Serve

Volunteer
“Pray the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into His harvest” – Matthew 9:38

At Calvary Chapel Fergus Falls, we believe serving is at the heart of following Jesus. From the earliest days of the church, believers shared what they had, met real needs, and used their gifts to build God’s kingdom (Acts 2:44-45; 6:1-6). Jesus didn’t call for volunteers, He called disciples to be servants who belong to Him and serve out of love and obedience (Mark 10:43-45). Whether you are new or have been with us for years, there is a place for you to serve as part of the body of Christ.

Why Serve?

  • We are a family. We care for one another and for our neighbors because we belong to Christ.
  • God equips us. The Holy Spirit has given each of us gifts, skills, and passions. Your time and abilities matter in the work of the kingdom.
  • Real needs are met. From welcoming guests to supporting local families, faithful service changes lives and points people to Jesus.

How to Get Involved

We would love for you to serve with us. After you have attended regularly for about six months, you are welcome to begin serving. No prior experience is required, just a heart willing to follow the Lord’s leading.

  • Start where you are. Try a one-time opportunity or join a team for a season to discover what fits.
  • Let us know you’re interested. Fill out the form below, and we will follow up with next steps.

Take the Next Step

Questions About Serving?

We consider serving the Lord a privilege and want to make the process as clear and supportive as possible.

  • 1. Who can serve, and when can I start serving?
    • We welcome born-again believers (John 3:3-7, 16) who sense God’s call to join in the work. We ask that you attend regularly for six months before serving. This helps you confirm this is your church home and allows us time to get to know you.
  • 2. How often can I serve?
    • Serving flows from your relationship with Jesus. Stay rooted in daily time with the Lord, reading or listening to Scripture, prayer, and fellowship. Your love for Christ will naturally overflow into service. We are flexible with schedules and typically encourage a one-year commitment once you find a good fit.
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  • 4. How can I avoid burn-out?
    • We want you to look forward to serving. If you need a break, take a week or two. Family is our first ministry. Rotating schedules and shared teams help everyone remain healthy and joyful in the work. We serve together, not alone.
  • 5. What happens next?
    • Once you submit the Ministry Interest Form, a church leader will confirm receipt and share next steps. Some areas of service (especially Kids Ministry) require a background check and additional conversation.

Serving Interest Process

After you complete the form, a church leader will confirm they received it and let you know if a background check or mandated reporter training is needed.

By submitting the form you are affirming that you:

For Kids Ministry: You will also need to successfully complete a background check and the Minnesota State mandatory reporter training (approximately 30–45 minutes) at: https://mncwta.umn.edu/elearning/mrt/index.html

Please email a copy of the completion certificate to the church office at: ccfergusfalls@gmail.com.