When I first started a church in Nashville I had people repeatedly tell me that local artists, especially Christian artists, would be too stuck up to ever serve inside the church. People said, “They might attend from time to time but they’re too busy doing their own thing to contribute to the church.”
I’ve got to say in the seven years of Cross Point I’ve never found something to be so untrue in my life. We have artists that pull back into Nashville at 5:00 a.m. on a tour bus and step off the bus and come straight to Cross Point to volunteer playing on our stage for 4 services! We used to have a drummer who had a hard time getting up early enough for rehearsal so he would sleep in his car outside the church on Saturday night so we could wake him up on Sunday morning. Now that’s dedication.
Just last week I walked out into the lobby to find one of our artist (whose name everyone would know) folding programs and helping us address envelopes for a mailing.
The artists in Nashville whether they be musicians, songwriters, or vocalist have been instrumental in what God has done here over the years. They’ve contributed in so many unique and memorable ways.
I bring all of this up because two of my great friends from Cross Point Todd Smith and Alan Hall are the founding members of Selah and they’re celebrating their 10 year anniversary and have a new CD that comes out today.
They have to be the most humble, down to earth guys I’ve ever met and I’m so proud of the way God is using them. They’ve sold over 2.5-million-albums and have won the Dove Award for “Inspirational Album of the Year” four stinking times.
To celebrate the release of “You Deliver Me” I’m going to give away 5 copies of their new CD today.
Just leave me a comment telling me where you serve in your local church and I’ll select 5 random winners.
I have been the Pastor @ Kimberly UMC for two months now. I went from a church that ran about 40-50 to a church that runs 127. Big change big difference. Still the same God.
I don’t need the CD (I pre-ordered it on iTunes) but I love my church and love serving with all amazing people in small groups and Kids World, especially Emma who is my buddy!
She’s 3 and my buddy! And Brewer who asked to pick music off my iPhone this week so he could dance and one of the best at sharing. So, Pete, you and Brandi have done an amazing job!
Prayer ministry. Serving Saturday – hands down one of my favorite days of the year.
I run the website. It’s not much now, but once school starts and I have better programs at my fingertips, it will be better.
I also serve the Church (not just the churches I attend but the Church as a whole) by going out and serving others through various ministries and outreaches.
.-= susan´s last blog ..Camp. =-.
I started reading Angie’s blog a couple of years ago and found myself wanting a closer relationship with God that she was so willing to put out there. Her and Todd are such amazing people. I really strive to love God like they do.
Because of reading the story of Audrey, I have joined a church and LOVE going. I actually look forward to Sundays!! Anyway, I have signed on as a Sunday school teacher for the pre-k room and also as the Christmas Program Director. I’ll definately need God to help me with that one!
In the worship ministry, I sing & put the Easy Worship together.
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I serve by working with the youth in our church. And by simply helping out when the need arises.. setting up or putting away chairs or providing snacks for after the service. Sometimes we just have to say.. “Hey, do you need a hand with that?”
I’m on the board of a church where the Sr. Pastor seems nice to everyone but in reality is a tyrant.
I deserve a break.
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I press the “record” button in the sound booth. I know, not a very glamorous structured volunteer job! I also enjoy taking photos but I’m not sure that’s considered a ministry.
.-= Torybee´s last blog ..Falling For Fall =-.
Dang, you guys are some serving fools!
I serve as a greeter and I work with the bed babies at Cleaview Baptist. I’d love a CD.
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I help lead worship with my husband and we teach Sunday school for 6-11 year olds. Pick me please!
Hey Pete!
I a regular volunteer in the Nursery. And my husband plays on the worship team every week…and while most people don’t consider that part of my ministry…I do because I often stay home with sick kids, miss service, etc. so he is always able to go! Thanks for your blog.
I have been involved with women’s ministries for several years. I have taken a break, but am helping with an upcoming event this fall. I was very committed for years. My husband has been the Awana game director for years and is now heading up men’s ministries. With so many meetings and events, I have chosed to let support my husband right now and be home with the kids. With both of us on varous committees, it seemed like there was something almost every night on the calendar. Needed to ack off for more family time.
Wow – after reading my last entry I have decided to also back off the cold medicine. I must be foggy or something – I am usually not that rambly!
I work in our church’s toddler room…love those little ones!
.-= Whitney Benson´s last blog ..Just For Fun =-.
I serve by working at fundraisers, making food for fundraisers, and spreading the news about functions going on at our church. I also support our kids as they serve in various capacities.
Selah’s my number one favorite group. Yay for you for sharing their gift with people!
I would love to get a CD. Kids Ministry is my thing!
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11th grade Bible study…
Pick me! Pick me! haha
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I SERVE IN MY LOCAL CHURCH BY TEACHING SUNDAY SCHOOL, CHILDRENS CHURCH, BIBLE SCHOOL, ONE OF THE VISITION TEAMS, AND ASSISTANT CLERK.
I serve as the ‘secretary’ of sorts for our sunday school class. i send out the weekly newsletter to our class and plan/organize our outreach and in reach events and such.
.-= Amy N´s last blog ..Market, Paintings, Piano, & Curious Kitty =-.
I serve at Crosspoint Dickson in Kid’s World behind the scenes with the cirriculum.
i serve in the youth group program called LUG in our church, Grace Fellowship in Snellville Georgia.
we have about 800 middle school kids come each week & about 200 highschoolers that volunteer to lead teh small groups!
its awesome!!
Hey Pete – I attend Grace Community Church in clarksville (we’re neighbors – well, close enough). I SERVE on the welcoming committee each Sunday. (Still waiting on my “spoons” instructions!!)
.-= Lori Graham´s last blog ..Look what I won this week!!! =-.
I serve on steering for our women’s ministry “Girlfriends Connected” at Connection Church in Canton, MI. I also help Laban Ministries with their annual banquets!
If I listed all the places I serve you would have to give one to me just for having the most
But I wont do that because I feel so greatful Just to say I KNOW Todd. A stong tie goes between KIDSTUFF that I LOVE to Media that I love as well, even though I probably mess up the most there 
Im blessed to be apart of a great church!!!
.-= jessica´s last blog ..A Great Big Gift =-.
This is interesting as I had to list all of the areas of ministry that I have served in on the application for leadership for our new life groups just yesterday! I ran tv camera at one ministry, I served 10 years with the children between the nursery on Sundays and teaching the 4-6 yr old group on Wed. nights, I help organize our yearly Women’s Conference, I substitute teach for a sunday school class occasionally, I sang in the choir when we had one, I presently sing on the Praise Team, and I do a lot of cooking for church dinners. It’s awesome to serve God! I vote that you send one to the guy in the UK.
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I love working with the students in our youth ministry (I’m a youth pastor’s wife- yeah!) I also teach in our children’s church program.
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I serve as a youth Sunday School teacher.
Thanks for sharing about these volunteers; it’s always an encouragement to hear about people’s dedication to our Lord.
For around 12 yrs I worked mid week or on Sundays with 5th & 6th graders. But then a couple of yrs ago the Lord opened doors for me to work with Women’s ministries in our local church in Wrightwood, CA. It’s cool ‘cuz I get to facilitate a bible study in my home for women by whom I am so blessed each week, have an opportunity to help pick out the curriculum we’ll be using throughout the year, and lots of opportunities to serve the women in our church behind the scenes are always arising.
.-= Tracy´s last blog ..Incompetence can be the beginning of freedom =-.
I serve in the nursery at my church once a month or if needed for special events.
I love Selah!
I’m involved in the student ministries at my church, mostly working with high school kids, and I also serve once a month in the nursery with the babies.
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Pete,
Funny, I was just in my local Christian bookstore today. Saw the CD, picked it up, looked at it & put it back down. (No funds) Didn’t realize it was just released today. Would love to win a Selah CD.
I serve in my church in the 4-5 year old class. We call it Lil’K. It is a rotating position.
I serve on the praise team every week behind the scenes doing projection for the song lyrics and responsive readings. Also help another church down the road with their Food Bank team. And I love Selah! Thanks to all of your commenters – that’s a lot of service!
.-= Candy´s last blog ..Strawberry Sunflower Fields Forever =-.
Wow, you are getting commenters out of the woodwork with this one
I serve in my local church (yay, Bridge Community Church!) by writing the bulletin every week. I also write and print various and sundry inserts, brochures, and flyers. I make sure that sign ups get done if necessary too.
And since my sis and her hubby are our pastors, I pray extra much
for the pastor and his family. And babysit my awesome nieces and nephew whenever I can. And I let them use my pool for free 
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I got really dizzy scrolling down. Even stopped off for lunch
I serve any way my pastor needs me…filling in ministering while he is away, working in the flowerbeds, etc. it’s all beautiful
I’ve just gotten settled into my new church…like, I went to the Discover class tonight!
I’m excited about officially joining on Sunday and getting involved as a youth volunteer in the next few weeks.
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My husband and I serve at FBC Woodstock..he teaches 8th grade boys and I fill help cook for guests.We have taught our children the importance of serving also..Lindsey 15 teaches 6th grade girls, Marshall 13 volunteers yo feed the homeless with his daddy, Emily 12is on student leadership and Benjamin 9 is a greeter.
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I serve in the Hope Restored Ministry at our church which is working with widows from the church and also the community.
Thanks so much!!
Abi Byrd
I serve in the nursery, leading worship for our house church, lead worship for local house of prayer, doing graphics, cleaning, pretty much whatever I’m asked to do… I do. I’m not a real important part… but I try to help.
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I sing on our Praise & Worship team, run VBS, Help on the Ladies Ministry team, and fill in whenever they are in need in the children’s ministry.
.-= Annabelle´s last blog ..Another late night =-.
Hi Pete…. I don’t know when or how I found your blog, it may have been through the Smiths??? But I have been checking in on a regular basis. I am excited to be visiting the greater “Nashville” area in sept for a conference and have had it on the calendar to arrive a day early so that I may enjoy a morning of celebration and worship with you all down there. Here in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, the lakes are a bit calmer, the trees considering changing and God is moving in the hearts of people. I currently serve with our global missions team, and love that your church has a heart to reach the world too!! blessings – mlj
Hey Pete, I have worked with our youth group for the past 16 years. Just recently I was asked to be an elder and I was elected onto the Board of Counsel which is a counsel to the pastor.
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I am currently taking a break from serving behind the soundboard. I miss it, but there is healing that needs to happen and I need to make sure I’m healthy enough to help lead the services.
Selah’s talent is incredible, loved them since the beginning, and maybe more so because I feel a kinship with them. I was born in Kinshasa, Zaire, Africa, and their grandfather started a school there. They also sing a song in the local language, Kituba, which I was able to read the words to my dad and he understood me.
Give them a hearty “Mbote” the next time you see them from a fellow Zairean. (Pronounced: mm-boat-a)
I’m the small group coordinator at my church.
In our Celebrate Recovery Ministry!
.-= Alison´s last blog ..God’s Message to Me and You =-.
I serve as a Sunday School teacher for 1st and 2nd graders (and never thought I could do it, but have come to love it!) and on our Outreach Committee. My two little girls love listening to Selah with me as we cook dinner together. We would love to have their newest!
I serve on the Praise and Worship Team/ Choir at my church for 12 years.
My son is now a praise and worship leader. I would like to share a praise report as well with you. I will send it to your email address.
Thanks Jackie. Love reading those kind of things.
.-= pete wilson´s last blog ..Artist Get A Bad Rap =-.
I too dont have a church home. I would love to go to church but it is difficult for my family I have a disabled baby and my 9 year old has asbergers with some tantrums issues. so our church is watching ALL veggie tale movies and on the occasion I watch joel olsteen. I wish I lived closer to your church I might try it. Its just had on us right now to go to church. but we love god and pray everyday.
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Selah rocks and I absolutely love their music. In face I just ordered two of their back up CD’s to work on. WOW! To worship with them would be such an honor. And all the work they do for missions. What an inspiration!
I serve in our praise band on keyboard and vocals. I also have a passion for doing the food for our many kitchen ministries as well as working the crafts for our Bible school. We’ve got a great church to serve in and everyone is super appreciative of whatever it is that you do share.
~kate
.-= Katy´s last blog ..When eating mashed potatoes =-.
Women’s Ministry, bay be! WOOHOO!
.-= Tonya´s last blog ..It’s the little things… =-.
I just recently quick my job to voluteer at my church full time. During this time I felt it so important to get the mesage of the Love of Jesus outside the walls of the church. I focus my time promoting programs we offer to the community and and local highschools. I am also very invovled in developing with our leaders several outreach events trying to help the church look more inviting to those searching for hope during these dark times.
I love doing the Dickson praise and worship team thing (guitar/bass/occasional band leader). I’m still doing prison ministry concerts although they’ve cut back a bit on those so I’m doing guitar seminars and particiapte in Friday bible studies out there. Gearing up to be a small group leader on this round and Mens Fraternity speaker. I love the “it’s not about us” perspective at Crosspoint amd what’s offered in opportunities to serve.
I’m a nursery volunteer! Love those babies!
My Husband and I volunteer in our Nursery and we also rotate with others for Childrens Church!!!
Hi Pete,
I serve in our Quilts of Prayer ministry.
I have served in a lot of areas in church, but in this season it is so wonderful to be able to lay hands on a quilt that one of us has made praying that the recipient would feel the love of Christ when they receive their quilt.
Blessings,
Donna
I serve in the food ministry group delivering food to families in our community that are going through a difficult time. With our schedules I simply do not have alot of time to serve in other areas right now and this is perfect for me to be able to reach out and help someone in need. I plan to join the Kidsworld team very soon.
leading kids worship for k-2 graders every sunday.
My wife and I are the Directors of our Young Marrieds class. I serve as an adult leader for our college ministry, serve on the worhip team and just recently served on our Pastor Search Committee. God is good!
.-= Jeremy Walker´s last blog ..Every Season – Tuesday Tunes =-.
I serve as a Host Team member every Sunday greeting folks and showing them around.
.-= Randi´s last blog ..Duke =-.
I’m crazy late, because our computer packed up, but I hope I can still be in the running!
I lead worship, and, along with my husband, co-ordinate the worship team.
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I serve as our Children’s Director at our church! It is so great to be a part of teaching kids God’s Word. Your blog is great! Thanks!Emily
I sing in the church choir, serve on the Recreation committee and rotate caring for the 3-year olds during Sunday a.m. service. God is good all the time!
If you’d let me rave real quick, I just want to express how impressed I am with the amount of devotion and servant-hearts you guys have up at CP Nashville. I don’t think I’ve ever been to a place where the humble spirit of Jesus was more evident. When I visited you guys’ offices, I was taken aback at how welcoming and real all of the pastors and staff were. God is doing something big in Nashville, Dickson, Hendersonville, and Soon to be Bellevue as well. I’m so excited to see what’s to come.
BTW- You’d like my new blog post
http://theriverjordan.net/jesus-made-easy
J
.-= Jordan´s last blog ..Jesus Made Easy? =-.
wow…look at all the people who comment when there’s a prize. i loved reading through these though. especially those that realized they are serving even if it’s not within the traditional church walls.
since my illness i’ve had to give up all the different roles i held at church. BUT i am still serving THE CHURCH through my blog, online bible studies and raising up my teens.
.-= sheryl´s last blog ..Housekeeping =-.
It seems that Cross Point utilizes peoples gifts well. Musicians playing music at church makes sense. Of course you mentioned the one who was folding programs which is usually reserved for the 80 year old women in the church.
Really awesome that these christian celebs are willing to serve in church.
nursery and preschool ministry as a teacher with my wife!
We have had a hard time finding a church that felt like home since moving, but when we do I look forward to working with the High school kids. They are such a blast!
.-= Rachel´s last blog ..When Things Don’t Go As Planned =-.
I serve in the media booth running the screens of song lyrics and sermon notes during various services!
I minister in the children’s department doing a variety of things – depending on the needs.
Well, I’m probably the last one on this thread and the Cd’s are long gone but that’s ok. I’ve been so blessed reading about all the ways God’s people are serving Him in their local churches!
I do a bunch of odd jobs. I critique the ladies’ singing group (the BEST job in the church!), lead a ladies’ Bible study, duplicate sermon tapes and CD’s, assist the treasurer with the checkbook and reports, pick up yard trash and pull weeds.
@Harold- I would LOVE to see that tap dancing team!
@Torybee- if you didn’t push the record button, folks like me would have nothing to duplicate and send to those who cannot attend or who have no church nearby. Keep up the good work!
It’s not how big the job is or how important it seems but rather how faithful we are in completing the tasks that God has assigned us in this season of our lives.
.-= Pearl´s last blog ..What is God Preparing? =-.
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