volunteer opportunities
sign up for an event, or help out around the office.
For general volunteer opportunities around the Knox United Church office, email office@kxcalgary.com
Please click on the web link under the event you are able to volunteer for to go to the signup sheet. To sign up, just follow the instructions on the page. It only takes a few seconds to do.
Thank you for volunteering!
Sunday Ambassador
Living into our value of being an Open Space and Vibrant Place, where Sacred Connections happen, we're looking for volunteers to be a loving presence on Sundays, and to help facilitate a positive worship experience. Being a part of a busy downtown church, with a diverse community coming through our doors; we are looking for a couple volunteers each Sunday, empowered to connect with our vulnerable community members. Further training and resources are available, but previous training and experience with outreach and vulnerable populations is helpful. Sign up through our weekly email or on the sign-up sheet at the Welcome Table, and for more information reach out to Keith kmurray@kxcalgary.com.
Sunday Morning Greeters
We are looking for people who would like to assist as greeters for Sunday morning services.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A49ACAB2BA0F4CF8-52149300-sunday#/
Kitchen Cleanup
Our monthly potlucks are a wonderful time to connect and share as a community—and we need your help to keep them running smoothly!
We’re looking for volunteers to assist with clean-up duties after our potluck gatherings. Tasks include clearing tables, washing dishes, and tidying up the space. Many hands make light work, and your help ensures these events remain a joyful and stress-free experience for everyone.
Sign up to help at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A49ACAB2BA0F4CF8-54318226-kitchen
Sanctuary Hosts
We want to rebuild our presence as a church in downtown Calgary by opening the sanctuary and labyrinth for those seeking a quiet space during the week. We’re looking for volunteer hosts who can open the 6th Avenue doors and stay to greet visitors for a couple of hours (schedule TBD). We’re initially targeting Tuesday at lunchtime but would appreciate volunteer hosts any weekday between 10 am and 2 pm. This is an important and rewarding way to engage in the life and work of our church. If you would like to inquire about this project, contact Doug Chandler (dchandler1@shaw.ca) or email the church office (office@kxcalgary.com).
Potluck Hosts
Our monthly potlucks are a cherished time for connection and community, and we’re seeking hosts to help make these gatherings even more special!
As a host, you’ll assist with setting up the space, organizing dishes as they arrive, and ensuring everything runs smoothly during the meal. It’s a great way to contribute while getting to know others in our community.
If you’re interested in hosting an upcoming potluck sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A49ACAB2BA0F4CF8-54317993-potluck
Opportunity Knox
The primary role of Opportunity Knox (OK) is to ensure there is an open and transparent process for filling vacant volunteer leadership positions. We strive to provide applicants with knowledge of the position and to match skills and interests with available opportunities. The positions most likely to fall under the OK mandate are those requiring congregational approval, such as Council members, Trustees and leadership positions including Committee/Team Chairs.
Knox is looking for leaders to advance and evolve the mission of the church.
Council Secretary. This person is an active part of the Council and helps keep them organized by taking and keeping minutes and overseeing the official correspondence of the church. On average this position requires a volunteer commitment of approximately 5 hours per month.
Trustee. Knox Trustees are responsible for holding in trust and managing Knox Church properties and funds related to those properties. If you have an interest in investments and/or real estate management and would like to be included in a longer-term vision for the sustainability of our historic building, please consider joining this team. The term is 4 years with a time commitment for quarterly meetings and extra time as needs arise. You must also be a member of Knox or willing to become a member.
Grants Team Lead and Members. These are new positions under the direction of Council. These individuals will research and write applications for grants identified by Council to support the Vision and Values of Knox. These positions require a variable but not onerous time commitment and do not require membership at Knox.
Member of Ministry and Personnel. M&P members work to support, nurture and oversee the Knox staff to bring out their best. As members of Knox, they are the stewards of the relationship between the congregation and the staff. On average they anticipate a volunteer commitment of 5 hours per month. Life experience with staff relations, organizational skills, creative problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills are optimal.