HELPING
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Helping—This gift prepares one to build up and support a person in what they are trying to accomplish. Unlike service, which is primarily task oriented, helping is primarily about helping a person. An example of leading through helping would be lightening the loads of those who are getting behind in their work by working alongside them (Phil. 4:3).
Individuals with the gift of helping are equipped to provide personal assistance and support to others, focusing on individuals rather than just tasks. Here are ways they can serve in church ministries:
Individuals with the gift of helping are equipped to provide personal assistance and support to others, focusing on individuals rather than just tasks. Here are ways they can serve in church ministries:
- Ministry Team or Team Leader Assistant - Serve as a Helper or Assistant to any church ministry
- Mentoring Programs: Serve as a mentor to new believers or church members, offering personal support and guidance in their spiritual growth.
- Personal Assistance: Assist church leaders or members who are overwhelmed by providing hands-on help with their responsibilities or tasks.
- Visitation Teams: Be part of a team that visits the sick, elderly, or homebound, offering companionship and personal assistance where needed.
- Counseling Support: Work alongside church counselors to provide additional support to individuals going through difficult times.
- Tutoring Services: Offer tutoring services to children and adults within the church community, supporting their educational goals.
- Support for Families in Crisis: Provide practical help to families dealing with crises, such as meals, childcare, or transportation.
- Disability Assistance: Assist members with disabilities during church services and events to ensure they have full access and participation.
- Welcoming Newcomers: Be part of a welcome team that helps integrate newcomers into the church community.
- Career Guidance: Offer career advice and job search assistance to church members in need of employment.
- Skill Training: Teach or facilitate classes that help church members develop new skills, from computer literacy to home repairs.
- Bereavement Support: Support individuals and families who are grieving, helping with funeral preparations or just being present for emotional support.
- Respite Care: Offer respite care for caregivers within the church community, giving them a needed break.
- Language Assistance: Help immigrants and non-native speakers with language skills, and assist them in navigating cultural challenges.
- Transportation Services: Provide transportation to those who cannot drive themselves to church services and events.
- Childcare Assistance: Assist overburdened parents by helping with childcare during church services and events.
- Home and Hospital Visits: Make regular visits to those who are in the hospital or confined to their homes, providing companionship and aid.
- Life Transitions Support: Assist those who are going through significant life transitions, such as college students, new parents, or the recently widowed.