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.
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)
May 12, 2026 - 6-8 PM
June 15, 2026 - 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.
