Serve Local
Led by Rachele Gilmore, our Director of Community Life, our serving ministries move from "hand out" programs, through "hands on" ministry, into "hand-in-hand" relationships. When we embrace friendship and mutuality over transaction - especially with those unlike ourselves - God transforms lives, heals brokenness, and opens our eyes to the beauty around us. Discover some of the ways we Hand Out, puts Hands On, and seek to be Hand-in-Hand!
If you want more information on how to get involved, email Rachele, or if you want to receive our weekly outreach newsletter The Roots & Rays Rundown, click on the corresponding button below.
Roots & Rays Service Challenge
Our Service Challenge is a month long calendar of events dedicated to serving our community in as many ways as possible. The Service Challenge takes place during Lent annually, and is a great way to explore new areas of ministry and give back to your neighbors. See the 2026 brochure below.
The Starting Line
The Starting Line is a Red Clay initiative, in partnership with Friendship House of Delaware, that provides new and gently used sports equipment, clothing, and shoes to local children. Through partnerships with local schools and community organizations, The Starting Line helps remove barriers to participation in athletics and gives every child a chance to play, grow, and thrive.
Next Equipment Drive: Sunday, September 20
Drop-off in the lower parking lot after church
For a list of needed equipment, click below.
Food Bank of Delaware
We have a regular volunteer session at the Newark Campus. Register through the Volunteer Hub to serve. Questions? Email Lois Galinat at
Volunteer Sessions (Newark Volunteer Room)
September 17, 2026, 6-8 PM
October 19, 2026, 1-3 PM
November 12, 6-8 PM
December 10, 1-3 PM
Location: 222 Lake Drive, Newark, DE 19702
Friendship House
Friendship House of Delaware offers practical support and community for neighbors experiencing homelessness or food insecurity. Here are a few ways to get involved through our church.
Monthly Meal for Epiphany House: Sign up to make a meal and/or deliver it to Epiphany House (monthly).
Clothing Bank: You can also drop off clothing for the Friendship House Clothing Bank in Founders Hall at any time.
Meeting Ground
Founded in 1981, Meeting Ground is a nonprofit organization designed to respond to the needs of unsheltered in Cecil County, Maryland and surrounding areas.
Here are the ways to get involved through our church:
Seasonal Collections: We hold seasonal collections for items that are in high demand for Meeting Ground clients.
