Alpha ministries provide tools to help you reach your family, friends, and neighbors - the "ones" God has put in your life - with the truth of the Gospel.

ALPHA PRAYER TEAM
Need: Spend time praying for the people who attend the Alpha Course and those who are leading discussions.
Time Commitment: Commit to praying regularly/weekly for Alpha over the 8-week period, either individually or with other Alpha team members
Requirements: No special qualifications – Volunteer application

ROOM/TABLE DECORATION TEAM
Need: Assist in making the Welcome Center an inviting venue for the Alpha Course. We are interested in your creativity and could consist of room/table decorations and presentation.
Time Commitment: Weekly for 8 weeks. Depending on how you serve 2-3 hours. Meetings 6:45-8:30
Special Qualifications: No special qualifications – Volunteer application

MEAL SETUP TEAM
Need: Assist with food set up (not cooking) from 6:00-6:30 pm and/or cleanup from 8:15-8:45 for the Alpha Course.
Time Commitment: Weekly for 8 weeks. Depending on how you serve, approximately 1 hour weekly.
Requirements: No special qualifications – Volunteer application 

COMMUNITY GROUP LEADER
Need: Create a safe space and facilitate and shepherd a small group of people for sermon or book study. You can determine the time, location, and makeup of your group (women, men, mixed, young adults).
Time: Approximately 2 hours per week to administrate and disciple your group as well as the time facilitating your meetings. You can determine if you meet weekly or bi-weekly and you can delegate hosting responsibilities to other group members.
Requirements: Must be a COS Member

ESL MINISTRY (English as a Second Language)
Need: There are 3 roles you can volunteer for.

1. Serve as a Lead Teacher in a classroom with one other lead teacher and up to two assistants, following our Neighbor-to-Neighbor curriculum. 
2. Be a Classroom Assistant and provide one-on-one/small group support. 
3. Serve in the Kids Class with the elementary age children of adult learners, alongside two other adult leaders. Helpers age 12+ may apply.

Time Commitment: Saturdays, 9 AM-12 PM, Sept-May. We aim for 3-4 volunteers in each room so that not all volunteers are needed every week; 1-2 hours prep for leads
Requirements: Background checks required for adult helpers in the Kids Class

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT OUTREACH TEAM
Need: Help plan quarterly social events for international students, such as Game Nights, our Friendsgiving Potluck, and Hot Pot Night. Personally reach out to 1-5 students who have attended our large group gatherings, inviting them to your home, local cultural events, family outings, or church. Invite them to our large group social events.
Time Commitment: Meet to plan and pray with our team, 2 hrs/month. Attend social events, 3-4 hrs/quarter. Connect directly with students, 2+ hrs/month.
Requirements: None

REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT TEAM
Need: Join our team WhatsApp Group to learn of active needs for the Afghan refugee families we are helping resettle and assist with various needs as you are able: befriend and practice English, provide transportation to appointments, help with filling out forms, assist in navigating community resources, help connect them to jobs, teach them to drive, budget, etc.
Time Commitment: Varies depending on availabilty; 2-20 hrs/monthly
Requirements: Background checks are required for helping families with minors

GO TEAM: PRAY, MOBILIZE, SEND

1. Pray: Help facilitate monthly GO Prayer Meetings, pray regularly for Global Outreach/Global Partners, create quarterly prayer digests for distribution.
2. Mobilize: Help coordinate Perspectives, Global Focus Weekends, etc.
3. Send: Read and respond to Global Partner newsletters, send their prayer requests to the prayer team, visit Global Partners when they’re here, etc. 

Time Commitment: Meet 2 hrs/monthly with your area of focus (Pray, Mobilize, Send). Meet 2 hrs/quarterly with the entire GO Team for updates, prayer, worship. 1-2 hrs/weekly in preparation on your own
Requirements: None

TEACHER OR AIDE (PRESCHOOL OR ELEMENTARY)

• Build meaningful relationships with children and families every Sunday.
• Guide kids through engaging, Christ-centered lessons using The Gospel Project curriculum.
• Help foster a fun and consistent environment for spiritual growth in the next generation!

Time Commitment: Serve for one or more terms: Fall (Sept-Dec), Winter/Spring (Jan-May), Summer (June-Aug)
Requirements: Background checks and a training with Kids Ministry

SUNDAY MORNING NURSERY TEAM

• Join our team in sharing the love of Jesus with the next generation and encouraging their parents!
• Provide a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment for families while caring for their babies.
• Help teach toddlers about Jesus through Bible stories, worship songs, and fun activities.

Time Commitment: Serve 1.5 hrs/Sunday in either the 9:00 or 10:30 AM Service
Requirements: Background checks and two trainings with Kids Ministry

TUESDAY NIGHT NURSERY TEAM

• Join our team in sharing the love of Jesus with the next generation and encouraging their parents!
• Provide a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment for families while caring for their babies.
• Help teach toddlers about Jesus through Bible stories, worship songs, and fun activities.

Time Commitment: 3 hours per week on Tuesday nights, September-May
Requirements: Background checks and two trainings with Kids Ministry

KIDS JOY/MOMCO NURSERY TEAM

• Join our team in sharing the love of Jesus with the next generation and encouraging their moms!
• Provide a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment for families while caring for their babies.
• Help teach toddlers about Jesus through Bible stories, worship songs, and fun activities.

Time Commitment: 3 hours per week, Wednesday mornings, September-April
Requirements: Background checks and two trainings with Kids Ministry

FREE FRIDAYS KIDS NURSERY TEAM

• Join our team in sharing the love of Jesus with the next generation and encouraging their moms!
• Provide a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment for families while caring for their babies.
• Help teach toddlers about Jesus through Bible stories, worship songs, and fun activities.

Time Commitment: 3 hours per week, Friday mornings, September-May
Requirements: Background checks and two trainings with Kids Ministry

HALL MONITORS

• Welcome families entering the hallway on Sunday mornings with a warm, friendly smile.
• Guide new families to their children’s designated classrooms.
• Assist teachers with children’s bathroom breaks, ensuring all safety and bathroom policies are followed.

Time Commitment: Serve for one or more terms: Fall (Sept-Dec), Winter/Spring (Jan-May), Summer (June-Aug)
Requirements: Background checks and a training with Kids Ministry Staff

ONE-ON-ONE SUPPORT

• Provide individualized support based on a child’s unique needs during a Sunday morning.
• Ensure the child’s physical and emotional well-being in a safe and caring environment.
• Assist the child in staying engaged and on task to the best of their ability.

Time Commitment: Serve for one or more terms: Fall (Sept-Dec), Winter/Spring (Jan-May), Summer (June-Aug)
Requirements: Background checks and a meeting with Kids Ministry staff and the   child’s parents

AWANA - T&T/SPARKS LARGE GROUP LEADERS

• Engage the T&T Large Group / Sparks Large Group with an interactive and age-appropriate talk focused on a specific aspect of God, provided to you in advance. 

Time Commitment: One or more Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:00pm (7:00 to 7:30 pm for T & T and 7:30 to 8:00pm for Sparks)
Requirements: Background checks and a brief training with Kids Ministry Staff
 
AWANA - T&T/SPARKS SMALL GROUP LEADERS

• Build meaningful relationships with a small group of 4 to 5 children each Tuesday.
• With the support of training and provided guidelines, help children understand the context of the weekly Bible verse.
• Actively listen and encourage children as they work on memorizing the verse.

Time Commitment: Every Tuesday from 6:30 to 7:00 pm for Sparks and 7:30 to 8:00pm for T&T, if not attending from 6:15 to 8:15pm
Requirements: Background checks and training with Kids Ministry Staff

AWANA - ONE-ON-ONE SUPPORT

• Provide individualized support based on a child’s unique needs on Tuesday evenings.
• Ensure the child’s physical and emotional well-being in a safe and caring environment.
• Assist the child in staying engaged and on task to the best of their ability.

Time Commitment: Every Tuesday from 6:15 to 8:15pm
Requirements: Background checks and a meeting with Kids Ministry staff and the child’s parents 

STUDENT COMMUNITY GROUP LEADER

• Co-lead a Community Group of students weekly during the fall and spring
• Curate an environment of sharing real life together week by week
• Pray for and fellowship with your students both inside and outside of your Community Group meeting 
• Serve at and encourage students to attend our weekly Youth Group

Time Commitment: Weekly Youth Group and Community Group from September to May, with scheduled breaks throughout. Commitment is for one school year at a time, but our students need leaders who are with them until they graduate!
Requirements: Background checks and training with Student Ministry

YOUTH GROUP VOLUNTEER

• Reflect Christ onto our students weekly at youth group
• Encourage and rejoice in any and all students’ attendance 
• Notice, initiate, and include the outsider 
• Be a full participant and lead the way in fellowship, games, singing, learning, and worshipping King Jesus!

Time Commitment: Weekly at Wednesday night and/or Sunday night from 6:15 – 9:00 PM. Commitment is for one school year at a time, but our students need leaders who are with them until they graduate!
Requirements: Background checks and training with Student Ministry

SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER

• Finalizing and preparing a lesson plan for our “Breakout Groups” style class. Resources will be provided by Student Ministry staff.
• Leading our Middle School and/or High School class through the lesson.
• Pray that the Lord blesses our students to further comprehend the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge.

Time Commitment: 1 – 2 times per month on Sundays from 9:00 – 10:30 AM. Commitment is semester by semester but needed all year long!
Requirements: Background checks and training with Student Ministry

SUNDAY SCHOOL BREAKOUT GROUP LEADER

• Leading and be an active participant for a “Breakout Group” of Middle School and/or High School students during Sunday School.
• Welcoming students to Sunday School, especially before/after activities.
• Optional, but needed: Occasionally emcee by leading or co-leading games, giving announcements, and praying for the class.

Time Commitment: 2 – 4 times per month on Sundays from 9:00 – 10:30 AM. Commitment is semester by semester but needed all year long!
Requirements: Background checks and training with Student Ministry

TEAM MOM, TEAM DAD

• Serve in one or more roles: check-in and welcome at Sunday School or Youth Group, provide snacks at events, drive students to/from events, open your home for small groups, devotionals, pool parties, etc., help coordinate our large events like holiday parties, service opportunities, etc.
• Co-lead a group of students at overnight retreats throughout the year
• Be ready to jump into essential tasks for Student Ministry as we seek to curate an environment for the discipleship of our students

Time Commitment: 1+ times a month, as needed. Commitment is semester by semester but needed all year long!
Requirements: Background checks and training with Student Ministry

SUNDAY SHUTTLE DRIVER

• Pick up college students from Eastern & Villanova to attend COS Worship Services and Sunday morning ministries, and return them to campus after 10:30 AM Service
• Foster positive connections among college students on the van

Time Commitment: Drive 1-2 times per month on Sunday mornings
Requirements: Valid driver’s license with 5+ years of experience and clean driving record

COLLEGE PRAYER WARRIOR

• Pray earnestly and faithfully for the gospel of Jesus Christ to change and transform college students and campuses
• Join prayer walks with others on nearby college campuses

Time Commitment: Weekly 30-minute prayer meeting on Wednesday mornings. Praying regularly on your own for college students and campuses
Requirements: None

ADOPTIVE COLLEGE PARENT

• Couples and families living intentionally alongside a college student
• Helping provide a home away from home while college students are away at school

Time Commitment: At least 2 meaningful relational connections per month each semester
Requirements: A heart to serve and love college students and welcome them into your family and home

ONE-ON-ONE DISCIPLER

• Disciple 1-2 college students of the same gender through one-on-one Bible study, mentorship, and prayer 

Time Commitment: Meet at least 2 times per month with college students during academic year for intentional life-on-life discipleship in Christ
Requirements: Membership at COS and involved in COS Community Group 

Interested in childhood education? Heritage School reaches families in our church and surrounding communities with the love of God through Bible-based education for kids aged 2 through kindergarten. We are actively looking for volunteers, teachers, and aides to join us for this coming school year. 

YOUNG ADULT DISCIPLER

• We are looking for mature and compassionate individuals to come alongside younger adults as they grow in Scripture, character and community. 

Time Commitment: Varies depending on the level of interaction and engagements agreed upon between the involved parties.
Requirements: Membership at COS

COME AND SEE
Support the "Come and See Who We Are" category of Women’s Ministry where we grow relationships with friends and unbelievers through:

• Worth It
• Handiwork
• Walks
• Playgroups 
• Hikes

Time Commitment: Varies
Requirements: Membership at COS

STEP IN
Support the Step In to the Gospel category of Women’s Ministry where we present the gospel in relationship with women through:

• MomCo
• Decorating
• Christmas Gathering

Time Commitment: Varies
Requirements: Membership at COS

GROW IN DISCIPLESHIP: LEADERSHIP

• Join a women’s Bible Study Leadership team that disciples women through teaching, hospitality, service, and fellowship.
• Be part of the Retreat Planning Commitee that organizes special, offsite trips for women to form connections and grow spiritually.

Time Commitment: Varies
Requirements: Membership at COS

GROW IN PRAYER: WOMEN'S PRAYER TEAM

• Help us lead our monthly prayer group and ongoing personal intercession for women. 

Time Commitment: Monthly Meeting and prayer throughout the year
Requirements: Membership at COS

We are guys walking in faith and helping each other through fellowship, mentoring, discipleship, and accountability. We want to see men get connected, both to each other and to God. We accomplish that in our community through Community Groups, Weekday Studies, Service Groups and occasional events and retreats. We need your help to encourage men to be everything God is calling them to be.

SPECIAL NEEDS COORDINATOR FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL
We’re looking for a compassionate and organized individual to join our team to play a crucial role in ensuring that individuals and families with special needs have a positive and supportive experience during Sunday morning services and activities. This role serves as the main point of contact for families and oversees the scheduling and coordination of buddy volunteers who serve on Sunday mornings with Kids Ministry and Student Ministry.
Time Commitment: Approximately 1-2 hours a week.
Requirements: Child Safety Clearances, training for individual assignments provided.

TOGETHER WON HELPERS
We’re looking for individuals who want to make a positive impact on the lives of young adults with special needs by providing support, encouragement, and assistance in various group activities.
Time Commitment: Bi-monthly on Wednesday nights from 7pm-8:30pm.
Requirements: Child Safety Clearances, training for individual assignments provided.

TOGETHER WON MUSIC
We’re looking for talented and passionate musicians to join our team and bring the joy of music to our young adult group. We want to create a positive and inclusive atmosphere through engaging musical activities tailored to the needs and interests of the participants.
Time Commitment: Bi-monthly on Wednesday nights from 7pm-8:30pm
Requirements: Child Safety Clearances, training for individual assignments provided. 

Care Ministries show the love of Jesus by serving the needs of those in our community who are suffering from the challenges of the broken world in which we live. It is our desire to offer care in ways that touch hurting lives, to encourage them in love to deepen their relationship with God and others. Care Ministries include:

• Celebrate Recovery
• Couseling
• Divorce Care
• Love-in-Action (Deacons)
• GriefShare
• Widows' Gathering

SPECIAL EVENTS CHOIR

• Do you have a love for God and music? Join us in serving the congregation by participating in our Special Events Choir for Christmas concerts, Easter celebrations, and other special services. Your voice can help make these moments of worship truly memorable.

Time Commitment: Flexible according to your schedule - primarily during the weeks leading up to each event, with rehearsals and the event itself.
Requirements: Some choral or musical experience is welcomed, but a passion for worship and a willing heart are most important.

MODERN SERVICE MUSICIANS AND VOCALISTS

• Our music teams are looking for talented singers and musicians to help lead music on Sundays at our 10:30 AM service.

Time Commitment: Flexible commitment according to your schedule; typically 8-10 hours per month. You may be scheduled one or two Sundays a month.
Requirements: Experience in your area of interest

TRADITIONAL SERVICE: ORCHESTRA  AND CHOIR PARTICIPANTS

• Do you have a love for God and music? Join us in serving the congregation by participating in the 9 AM services as a choir member or musician.

Time Commitment: Flexible commitment according to your schedule; typically, 5-10 hours per month. You may be scheduled one or two Sundays a month.
Requirements: Some experience in music is welcomed, but a passion for serving is most important.

PROJECTIONIST

• Operate projection software to control content shown on the screens during Sunday worship services
• Check lyric slides for errors/typos

Time Commitment: As little as once per month, as much as every week; whatever works well for your Sunday routine (Serving for the 10:30 service also requires attending the Wednesday night rehearsal)
Requirements: Background check & training on the software (only basic computer proficiency required)

VIDEO LEAD

• Operate video switcher to control content for livestream and auxiliary video feeds
• Communicate with camera operators to guide shots and movement timing

Time Commitment: As little as once per month, as much as every week; whatever works well for your Sunday routine
Requirements: Background check & training on the switcher and production flow (basic computer proficiency required)

CAMERA OPERATOR

• Operate either handheld or tripod-mounted video camera to provide shots for video production of Sunday worship services 

Time Commitment: As little as once per month, as much as every week; whatever works well for your Sunday routine (Serving for the 10:30 service also requires attending the Wednesday night rehearsal)
Requirements: Background check & training on the cameras

FRONT OF HOUSE AND BROADCAST AUDIO ENGINEER

• Operate audio mixing board for either front of house (sanctuary sound system) or broadcast (livestream, etc.) mix
• Assist with setup on Sunday mornings and Wednesday night rehearsals

Time Commitment: Sunday (9:00 & 10:30 services) + Wednesday night (worship team rehearsal). As little as once per month, as much as every week.
Requirements: Background check & training on Wednesday nights, evaluation by Media Arts Manager

TEAM LEAD

• Oversee Sunday morning prep for worship services by completing the Team Lead checklist and attending the 8:30 team meeting
• Maintain bird’s-eye view of Video, Projection, and Audio to ensure smooth operation
• Act as point person for AV team on Sunday mornings

Time Commitment: Sundays (both services), as little as once per month
Requirements:

• Attention to detail and ability to communicate well
• No specific tech knowledge required, but basic familiarity with music, cameras, and general live production is helpful
• Background check

PARENTING ADVISORY TEAM

• Help identify parenting needs and plan to meet those needs through a team. 

Time Commitment: Once a month meeting
Requirements: None

MARRIAGE ADVISORY TEAM

• Help identify marriage needs and plan to meet those needs through a team. 

Time Commitment: Once a month meeting
Requirements: None

SPECIAL NEEDS ADVISORY TEAM

• Help identify ways to assist and encourage families with special needs.

Time Commitment: Once a month meeting
Requirements: None

SPECIAL NEEDS BUDDIES

• Come alongside those with special needs while families attend a worship service.
  

Time Commitment: ranging from weekly to bi-weekly
Requirements: None

Do you have a heart for prayer? Join our team of people dedicated to petitioning to the Lord on behalf of those in our congregation. Once you join the team, you will receive a weekly email with a list of prayer requests.

GREETERS

• Saying hello and welcoming people as they enter the building.

Time Commitment: 2 services/month (30 minutes each max).
Requirements: A friendly disposition and pleasant smile!

USHERS

• Tending the Sanctuary entry points at the start of the service.

Time Commitment: 2 services/month (30 minutes each max).
Requirements: A friendly disposition and pleasant smile!

CO-COORDINATOR

• Assist another team member in scheduling and organization of the Welcome Team.

Time Commitment: 1 hour/week for 1 year
Requirements: Enjoys organization and communication (mostly via email)

PARKING LOT ATTENDANTS

• Being a friendly visible presence in our parking lots working in conjunction with the Health & Safety Team.

Time Commitment: 2 services/month (30 minutes each)
Requirements: Friendly disposition and observant

CAMPUS BEAUTIFICATION CREW
Let’s make our campus a more vibrant, welcoming place—together! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help with:

• Planting flowers & greenery
• Decorating spaces
• Organizing outdoor areas

Time Commitment: Once a month or quarterly
Requirements: None

SNOW SHOVELING TEAM

• Church of the Saviour in Wayne, PA, needs able bodies to serve on our walkway shoveling team during snow events.

Time Commitment: a few hours as needed during snow events
Requirements: None

EVENT PHOTOGRAPHERS/VIDEOGRAPHERS

• Use a DSLR camera to shoot at COS events and Sunday services, coordinating coverage with the team based on your availability
• Edit photos in a stylistic consistency with our team
• Capture quick video clips at events for social media reels using your phone

Time Commitment: Time commitment completely dependent upon your availability
Requirements: 

• Some skill and experience with a DSLR camera, Lightroom or equivalent
• Some basic know-how in creating reels for social media 
• Background checks for events that include minors