Serve Day

July 15, 2023

“For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve
others and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

Mark 10:45

Serve Day is an amazing opportunity to bless others and to be blessed as thousands will go out into our communities to show the love of Christ through real and tangible ways.

We encourage Small Group Leaders to begin thinking about the project their group will host this year. If you are not part of a Small Group this summer, there are plenty of Serve Day projects to participate in and we would love for you to join us.

Project Ideas

Offer to take free family photos
Leave treat bags and hand written notes for your delivery drivers
Do a prayer walk and a prayer drive in your community
Voice record prayers for loved ones and text it to them
Leave encouraging messages around town in sidewalk chalk
Put together a dinner kit for a family in need
Donate blood to your local blood bank
Clean up a widow or single parent’s yard
Help with home cleanup or repairs for those who are physically or financially unable to do it themselves
Clean up or help with new landscaping for a local school
Place American flags at a Veterans cemetery

What is Serve Day?

Serve Day is our annual outreach event that closes our Summer Small Group Semester. It is an exciting opportunity for us, the local church, to go into our communities and love our neighbors. This summer, whether through a Small Group or by joining a Serve Day project, come be a part of serving our communities and sharing the love of Jesus through simple, practical acts of kindness.

I want to participate in Serve Day but I am not in a Small Group. How do I find a small group?

The best way to get involved is through a Summer Small Group, and you can find the group for you by searching our Small Groups Directory. Most groups are open to new members throughout the semester, so feel free to contact the leader of a group that fits your interest, meeting location, and time preference.

What if I don’t have a serve opportunity selected and my Small Group wants to serve?

Our hope is that each Small Group plans and participates in a Serve Day project this summer.

If your Small Group is in need of ideas, check out the Project Ideas section above.

How do I plan a serve project?

Get creative! Assess the needs of people in your neighborhood and in our local communities and plan a project that meets those needs. Check out our list of ideas and other options from local service organizations for ways to get involved.

Who pays the cost associated with our Small Group’s serve project (supplies, travel expenses, etc.)?

Each Small Group is responsible for the costs associated with their Serve Day project. We recommend spending time planning your project based on your group’s size and commitment level.

What should I bring to Serve Day?

Bring any personal items you may need during your project: Sunscreen, drinking water, sneakers, a hat, etc. Your Small Group Leader can confirm any project-specific items you may need to bring: gloves, rakes, lawnmowers, tarps, work tools, etc. Work clothes are a good idea for serve opportunities requiring physical labor, and we recommend not wearing jewelry.

What if it rains?

If your Serve Day project is outside, make plans to have an inclement weather option available. Some possibilities include visiting a nursing home, serving at a local service organization, or cleaning classrooms at a local school.

Who can I contact with questions or concerns?

Your Small Group Leader should have additional information about Serve Day.

Make a difference.