We are Called to Serve
Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms.
1 Peter 4:10 (NIV)
God calls us uniquely and equips each of us with special talents. You can make a unique contribution in the body of Christ and we want to help put your gifts and passions to work. At Southwood Lutheran, we offer serving opportunities at Southwood, in the community and around the world. Learn more about each serving opportunity and find a fit for you using the descriptions below.
Scheduled to serve?
Manage your serving at Southwood schedule and submit or accept a substitute request.
MSP Volunteer Scheduler
2026 Tanzania Service & Learning Team
Join Southwood in serving at our Global Mission Partners in Tanzania in 2026.
Tanzania Service & Learning Team: July 9 – 21, 2026. This team will serve at our sister church in Uswaa, Tanzania. There will be opportunities to serve in the primary and secondary schools as well as the medical clinic. The team will also enjoy a safari or other excursion after serving in Uswaa.
Volunteer with Southwood's Backpack Program to provide food for students at Saratoga Elementary School.
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Host a Sunday morning party! Keep refreshments stocked and help people connect.
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If you love to sing, we invite you to participate.
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Volunteer at the free health clinic on the 3rd Tuesday and/or 3rd Thursday each month.
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Assist in serving the wine or bread during Communion services.
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Work behind the scenes to prepare Communion wine trays for our Communion services.
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Provide 2 dozen homemade or bakery cookies/bars for funeral luncheons.
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Want the opportunity to be a Daily Devotion Writer?
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