Worship Ministries

Acolyte Team

Acolytes are the light bearers who assist with lighting the altar candles and receiving the offering. They usually serve in pairs and wear robes. Boys and girls from 1st through 5th grades are eligible.

See Fred or Gretchen Slater for sign-up and training. Call the church office at (269) 367-4800 for contact information.

Audio Team

A team of audio specialists set up and take down equipment and work the sound mixing board during events held in our sanctuary, including worship, funerals, weddings and other events.

For more information see Lloyd Kaufman or Brent Eckardt. Call the church office at (269) 367-4800 for contact information.

Children’s Church Team

Children’s Church is available for children ages 3 through kindergarten. It is located at the end of the long hallway opposite the sanctuary. During Sunday morning worship, children are excused after the Children’s Message to enjoy a Bible story, singing, and crafts. Parents may pick up their children after the service. Volunteers are always welcome.

If you have questions or need more information on how you can be involved, please contact the church office at 269-367-4800 or kayk@lumc.cc

Children’s Sermons

The Children’s Sermon is a part of our regular Sunday morning worship that is geared for the children (ages 3- 10). The children come to the front to take part in a short (3 or 4 minutes) discussion and prayer that is Bible- based and oftentimes focused on current world events, time of the year, holidays, or the pastor’s message.

See Amy Klein if interested in helping. Call the church office at (269) 367-4800 for contact information.

Coffee Etc. Team

A team of hosts and hostesses prepare and serve coffee and other refreshments in the gathering room between worship and Sunday School (10:40 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.).

If you would like to help occasionally please see Janet Thomas. Call the church office at (269) 367-4800 for contact information.

Drama Team

The drama team exists to communicate timeless truth in an engaging and entertaining way. From time to time brief skits are performed during worship in order to add impact to the message or the worship theme. Do you have a flair for acting? Do you want to use your gift to bring glory to God?

See Brooke Cheney for more information. Call the church office at (269) 367-4800 for contact information.

Music Ministry Team

Music ministry is a vital and vibrant component of worship at Lakewood. There are five categories of ministry that are available for those with the desire and talent to serve: 1) Praise and Worship groups, 2) Instrumentalists, 3) Song Leaders, 4) Special Music – vocal and instrumental, 5) the Adult Choir (seasonal). For those new to our fellowship, the Adult Choir and Special Music are the best entry points into this ministry area. As openings arise in the other categories, your interests and abilities can be matched with the need to determine the best overall fit.

Please see Janice Flanigan if interested in the choir or special music schedules. See Jeff Booi if interested in the other areas. Call the church office at (269) 367-4800 for contact information.

Nursery Team

Nursery volunteers care for newborns to 3 year olds during worship and Sunday School. Volunteers in this ministry must complete an application form and be trained and are scheduled by the Nursery coordinator, Sandi Eckardt.

For more information See Sandi Eckardt. Call the church office at (269) 367-4800 for contact information.

Sanctuary Greeters

A team of greeters are in position by 9:00am to greet and welcome persons to worship on Sunday mornings. Persons serve in teams of two, distribute worship bulletins and greet worshippers when they arrive. Greeters have a wonderful opportunity to get better acquainted with those of our congregation. Eunice Eckardt schedules different teams every Sunday at least two months in advance.

For more information or to volunteer to be a sanctuary greeters, see Eunice Eckardt. Call the church office at (269) 367-4800 for contact information.

Usher Team

A team of ushers serves the church family during worship in many ways, including helping people find a seat, receiving the offering, and being attentive to the need for additional chairs or changing the lighting or temperature of the sanctuary. An usher acts as a good host to those attending worship.

See Doug Musbach, head usher, for more information. Call the church office at (269) 367-4800 for contact information.

Video Team

A group of “techies” work the projectors during worship. Some computer experience is necessary and a creative/artistic flair is beneficial. Training is required and provided on site.

For more information see Ron Cheney. Call the church office at (269) 367-4800 for contact information.