Serving At Church
We are a Holy Spirit led church with a mission to be totally committed to God, empowered by the Holy Spirit, and introducing others to Jesus. Below you will see how we as a church family believe we can express this in our everyday lives as we try to walk like Jesus, and how these expressions of commitment, empowerment, and introducing others to Jesus can also be demonstrated through serving at church.
Our Vision
Our Vision is to build a Strong, Charismatic, Evangelical Baptist Church that reaches into the community of Lowestoft to further the Kingdom of God, especially amongst 16 to 40 year olds.
Our Mission
Our Mission is to achieve this by being:
Totally Committed to God
Expressed through:
- Dependence on Jesus
- Worship
- Prayer Life
- Holy living according to God’s word
- Sacrificial Giving
- Dedicated Service
Empowered by the Holy Spirit
Expressed through:
- Everyone using their gifts
- Expecting and experiencing signs & wonders
- Readiness to be changed
- Lifelong growing
Introducing Others to Jesus
Expressed through:
- Listening
- Loving
- Telling
- Personal Witness
- Community action
YOUR CHURCH NEEDS YOU
We have many opportunities to serve at church. Not just on a Sunday, but throughout the Week, Month and the Year.
At LRBC serving is considered an act of ministry. A space where we can express our spiritual gifts, use the talents graciously given to us by God, and enjoy fellowship with our brothers and sisters in Christ Jesus.
Many of us found the Your Place In God’s Church course immensely helpful in identifying our personal spiritual gifts, and help LRBC reverse the traditional trend in churches of ‘a few doing much’ by recognising that many hands make light work.
If you feel called to serve in any of the ministries below or wish to discuss your thoughts on how you can serve, in the first instance, please contact the Church Secretary (Phyllis Axon) directly by emailing office@londonroad.org.uk, calling the office on 01502 514091 on Wednesday 9:30am – 2:30pm, or using the online form on the contact page.
Discipling, Prayer, Worship & Pastoral
Discipleship Ministry
Description.
ROLES:
- Course Facilitators
- Course Helpers
- Course Catering & Refreshments
Prayer Ministry
Our personal Prayer lives are a cornerstone of our personal faith. As a church we also have a number of corporate prayer activities.
ROLES:
- Prayer Leaders
- Prayer Groups
- Prayer Chain
- Sunday Prayer Area
Pastoral Ministry
Description.
ROLES:
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Worship Ministry
The Worship Team are responsible for all of the worship music we enjoy on a Sunday morning and the music in Thanksgiving services.
ROLES:
- Worship Leaders
- Musicians
- Singers
- Sound Desk
Serving On Sunday
Welcome Team Ministry
The Welcome Team are responsible for giving a great first impression and the warm welcome received on Sundays by church members, regular attendees and visitors.
ROLES:
- Team Lead
- Door Duty
- Welcome Desk
- Stewards
Prayer Ministry
Directly after Sunday service we have a prayer team that will pray with/for those requesting prayer.
ROLES:
- Sunday Prayer Area
Hospitality Ministry
The Hospitality Team are responsible for all of the food and drink we enjoy at the church building. They also have a significant role in contributing the friendly atmosphere at LRBC.
ROLES:
- Refreshments
- Catering
Communion Ministry
We partake in communion regularly at LRBC. The communion ministry are responsible for preparing the bread and wine (juice), serving trays, and glasses for up to 120 people.
ROLES:
- Communion Preparation
- Communion Serving
Tech Desk Ministry
The Tech Desk Team are responsible for all that you see on the big screen and via the live stream.
ROLES:
- Projector PC
- Camera Operator
- Live Stream PC
Flowers Ministry
The beautiful flower displays are created in-house by the flower team.
ROLES:
- Flower Arrangers
Youth & Kids Church
School Term Time Only.
Kids Church
Age appropriate service & activities for 5yrs – 11yrs. Sundays: typically between 10:15am – 11:45am.
ROLES:
- Helpers
Youth Church
Age appropriate service & activities for 11yrs – 17yrs. Sundays: typically between 11:00am – 11:45am.
ROLES:
- Helpers
Youth & Kids
Youth and Kids Ministry activities are age appropriate across 3 age ranges. Pre-Schoolers (Toddler & Family Groups), Primary School Ages, and Secondary School Ages (up to and including Sixth Form and College ages to 18th birthdays).
Little Fishes
Little Fishes is our long established parent/carer & toddler group. Two sessions take place on a Wednesday. 9:15am – 11:15am and 12:45pm – 2:45pm
ROLES:
- Helpers
MOTB
Description
ROLES:
- Helpers
After School Club
After School Club provides primary school aged children with 2 hours of fun activities and a meal at Whitton Life Community Hub.
ROLES:
- role
- role
Administration & Property
While the LRBC office is open and very active on Wednesdays, many administrative activities can and do take place throughout the week. A number of us contribute in our own time at home.
LRBC Office Support
Description.
ROLES:
- General Office Admin
- Newsletter
- Sunday Song Book
Small Groups Ministry
Small Groups play a big part in our Vision & Mission at LRBC. We have a variety of groups for church members, regular attendees, and guests.
ROLES:
- Small Group Facilitators
- Small Group Helpers
If you have an idea for a new Small Group please submit your idea here.
Property Ministry
Description.
ROLES:
- role
- role
Gardens Ministry
In additiona to the external elements of the main church building, we are blessed with a beautiful garden at LRBC. It takes a number of people to keep it all looking as lovely as it does.
ROLES:
- Gardening
- Garden Maintenance
- Building Maintenance
Safeguarding
LRBC has adopted Baptist Union recommendations, policy, and,procedures regarding the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults.
ROLES:
- Helpers
- DBS Checks
Digital & Communication Ministry
Our digital communication activities to church members, regular attendees, visitors, and the wider Lowestoft community are an important part of our mission.
ROLES:
- Social Media Management
- Website Editors
- Sunday Presentation Editors
- ChurchSuite Administration
- Graphic Design
- Podcast Editing
- Video Editing
Chaplaincy
Chaplaincy Ministry
Description.
ROLES:
- role
- role
Whitton Life Community Hub
Cafe
Description.
ROLES:
- Role
- Role
Adult Groups / Activities
Description.
ROLES:
- Roles
- Role
Chrildren Groups / Activities
Description.
ROLES:
- Roles
- Role