Get Involved

Everyone who attends the Church of the Resurrection has a role to play in the ministries of the church. One of our highest priorities is in involving the entire congregation in the responsibilities of our common life together. Here are a few ways to get more involved in the ministries of the church.

Corporate Worship on Sunday Nights
A lot happens on Sunday nights as we gather together for worship. We need help in every aspect of the service, including:

Info table, ushers, lay readers, chalice bearers, care for the Lord’s Table, hospitality, & cleanup: please email Whitney at wporter (at) rezchurch.org
Children’s Ministry: please email children(at)rezchurch.org
Music and Tech: please email Paul at info(at)rezchurch.org

Prayer
including corporate gatherings, prayer ministry before & during worship services, and other opportunities: please email prayer(at)rezchurch.org

Explore the Church…
Newcomers’ Dinners: These monthly dinners are a chance to get to know the pastors, their families, and the church (history and vision) more in depth. To attend or serve, please email Sarah at info(at)rezchurch.org

Mission…

We long to share the good news and love of Jesus through word and deed in all areas of our lives.

…In Our Workplace
Lunchtime Talks (www.lunchtimetalks.org):  A series of talks about the basic claims of the Christian faith. We encourage you to invite friends who don’t know Christ to participate.  Lunch provided. Please email Jake at janderson(at)rezchurch.org

…In Our City
Urban Mission Council: We desire to faithfully serve the poor and marginalized of Washington, DC, by coming alongside existing mercy and justice ministries in this city, as well as initiating new works. Please email Wendell at wkimbrough(at)rezchurch.org

…Around the World
International Missions Group
We aim to facilitate the sharing of the Gospel in a cross-cultural context, support members of our congregation who have a passion for international service, and care for the envoys who have been sent overseas by theResurrection family of churches.  Please e-mail John Hart at info(at)rezchurch.org.

Rwanda Group
We collaborate in ministry through a dynamic partnership with our sister church in Nyagatare, Rwanda.  Please e-mail John at info(at)rezchurch.org.

Religious Freedom Group
A fellowship of advocates and academics who share a passion for serving the persecuted church.  Please e-mail RFC(at)rezchurch.org.

Community in Our Homes…
Embracing our adoption as sons and daughters in the Lord, we strive to live faithfully as a family.

Resurrection Groups are intended to strengthen us as disciples of Jesus and to enhance our participation in Jesus’ mission to the world. They are essential to the life of our community, and consist of worship, Biblical teaching, prayer, mission, and fellowship. To join one, please email Whitney at wporter(at)rezchurch.org

Rez Moms meets bi-weekly to foster community among mothers.  Childcare provided on-site.  Please email info(at)rezchurch.org

Moving Team literally carries one another’s burdens.  For help with a move, or to lend a hand, please email rezmovingteam@gmail.com

Meals Ministry provides a flurry of homemade meals in the midst of major life changes: new babies, illness, loss of a loved one.  To participate, please email Julie and Amanda at info(at)rezchurch.org