Floris United Methodist Church

Opportunities to Serve Our Local Community

Since Floris opened its doors in 1891, it’s been at the heart of the community.  This remains true today.  Being central in our community and creating community is core to our identity.  Outreach Ministries enlivens us and enlivens those around us.  Outreach is one means for us to serve God, grow in our faith, and transform lives in our local community.  

Here are a few Ministries where you can continue the Floris tradition of being at the heart of the community and displaying your servant’s heart; where you can be a blessing and, in turn, you will be blessed in ways that you cannot even imagine.

Below are descriptions of on-going volunteer opportunities to servce our local community.  If you are interested in any, please select the checkbox next to the description.  If you have any questions, please contact Cynthia Lopynski at clopynski@florisumc.org.

 Bus Driver - Provide transportation to and from church building for Grace Ministry clients the first Saturday of the month, for Saturday evening Latino Ministry or for Older Adults to attend Sunday morning services.  3 hours.

 The Closet Volunteer - Help process inventory at local thrift shop in downtown Herndon, haul recylcables, do minor repair work or even polish silver. A few hours once a month.  Click here for more information.

  Embry Rucker Meal Program - Help make and serve breakfast at the Embry Rucker Shelter in Reston on the third Saturday of each month.  (Volunteers must be 18 or older).

 English as  Second Language Volunteer -  Teach or Assist in teaching english or help administratively by buying supplies and contacting substitutes. 1 -2  hours a week.  Click here for more information.

 FACETS Volunteer - Help prepare and/or deliver food for Fairfax Area Christian Emergency and Transitional Services (FACETS). First Tuesday of the month; later afternoon and/or early evening.

 Just Neighbors Clinic Volunteer - Help with check-in, make copies, organize and file paperwork, or be a translator. 2-3 hours on a Saturday morning.

 Grace Ministries Volunteer - Help with set up and or distribution of clothing and food, assist clients, purchase food and diapers, help administrativel. 3-4 hours a month.  Click here for more information.

 Gulf Coast UMVIM Team Member - Travel to US Gulf Coast to rebuild homes damaged by Hurricane Katrina (United Methodist Volunteers in Mission). 8-day trip.

 Hearts and Hammers Volunteer - Assist with repairs for elderly who chose to age in place. 2-3 hours as needed.

 Helping Children Worldwide Volunteer - Help plan a development strategy for HWC and its programs.  5-7 hours a month.  Click here for more information.

 Hutchison Care Project Volunteer - Volunteer in the classroom, libary or lunch room of local elementary school (Hutchison Elementary in Herndon); provide adminstrative support or help with one time events such as a Book Sale or Clothing Drive. varies 1-2 hours a week.  Click here for more information.

 Neighbors United Homework Tutor - Help with homework after school.  Grades 1-8 at Herndon Resource center.  1.5 sessions (1-4 days a week).  Click here for more information.

 So Others Might Eat(SOME), Provide A Meal (PAM) Program —Help make and serve breakfast for over 400 of DC’s homeless at SOME’s kitchen in Washington, DC.  Occurs the third Saturday of every month.  Volunteers must be 16 or older to volunteer in the kitchen.

 Spanish Translator/Interpreter - Translate and interpret for Spanish-speaking clients seeking help with immigration legal matters. Thursdays during the day, 1-2 hours month.