GATEWAY HOSPITALITY MINISTRY

FIRST SUNDAY LUNCH

Everyone is asked to participate in First Sunday Lunch by inviting someone you don't know well to lunch.  We encourage you to either have lunch out at a local restaurant or invite someone into your home for a meal.  This will help us develop a culture of hospitality. 

FOOD FOR THE SICK

This group prepares and delivers meals to those who are ill, recently hospitalized, or who have welcomed a newborn to their home.  Please contact Joan Newton (joan-n@wcag.org, 314.434.1058x1) to help. 

FUNERAL MEALS

This group prepares and serves meals to families at the church after a funeral service.  To help, contact Ken Eason at lkeason0312@gmail.com or 217-371-0426.

FUNERAL PHONE TREE

When someone in the church passes away, emails are sent to the church family to advise them of funeral details.  This group makes a phone call to people who do not have email.  To help, contact Freida Compton at 636-922-9184. 

GREETERS

This group greets people at the door whenever services are held at the church.  They should be aware of visitors, make them feel welcome, and help them find their way.  To help with this ministry, contact Joan Newton (joan-n@wcag.org, 314-434-1058 x.1).

KIDZ COMPUTERIZED CHECK-IN

We have implemented a computerized check-in system for our Kidz Ministries to increase security and accuracy of attendance.  We need volunteers to help with this.  If you can help on a Sunday morning or Wednesday night, contact Laura Schnitker (laura-s@wcag.org, 314.574.5910).

PHONE CONTACT TEAM

If you'd like to be hospitable to newcomers and provide member care over the phone, we'd love for you to be a part of this team.  We call to ask if they have questions about WCAG and make them feel welcome.  If interested, contact Joan Newton (joan-n@wcag.org, 314-434-1058 x. 1).

USHERS

Ushers hand out bulletins, take offering, help with seating, are able to help with knowledge and information in time of need, and also serve communion.  Please contact Lawrence Hadding (lawmar@charter.net, 636-458-8464) for more information.  

WORSHIP & CREATIVE ARTS

SEASONAL CHOIR

​The WCAG Choir is a group of worshippers that sing a variety of music as preparing special concerts. Prerequisites include the ability to sing on-pitch and attendance at most rehearsals.   
Leader: Pastor Jason (jason-f@wcag.org, 314-607-7053)
Where: Upper Level Chapel
When: Tuesday & Wednesday rehearsals will start March 5 & 6, and the choir will sing for Palm Sunday (April 14), Good Friday (April 19), and Easter Sunday (April 21)

ORCHESTRA

​The WCAG Orchestra loves to worship God with their instruments.  If you play a wind, string, or percussion instrument, you are welcome to be involved.  Orchestra is open to teenagers and adults who play orchestral instruments. Special orchestra rehearsals starting in March.                                  Leader: Pastor Jason (jason-f@wcag.org, 314-607-7053)
Where: Orchestra Room, Sanctuary

WORSHIP BAND & VOCALS

​If you play keyboard instruments, guitars, drums, or sing and want to help lead WCAG into exciting and meaningful times of worship, we’d love for you to join us.  Please contact Pastor Jason for information on how to join.
Leader: Pastor Jason (jason-f@wcag.org, 314-607-7053)
Where: Sanctuary
When: Wednesday evening rehearsals; Sunday services when scheduled (individual schedules vary)

AUDIO/VISUAL TEAM

​The audio/visual technicians work hard as part of the Worship Team to make sure that the congregation can enjoy worship, hear the Word, and follow along with the sermon every Sunday.  If you have experience running live sound, operating a computer, or would like to be trained in one of these areas, please contact Pastor Jason. Technicians serve one or two Sundays per month.
Leader: Pastor Jason (jason-f@wcag.org, 314-607-7053)
Where: Sanctuary
When: Wednesday evening rehearsals (Audio Only); Sunday services when scheduled (individual schedules vary).

ADDITIONAL MINISTRIES

BABY/WEDDING SHOWER MINISTRY

A quarterly shower is given for members and regular atteneders who are getting married or expecting their 1st child at WCAG.  If you would like to help with this ministry, contact Penny Bollinger (pennymlo@aol.com, 314.614.1306) or Jessica Hardecke (jhardecke@gmail.com, 636.376.7990)

BUILDING MAINTENANCE TEAM

If you can do carpentry work, electrical, plumbing, landscaping, or painting at a time that is convenience for you, WCAG would be grateful for your help.  Contact Bob Bollinger (bob-b@wcag.org, 314-434-1058 x.6).

KIDZ MINISTRY LEADERS

There are many opportunities to serve in the various children's ministries.  Whether Sunday, Wednesday, or special events, there is a place for you to pour into the next generation.  Contact Pastor Tina Allen to get involved.  tina-a@wcag.org

LIBRARY

The church library is full of helpful resources to aid in spiritual growth.  Help is needed to keep the library open for congregants.  Please contact Paula Lucas to help.  (mrpjlucas@sbcglobal.net, 636-391-7260)

NURSING HOME MINISTRY

This group ministers to people in six different nursing homes on Sunday morning and throughout the week.  Help is needed to play the piano, preach, sing, and just love on the residents.  Contact Nelda Schloeman (johnelda@charter.net, 636-391-0661)

WCAG COFFEE BAR

Volunteers are needed to help work the coffee bar -- no barista experience necessary, but focus, speed, and friendliness are required!  Volunteers must be 16+, available to help at least one Sunday a month and a Saturday afternoon/Wednesday evening for training.  Contact Sheila Fisher (shefish3@gmail.com, 314.607.7478) if interested. 

YOUTH LEADERS

There are many opportunities to serve in the various ministries to our youth.  Please contact Pastor Tina Allen if you are interested in serving in any area of the youth ministry (tina-a@wcag.org, 314.686.1485).