Greeter

UCFM Greeter

The greeter is responsible for ensuring that every person entering the church as a guest or visitor is greeted and offered assistance as appropriate thereby feeling important and welcome.

Ministry Area/Department

Hospitality

Position

Greeter

Accountable To

Greeter Ministry Director

Ministry Target

Congregation and guests

Position Is

Volunteer

Position May Be Filled By

Church Member

Minimum Maturity Level

New, growing Christian

Spiritual Gifts

Serving • Exhortation

Talents or Abilities Desired

Comfortable talking to/greeting guests • Able to give good directions regarding church facilities

Best Personality Traits

Hospitable, not shy (or able to overcome shyness) • Sensitive to needs and feelings of others • Dependable-expresser

Passion For

Making people feel welcome

Length of Service Commitment

One year minimum

Anticipated Time Commitments

1.    Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: at least one hour a month—more during special events

2.    Participating in meetings/training: at least one hour a month

Responsibilities/Duties

1.    Greet members and guests as they enter or exit the building.

2.    Greet visitors at the welcome center and provide information as needed or requested.

3.    Direct visitors to classes, nursery, sanctuary, restrooms, etc.

4.    Introduce visitors to church staff, teachers and members of similar age when possible.

5.    Open doors for/assist the elderly or disabled.

6.    Arrive at Church 30 minutes prior to service starting.

7.    Return to doors at end of service to assist with benediction traffic and express thanks for attendance.

8.    Sale “Word for you Today” devotionals when requested

9.    Dress appropriate at all services. (See dress guidelines for all staff)