Sunday Greeters Needed for the Worship Service: Whether you’re a long-time member or a first-time visitor when you walk into St. Matthew’s you are welcomed with a “Good Morning!” from a smiling greeter. This important ministry needs more volunteers. You may sign-up here. For dates beginning Feb 8th and later please sign-up here.
Sunday Morning Hospitality: Donate Food for Sunday Morning Coffee in the Commons Sign-up HERE. For dates beginning Feb 8th or later please sign-up here. We are looking for volunteers to provide light snacks on Sunday mornings. Please sign-up and bring your food donation with you to worship and place it on the table in the Commons (outside the Sanctuary). Consider picking one item and one day you could help with from time to time. If you have any questions, please call the church office at 703-978-3500 or reach out via email to stmatthews@stmatthewsumc.org.
A/V Volunteers: Actively recruiting youth and adults for “A/V Team” to assist Skylar as we expand on our sound needs. We hope to have a rotation of people to help with the slides during the Sunday service. If interested, please email
Elizabeth Zito at ezito@stmatthewsumc.org.
Scripture Readers: We are looking for people of all ages to help lead us in worship as Scripture Readers and Communion Servers! Look for sign up sheets at the Welcome Center near the church entrance, or go directly to the online sign-up links: Scripture Readers Sign Up
Communion Assistance: If anyone would like to help out with communion, please sign up HERE or contact the church office at stmatthews@stmatthewsumc.org. Individuals and groups/families can sign up to help with the communion (up to 4 people).
Usher: Become an usher and join an amazing group of volunteers who keep in-person worship running smoothly and safely. Contact Phil Guth, philgguth@gmail.com, to learn more!
Modern Worship Musicians: Seeking musicians of all experience levels to join St Matthews Praise Band Workshops. Together we’ll explore the art of singing and playing in a worship team, building performance and playing skills, and learning uplifting repertoire to glorify God in a supportive community. We rehearse on Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. and play during the new 11:00 a.m. Modern Worship service on Sunday mornings. If you have questions, please reach out to Elizabeth Zito at ezito@stmatthewsumc.org.
Children’s Worship Volunteers: Children’s Worship meets during the Worship service and is for all children ages 3-third grade. Volunteer leaders are needed. Please contact Katie Fritchman at kfritchman@stmatthewsumc.org.
Nursery Volunteers: Would you be willing to volunteer in the nursery on Sunday mornings during Worship. Please note Child Protection Policy Training is required to volunteer but don't let lack of training stop you from volunteering! Reach out to you to schedule a time to go through the Child Protection Policy for St. Matthews UMC prior to your scheduled nursery volunteer slot. If you have questions and are able to volunteer from time to time please reach out to Katie Fritchman at kfritchman@stmatthewsumc.org.
Other Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer at our Ken Jackson Food Distribution. More information can be found here.
Donate food items to support the Ken Jackson Food Distribution. More information is available here.
Volunteer for Altar Guild. If you can give an hour or so on occasion, please contact Altar Guild Chair Debbie Creekman at debbiecreekman@gmail.com.
English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). ESOL (English, for speakers of other languages) is looking for several people to help in different capacities. It is a rewarding experience, knowing you are helping a motivated English student to better integrate into our local community. Please contact Louisa Gerber at ESOL@stmatthewsumc.org or 703-507-4892 to know more