Grace Community Church

1. How would you describe where you are in your faith journey right now? *

I'm new to faith and still exploring

I'm a growing believer wanting to go deeper

I'm mature in my faith and ready to invest in others

I'm in a season of questioning or struggle

Other:

2. What are you hoping to gain personally from serving? (Select all that apply) *

Building deeper friendships and community

Growing in my faith

Serving alongside my family or friends

Developing new skills

Finding my place in the church

Nothing specific — I just want to help where needed

Other:

3. Have you served or are you currently serving in any kind of ministry or volunteer role? *

Yes

No, not yet

4. If yes, please tell us about your ministry experience. (What roles have you served in? Where—at this church or elsewhere? If you're currently serving, what's your experience been like?)

5. How do you typically prefer to interact with others? *

I love engaging with people directly

I prefer helping behind the scenes

I'm flexible — I can do either

6. Which of these describe how you like to work? (Select all that apply) *

7. Which age groups do you feel most equipped to interact with? (Select all that apply) *

Children (0–10)

Youth (11–17)

Young adults (18–25)

Adults (26–64)

Seniors (65+)

8. What types of activities feel most life-giving or energizing to you? (Select up to 3) *

9. What would feel most fulfilling to you after serving in a ministry role? *

Seeing lives changed

Knowing I made someone feel seen or loved

Helping things run smoothly

Using my skills to make a difference

Feeling like I was part of a team

Being challenged and stretched

Feeling like I met a real need

Other:

10. Are there any skills, talents, or professional experience you'd like to offer?

11. How do you usually respond in a high-pressure or chaotic situation? *

I stay calm and take charge

I look for how I can quietly help

I prefer structured environments — chaos stresses me out

I avoid those situations altogether

12. Are there any environments you're especially comfortable or uncomfortable in? (e.g., big crowds, loud spaces, children, one-on-one conversations, etc.)

13. Which statement best reflects your mindset about volunteering? *

I'm happy to go where the need is greatest

I'd prefer to serve where I'm most gifted or interested

Ideally both — I want to serve where needed and where I'm a good fit

14. Do you prefer short-term or ongoing serving opportunities? *

One-time or occasional events

A regular weekly or monthly role

I'm open to either

15. Are there any tasks or roles you would prefer not to do?

16. Do you have any physical, emotional, or mental health considerations we should be aware of when placing you? (Optional)

17. Is there anything else you'd like us to know as we match you with serving opportunities?

Grace Community Church

Ministry Volunteer Interest Survey

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