Volunteer Updates & Opportunities

Take Our Going Deeper (Adult Groups) Survey!

Deadline: Next Thursday, August 13

Help shape the next season of Going Deeper! Were you part of a Going Deeper group during the 2025–2026 season? We’d love to hear your feedback! As we prepare for a new year beginning soon, your thoughts will help us build an even better experience for everyone. Please take a few minutes to complete our survey.

Volunteer with the Aesthetics Committee!

Monday, August 24 | 1 - 4 pm & 6 - 9 pm

We need your help with a super secret Aesthetics Committee project on Monday, August 24. This is a perfect volunteer opportunity for you if you're passionate about making our physical spaces beautiful, clean, and welcoming! There are two different types of volunteer opportunities on Monday, August 24: one is somewhat physically demanding, and the other is not. Click below to learn more & sign up!

Greet, Usher, or Host Our Sunday Services!

Every Sunday

Greeters: This is a great way to show your Common Flame pride! Greet folks & answer questions as they come in.

Ushers: Open/close sanctuary doors, pass offertory baskets, count money & people. Read about Jess Hendrickson's experience as an usher here!

Remember, you can sign up weeks in advance if you would like. You'll get a reminder email a couple of days before your volunteer days!

Volunteer at our Annual Community Picnic

Sunday, August 23 | 11 am - 3 pm

This year we are celebrating our new name and the picnic is going to be EPIC! Let's all work together to make the day great. There's plenty of opportunities for all who would like to help: from setting up & cleaning up, to helping with food and our watermelon eating contest.

Give Blood to Red Cross! Host Needed

Friday, August 21 | 1 - 6 pm (appointments) & 12:45 - 2:15 pm (volunteer host opportunity)

Reserve your time slot to donate blood with Red Cross, and help keep the supply afloat. Clicking the button below will bring you straight to our sign up page. Should you be asked for a sponsor code, use code CFUU. Bring a photo ID, your blood donor card, or two other forms of ID to your appointment. If you are interested in hosting (welcoming donors and checking them in) from 12:45 to 2:15 on Friday, August 21, please email Carol Wilsey.

Volunteer at the Abundant Harvest Table!

Every Sunday

Harvest Table is powered by a small group of dedicated folks, many in their 70s, who do a lot to keep it going. If you’re able, signing up is a simple way to share the load and support the people who support all of us.

2026 Holiday Market Helpers

December 4-5 & earlier this Fall (exact dates & times TBD)

The countdown to the Holiday Market has officially begun! We're looking for a few merry and creative folx to join our planning team. If you enjoy event planning, thinking outside the box, working with others, and making joyful things happen, we'd love to have you on board. We also ask that you're available to help during the Holiday Market itself, on December 4 & 5. If you're interested or want more information, please let Emily know!

Join Our A/V (Audio/Visual) Team!

Varying Schedule

Tech-savvy folks, here is an opportunity for you to volunteer your time and skills: learn how to run our live stream equipment and help our events & services run smoothly for online viewers! Sunday availability is required, and occasional weekday/weeknight availability a plus. Interested? Send an email to Dr. Baker Purdon.

Donate Personal Care Items to Community Table!

Sundays, August 2 - August 23 (after services)

The Women's Group will be collecting personal hygiene items for Community Table, an Arvada nonprofit serving families in need. Needs: tampons, pads, bar soap, body wash, razors, laundry soap, deodorant, lotion, sunscreen, and bandaids. Sample or hotel sizes are useful. Gather your items now to donate this August!