JUNE DISCIPLE OF THE MONTH:
JENNIFER TERRIZZI
How long have you been a member of Saint John’s?
I’ve been a member of Saint John’s since 2017.
What is your main focus in volunteering your time at Saint John’s?
I’m more of a “behind the scenes” volunteer. For about 6 years (pre and post pandemic), I’ve been in the Altar Guild setting up communion for both services and some holiday services. The training for this was very easy. Beverly Kaczmarski is a good teacher and keeps everything well organized.
For about two years now, I’ve been the liaison between the church and the church’s tenant, Jump Immersion School. When needed, I communicate information/concerns from Jump to Saint John’s and vice versa.
For the last few years, I’ve helped with providing meals/dessert to church members in need, Summit Warm Hearts, coffee hour snacks, and have assisted in the kitchen for special church events.
What initially interested you in this work?
I enjoy volunteering at Saint John’s, because the stewardship of Saint John’s stretches far and wide to help those in need. I want to give back in any way I can in order to support the mission of our church. Even if it is in a small way.
What made you decide to offer this skill/talent to the Saint John’s community on a volunteer basis?
There are many different volunteer opportunities available at Saint John’s that offer flexibility of time and skills. If you have a packed schedule during the week, but find yourself in church on Sundays, there are volunteer opportunities within the service. One of the reasons I joined Altar Guild, was because I knew I would be in church most Sundays and could make time to get involved. I could also bring in snacks for coffee hour (sometimes homemade and sometimes store bought). Everything else, does not require a heavy time commitment and can fit in between my regular weekly schedule.
If you are thinking about volunteering, but have concerns or questions, do not hesitate to ask me, a committee member or of course, Pastor Blake. Your time and talents are needed and will always be appreciated by everyone.