Utilize your talents by joining a volunteer team!
Volunteering is a wonderful way to become engaged at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, whether by welcoming visitors in person, moderating online chats on socials, or supporting behind-the-scenes activities. God has blessed you with unique talents to strengthen His church, and we're here to help you discover the ideal team to utilize those gifts and make a meaningful impact.
Serving the local church through time and talent is a meaningful way to foster community, nurture faith, and demonstrate love in action. Whether welcoming guests as part of the Welcome Team, guiding newcomers, or helping to maintain the church grounds by pulling weeds, every act of service contributes to creating a warm, inviting environment where everyone feels valued and connected. Cheery hearts and willing hands are essential in strengthening the church’s mission, inspiring others to engage, and building a vibrant church family that reflects Christ’s love through active participation and generosity.
Discovering your calling to serve the local church!
We're excited to see how God will utilize your talents, passions, and gifts. Simply follow the steps below to discover volunteer opportunities that align with your skills and availability.
Explore Teams
Discover more about the various teams and identify the one that best matches your unique talents.
Sign Up or Register
Sign up with a Volunteer Team to learn more about your responsibilities and a Volunteer Leader will reach out to you.
Begin to Serve
Witness God's Love at work through your talents as you start serving with your team, creating a meaningful and lasting impact.
Featured Volunteer Opportunities
Make a Difference
Find where your passions align with the needs of our church community—whether it’s connecting with others, managing operations, or expressing your creativity—there’s a role for you to make a meaningful difference. Volunteering at St. Paul's UMC offers opportunities to develop new skills, take on leadership, and be part of a greater purpose.
Welcome Team
Show our visitors and guests what being real Church is all about!
Be the first to welcome our guests and visitors to church! You'll warmly welcome guests and help them feel comfortable, from assisting with parking to greeting them at the door, leading the way to Sunday School or guiding first-time visitors to their saved seat. Your role is key in ensuring each person feels noticed, appreciated, and prepared to encounter God's transformative presence.
Media & Sound Team
Create Worship Experiences with the Media & Sound Team
Become a part of the Media & Sound team and contribute to crafting impactful worship experiences for your community. Whether you're managing worship slides, setting up sound equipment, or selecting videos, your efforts will directly influence how attendees connect with God at St. Paul's. No prior experience is required.
ST. PAUL'S KIDS
Shape the next generation with KIDS Team
Help shape the next generation by volunteering with St. Paul's KIDS, where you can connect with children from newborns to 5th grade through engaging Bible lessons, worship, and activities that foster a solid faith foundation. Whether directly working with the kids or supporting behind the scenes, your efforts will create a nurturing environment where children develop a deeper relationship with God and look forward to attending church.
ONLINE
Serve our online community from wherever you are
Join our online team and make an impact from anywhere! You'll unite the St. Paul's Church Family virtually by creating engaging content, offering prayer, providing follow-up support, or simply making someone feel recognized and heard. Your efforts will help people encounter God in real time, no matter where they are tuning in from.
OUTREACH
Make a real difference in your community
By volunteering with outreach, you'll partner with non-profit organizations to make a positive impact in your community, whether by assisting local schools or assembling disaster relief kits for people worldwide, witnessing firsthand the powerful ways God can work through your efforts.
FRESH EXPRESSIONS
Be the hands and feet of Jesus.
Fresh Expressions is more than just an outreach ministry; it's a transformative way of embodying the love and compassion of Jesus in everyday life. It involves actively being the hands and feet of Christ, demonstrating His presence through genuine relationships and meaningful actions within our communities. By engaging authentically in the places we live, work, and play, Fresh Expressions seek to make a real and lasting difference, reflecting the heart of Jesus and bringing His light into the world around us.
PRAISE & WORSHIP
Welcome in God's Presence on Sunday
Each weekend, our church's worship teams—comprising talented and dedicated musicians—lead the congregation in creating an environment where attendees can encounter God's presence and connect more deeply with their faith. All levels of talent and skill welcome.
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What should I expect?Our yoga classes are Christ-centered and draw us into an intentional time of worship and prayer. A typical yoga class begins with a short meditation, or centering. The participants are always reminded on the importance of focusing on breathing. Later, the yoga practitioners are lead through an either simplified, or a more advanced warm up, and later yoga poses. Every class ends with final relaxation. All levels are welcome!
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Are your classes challenging?Classes are never the same. With each session, the class is designed for the level of the students who are attending the class that day. Still, each student is encouraged to listen to their own individual need, and to always listen to their body.
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What if I have more questions or need more information?We are excited that you are interested in Yoga Church here at St. Paul's! You can find more information by contacting us by visiting spumcabq.org/contact
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What can I expect?In spin class, you pedal along on a stationary bike as the instructor guides you through a visualization of an outdoor workout. The pace and speed will vary throughout the workout, sometimes requiring break-neck speed, and other times pedaling happens from a slow, standing position. "Maintain a fast cadence then progress into an intense hill climb while listening to motivating music on our fully adjustable bikes. Our high-intensity Cycling classes build endurance, strengthens the core and tones your muscles. Our bikes are equipped with cycling computers which provide riders with information on cadence, heart rate, distance traveled and calories burned in the workout summary. All of our bikes are equipped with Triple Link pedals to accommodate both Look and SPD cleats/clips. Sweat towels are mandatory and complimentary for all members and guests participating in our indoor cycling classes." - Defined Fitness Website
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I'm new to exercising. Where do I start?Starting a Fitness Program like one of our Spin Classes or even stretching out our body in one of our Yoga Church Sessions, is one of the best ways to stay in good health emotionally, spiritually and physically. So, good for you! It is recommended to keep these few tips in mind as you begin any fitness program!* Start slowly and build up gradually. Give yourself plenty of time to warm up and cool down with easy walking or gentle stretching. Then speed up to a pace you can continue for five to 10 minutes without getting overly tired. As your stamina improves, gradually increase the amount of time you exercise. Work your way up to 30 to 60 minutes of exercise most days of the week. Break things up if you have to. You don't have to do all your exercise at one time, so you can weave in activity throughout your day. Shorter but more-frequent sessions have aerobic benefits, too. Exercising in short sessions a few times a day may fit into your schedule better than a single 30-minute session. Any amount of activity is better than none at all. Be creative. Maybe your workout routine includes various activities, such as walking, bicycling or rowing. But don't stop there. Take a weekend hike with your family or spend an evening ballroom dancing. Find activities you enjoy to add to your fitness routine. Listen to your body. If you feel pain, shortness of breath, dizziness or nausea, take a break. You may be pushing yourself too hard. Be flexible. If you're not feeling good, give yourself permission to take a day or two off. *These tips are provided by the MayoClinic Staff under our Fair Use Disclaimer for non-commercial personal use only.