14 1 Peter 5:1-4 Nurturing Guiding Protective Supportive Relational Seeks long term relationships Leads and protects Focuses on spiritual welfare and development of believers IDENTIFIYING Do you readily assume the oversight or responsibility for the spiritual well-being of other Christians? Do you enjoy relating to a certain group of people over a long period of time, sharing personally in their successes and failures? Do you typically establish trust and confidence through longterm relationships, knowing intimately and being well known by those you serve and guide? Are you able to feed other believers by guiding them through selected Bible passages? Do you frequently pray with them? Has God used you to restore Christians who have strayed away from Him, bringing them back into a growing relationship with Him and His people? Do you willingly sacrifice your own needs and desires in order to help others grow spiritually? When you have other Christians under your care and influence, do you naturally lead them and guard them from false teaching or other spiritual dangers? Guide Team Member Guest Follow-Up Teacher Appreciation New Mom Care Multi-Generational Leader Multi-Generational Member Care and Encouragement for Families Student Community Group Leader Connection Team Prayer Servant (Worship/Weekday Intercessor) Connections Campus Guide Special Event Host Discover Membership Class/Lunch Local Missions Partner Support Global Missions Partner Support National Missions Partner Support Community Group Leader Community Group Teacher Bible Study Teacher Disciple Fellowship Teacher Community Group Coach Get Equipped Teacher/Facilitator Hospital Visitation Stephen Minister 11
The Spiritual Gift of FAITH Faith trusts God to work beyond the human capabilities of the people. Believers with this gift encourage others to trust in God in the face of apparently insurmountable odds. 1 Corinthians 12:9 Acts 11:22-24 Acts 27:21-25 Hebrews 11 Romans 4:18-21 Matthew 17:20; 21:21-22 Mark 11:24 1 Corinthians 13:2 Prayerful Trusting Inspiring Positive Optimistic Assured Confident Acts completely confident of God s ability to overcome obstacles. Advances the cause of Christ because he will move forward when others will not. Asks God for what is needed and trusts Him for His provision. IDENTIFYING Have you believed God for the impossible and have seen it happen? Do you regularly attempt to motivate others to believe God in difficult or impossible situations? Have other people told you that you had faith to accomplish what seemed impossible to them? When you strongly believe God wants to accomplish something in a group, are you often the one who encourages people to step out in faith and not be cautious? Do you often admonish other Christians for their lack of faith? Do you depend upon God's resources and guidance to an unusual degree? Are you able to see God s leading in unlikely circumstances and then do you work to accomplish what you believe is His will? Do you believe God will keep His promises even when all looks dim? Do you commit difficult obstacles to God in prayer and feel peace about His answering those prayers? Guide Team Member Prayer Leader School Campus Leader School Campus Member Prayer Team Member Prayer Warrior (Worship/Weekday Intercessor) Prayer Servant Prayer Team Missions long-term or short-term Cross Cultural Ministry Bible Study Discussion Leader Women s Ministry Leader Men s Ministry Leader Ministry Volunteer Recruiting Community Group Teacher Community Group Leader Benevolence Team 12
The Spiritual Gift of EVANGELISM God gifts his church with evangelists to lead others to Christ effectively and enthusiastically. This gift builds up the body by adding new members to its fellowship. Ephesians 4:11-14 2 Timothy 4:5 Acts 8:5-6 Acts 8:26-40 Acts 14:21 Acts 21:8 Candid Persuasive Confident Committed Sincere Communicates the message of Christ with boldness, clarity and conviction Looks for opportunities to speak to the lost about spiritual matters. Challenges the unbeliever respond to Christ in faith. IDENTIFYING Have you led others to accept Christ as their Savior and Lord? Do you regularly tell lost people about what Christ has done for you? Do you have a special ability to explain the gospel clearly, concisely and effectively to non- Christians? Do you have a burden to seek out unbelievers in order to talk to them about their need for Jesus? Are you bold in asking people to make a faith commitment to Jesus? Do you frequently wonder if every person you meet is going to heaven or hell? Do you wish that most other Christians would share their faith with others as much as you do? Large Group Teach Team Small Group Teacher New Christian Follow-up Summer Camp Counselor Curriculum Writer Ballgame Tent Managers Camp Counselors Prayer Warrior (Worship/Weekday Intercessor) Missions local, national, global Cross Cultural Ministry Local Missions Partner Support National Missions Partner Support Global Missions Partner Support Community Group Teacher Bible Study Teacher Disciple Fellowship Teacher One-on-One Discipleship Get Equipped (Wednesday) Coordinator Canvassing-Distributing Printed Promotions Hospital Visitations Counseling Church-wide Outreach Events Evangelism Training 13
The Spiritual Gift of APOSTLESHIP The church sends apostles from the body to plant churches or be missionaries. Apostles motivate the body to look beyond its walls in order to carry out the Great Commission. Galatians 1:19 Acts 14:4, 14 Philippians 2:25 1 Thessalonians 1:1, 2:7 Romans 16:7 2 Corinthians 8:23 1 Corinthians 15:5, 7 2 Corinthians 11:13 1 Corinthians 12:28 Ephesians 2:20; 4:11 2 Corinthians 12:12 Mature spiritually, emotionally and physically Responsible Deep knowledge of Scripture Very experienced in church ministry Mission Projects Special Mission Events School Campus Leader School Campus Member Campus Leaders for various High School/Middle School campuses Mission Trips Missions local, national, global Mission Trips Church-wide Evangelism Events Widely respected spiritual authority Demonstrates clear understanding of the nature and mission of the church Trusted leadership at a multichurch level IDENTIFYING Do you now have or have you had responsibilities to oversee the ministries of groups of churches? Has God given you leadership and influence over multiple churches with oversight for the health and well being of those churches? Do pastors and leaders of multiple churches come to you in regard to questions of doctrine, church polity or other issues affecting the ministry of their churches? Is your lifestyle held in high esteem as a model by church leaders who know you? Do you have a burden in your heart for the health of the whole body of Christ, irrespective of local bodies or particular denominations? 14
The Spiritual Gift of SERVICE/HELPS Those with the gift of service/helps recognize practical needs in the body and joyfully give assistance to meeting those needs. Christians with this gift do not mind working behind the scenes. 1 Corinthians 12:28 Galatians 6:2, 10 Romans 12:7 Titus 3:14 John 12:26 1 Peter 4:11 Cooperative Dependable Available Loyal Willing to do whatever it takes Happy to serve behind the scenes wherever needed Sees practical things that need to done and does them cheerfully Sees spiritual value in practical service IDENTIFYING Do you frequently see unmet practical needs in the church and volunteer to help meet them? Do you gladly accept when asked to do a task in the church, no matter how menial or mundane it may seem to others? Do you feel satisfied when you are able to do a job that others may consider necessary, but less important? When you see a need, would you rather fill it than find someone else to do it? Do leaders or other people call on you for help with practical or routine jobs that need to be done? Specialty Team Leader Specialty Team Member Teacher Greeter Special Events On-Call Helper Resource Room Organization Guest Follow-Up Admin Volunteer Crew (Build/Tear-down for Event Team) Audio/Visual Service Assistant Ministry Floater Liaison (Strive) to Reach Missions Ministry Team Capture Team for events Prayer Room Coordinator Prayer Servant Connections Connection Corner Team Member Door Greeter Team Member Parking Greeter Team Member Usher Registration Desk Security Team Member Medical Team Member Campus Guide Special Event Host Discover Membership Class/Lunch Local Missions Partner Support Global Missions Partner Support SBC Disaster Relief Impact Week Projects Community Group Host Community Group Coach Worship Worship Service Stage Team Worship Ministry Admin Support Worship Production Tech Team Arts Stage Design Creative Worship Elements Team Graphics Production Facilities Weekend Service Set-up/Tear-down Event Opening/Closing Team Building Maintenance Church Office Volunteer Canvassing-Distributing Printed Promotions Telephone Calls Special Event Decorating General Church Office Work Volunteer to Staff Benevolence Team Hospitality Team Receptionist Back-up 15
The Spiritual Gift of MERCY Cheerful acts of compassion characterize those with the gift of mercy. Persons with this gift aid the body by empathizing with hurting members. They keep the body healthy and unified by keeping others aware of the needs within the church. Matthew 20:29-34 Luke 10:33-35 Matthew 25:34-40 Romans 12:8 Acts 9:36, 16:33-34 Mark 9:41 Empathetic Caring Kind Compassionate Sensitive Patient Burden Bearing Serves cheerfully and gladly Concerns himself with individual or social issues that oppress people Focuses on alleviating pain or discomfort in those who are suffering IDENTIFYING Do you ache for others who are in distress, and desire to do acts of love for those who cannot or will not return them? Do you find it hard to say no to people who are hurting and in need? Have you cared for others when they have had material or physical needs? Do you desire to help shut-ins, and people in nursing homes by assisting them in practical ways? Those in prison and their families? Do you volunteer to work with the underprivileged and poor? Do you work joyfully to help those people who are seen by others as dysfunctional, high maintenance and hopeless and are ignored or rejected by the majority of people around them? Are you patient with them? Do you feel passionate about alleviating the suffering of those who have limitations? Do people call on you to help those who are less fortunate? Do you try to keep others aware of the needs within the church? Specialty Team Leader Specialty Team Member Teacher Teacher Appreciation On-Call Helper Guest Follow-up New Mom Care Multi-Generational Leader Multi-Generational Member Care and Encouragement for Families Connection Team Ministry Floater Prayer Warrior (Worship/Weekday Intercessor) Prayer Servant Prayer Team SBC Disaster Relief Small Group Care Ministry Bible Study Group Care Ministry Women s Care Ministry Men s Care Ministry Hospital Visitation Benevolence Team 16
The Spiritual Gift of GIVING Members with the gift of giving give freely and joyfully to the work and mission of the body. Cheerfulness and liberality are characteristics of individuals with this gift. 2 Corinthians 8:1-7 Luke 21:1-4 2 Corinthians 9:2-8 Mark 12:41-44 Romans 12:8 Cheerful Generous Responsible Stewardship oriented Resourceful Charitable Manage their finances and limit their lifestyle in order to give as much of their resources as possible. Meet tangible needs that enable spiritual growth to occur. Support the work of ministry with sacrificial gifts to advance the Kingdom. Camp Scholarship Event Scholarship Event Scholarship Food Donations Missionary Support Mission Team Support Special Beyond-Budget Needs Generosity Campaign Leader Benevolence Team IDENTIFYING Do you limit your lifestyle options so you can give your church a higher portion of your income? Do you believe that God has given you extra financial resources in order that you might be able to generously support the church? Are you moved to give generously when confronted with urgent financial needs within the ministry/church work? Do you usually find the money that you need to do so? Do you enjoy giving financial and material resources without the recipient knowing? Do you consistently give possessions/money sacrificially, knowing God will meet your needs? Do your giving records show that you give considerably more than 10 percent of your income to the Lord s work? Do you consider that all you own belongs to God and is a resource for God's use? Do you freely and joyfully give of these resources because you love God? 17
The Spiritual Gift of HOSPITALITY Those with this gift have the ability to make visitors, guests, and strangers feel at ease. They often use their home to entertain guests. Persons with this gift integrate new members into the body. Romans 12:13 1 Peter 4:9 Hebrews 13:2 Acts 16:14-15 Romans16:23 Luke 10: 38 Friendly Gracious Inviting Warm and Caring Trusting Provides an environment where visitors feel appreciated and cared for Sets people at ease when they are in unfamiliar surroundings IDENTIFYING Are you extremely aware of visitors when they are present and do you try to make all people feel welcome? Do you make your home available to those in the Lord s service whenever needed? Have others mentioned to you that you are a very hospitable person, a warm, helpful host/hostess? When people, even strangers, come to your home do you have a knack of making them feel at home with you? Do you enjoy being in charge of church suppers or fellowships? Are you able to graciously provide lodging/refuge for guests without feeling that your family is interrupted? Do you have a genuine appreciation for each guest that comes to your home? Are you comfortable opening you home to others no matter how neat or clean it is? Do you consider it a privilege to have houseguests? Would you be one of the first to volunteer when the church asks for help to house groups that are passing through and need lodging for a night or two? Do you think it is important for Christians to open their homes when there is need? HOSPITALITY OPPORTUNITIES Specialty Team Leader Specialty Team Member Greeter Special Events Guest Follow-up Teacher Appreciation All things Food People (New) guest Care Connections Connection Corner Team Member Door Greeter Team Member Parking Greeter Team Member Usher Registration Desk Campus Guide Special Event Host Discover Membership Class/Lunch Community Group Host Disciple Fellowship Host Special Events Women s Ministry Men s Ministry Church-wide Special Events Hospitality Team Sunday Mornings 2101 Melissa Road East Melissa, TX 75454 p 972.838.2277 e info@firstmelissa.com firstmelissa.com 18