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.
2026 Tanzania Service & Learning Team If you have selected to pay in installments, please use the form to continue making those payments.
Care for children during MOPS meetings on Wednesday mornings.
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Help distribute food to students at Northeast High School.
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Provide care for children age five and under during worship.
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Assist with Food Distribution in Palmyra, NE on 2nd Saturday of each month.
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Tie quilts to be distributed all around the world.
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Create handmade cards that are sent to Southwood members following a hospitalization or illness.
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Knit or crochet prayer shawls to be delivered to those needing extra support.
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Sew small fabric squares with a cross inside for those that like a tangible reminder of God's love.
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