Music Ministries
CHILDREN'S CHOIR - The Stonybrook Kids of the Kingdom choir (K-5th grade) provides the opportunity to sing, have fun and explore musical and spiritual concepts at the same time. We meet on Wednesdays during the school year at 6:00 pm for ½ hour. We sing approximately once a month at the 9:30 am service and often participate in special events. Come join us!
Contact: Christina Cebriak at cebriak@yahoo.com
Chancel Choir - Meets Wednesdays at 7:30 pm late August through May. Called Stonybrook's largest small group, the Chancel Choir plays an integral role in learning, singing and traditional worship at the 8:00 am and the 9:30 am celebrations.
Contact: Greg Miller at greg.miller@stonybrook.church
Praise Band - Leading our 11:00 am worship with a modern approach and contemporary music.
Contact: Garrett Keener, Contemporary Music Director garrett.keener@stonybrook.church
Sanctuary Bell Choir - Offers musical and fellowship experiences for anyone, in both traditional and contemporary celebrations.
Contact: Laurie Adler at adler92@aol.com
Children’s Ministries
INFANT MINISTRY - Join a team of caring adults to watch over our smallest children during the 9:30 am and 11:00 am worship services as well as for group meetings and special events taking place in the church. Two adults are required for each service, and requires a time commitment of up to 1.5 hours.
STONYBROOK KIDS - Servants have a rewarding opportunity to lead children in an interactive Bible lesson that is relevant, engaging and fun. All materials will be provided. Each Sunday requires 1.5 hours in the classroom. Leaders should prep by reading and praying over the lesson in advance. Classes available: Wee Walkers (2-3 years), Preschool (3-5 years), and School Age (K- Grade 4).
SUNDAY MORNING CHECK-IN - Assist with our secure check-in at the child care entrances during the 9:30 and 11:00 am services. You'll use a simple system that provides identification for each child. This requires a time commitment of 30 minutes on Sunday morning.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL/VBS - VBS is held for one week in the summer, open to all children ages preschool-4th grade. Older youth are encouraged to help as assistant teachers. Teachers and classroom assistants are needed, as well as help with registration, music, crafts, games, story time, and child care for the littlest ones.
For more information email: children@stonybrook.church
YOUTH MINISTRY
SUNDAY MORNING 9:30AM BIBLE STUDY
SUNDAY AFTERNOON YOUTH PROGRAM - 4:00-6:00 pm- Weekly worship, small group and relationship-building time.
YOUTH MISSIONS - We are always looking for youth and adult servants to assist in identifying and planning mission opportunities for our students. Please contact us for more information on how to get involved.
Contact: Jason Sheldon, Director of Youth Ministries at Jason.sheldon@stonybrook.church
HOSPITALITY MINISTRY
The hospitality ministry team provides a warm and inviting environment for all. This ministry is open to those who have a heart for welcoming others, helping people feel at home, and connected to one another. For more information, contact Hospitality Coordinator Erin Southern, ebin614@aol.com.
Communion Stewards and Servers
Holy Communion is served monthly at the 8:00 am and 9:30 am worship services, and weekly at the 11:00 am worship service. This team prepares the elements for Holy Communion. Additionally, team members serve the communion elements during the worship service. Contact: Pastor David Hoffman at david.hoffman@stonybrook.church.
Offering Counters
The Offering Counters provide valuable support to the financial well-being of Stonybrook Church. Counters are a necessary component of each service by collecting and tabulating the financial offerings. At least two counters are needed for each week. Contact: Steve Cremean at cremean@columbus.rr.com.
Ushers
Ushers provide bulletins, greet people, and assist as needed. They pass the offering plate during worship and help with the communion procession. After the service, ushers tidy the sanctuary. 08:00 a.m. worship - Contact: the church office at 614.471.0252 or email info@stonybrook.church. 09:30 a.m. worship- Contact: Nancy Mangini at nmangini810@gmail.com. 11:00 a.m. worship – Contact: Jonette Emery at twnzmom98@gmail.com. Special Events – Contact: Liz Dillon at lizdillon345@gmail.com.
Greeters
Greeters are the first friendly faces to meet and welcome people who enter the building for services and special events. The greeters are available to answer questions, lend guidance, and give direction when needed. Greeters serve at the 8:00 am, 9:30 am, and 11:00 am worship services, as well as special events. Contact: Erin Southern at ebin614@aol.com.
Welcome Center
Welcome Center hosts work at the Welcome Center desk in the lobby of the church. These individuals answer questions, give directions, and help people feel comfortable and informed. Contact: Erin Southern at ebin614@aol.com.
Coffee Ministry
The coffee ministry offers beverages and snacks in Wesley Cafe between worship services. This team provides hospitality for those who have gathered for fellowship before or after one of the Sunday worship services. Teams of two serve quarterly, and there is always a need for extra hands. Please consider joining this important ministry to help prepare and serve. Contact: Mary Alice Wentzel at maryalice_w@me.com.
Online Worship Hosts
Online worship hosts are responsible for greeting and welcoming worshippers on Facebook and YouTube as the worship service is live-streamed (9:30 am and 11 am). Hosts will offer greetings, interact with worshippers, and post links as directed by church staff. The online worship host can fulfill this role in any location – at home, away, or even while worshipping in the sanctuary or Wesley Hall! Contact Erin Southern @ ebin614@aol.com.
PRODUCTION MINISTRY
The production ministry at Stonybrook utilizes lighting, sound, and screen graphics to enhance and amplify the mission of the church. This ministry supports worship, weddings, funerals, and events through live in-house production and live streaming production. There are a variety of opportunities to serve with little to no knowledge or experience required. Contact: Garrett Keener at garrett.keener@stonybrook.church.
Selects the on-screen graphics from a cue sheet during worship and occasional events. Positions are available for the 8:00 am, 9:30 am, and 11:00 am services. No prior knowledge or experience is required for this position.
Lighting Operator
Lighting operators select lighting scenes from a cue sheet during worship. Positions are available for the 11:00 am worship service. No prior knowledge or experience is required for this position. Contact: Garrett Keener at garrett.keener@stonybrook.church.
Assistant Sound Technician
Assistant Sound Technicians work closely with the Sound Technician to prepare, test, and operate sound equipment for services and occasional events. Positions are available for the 8:00 am, 9:30 am, and 11:00 am worship services. No prior knowledge or experience is required for this position.
Camera Operator
Camera Operators run cameras on Sunday mornings and occasional events for the live streaming ministry. Camera operators serve every other week at either the 9:30 am or 11:00 am service. No experience is necessary.
Broadcast Audio Engineer
The Broadcast Audio Engineer is one who has sharp ears to mix the live-streamed worship services. Audio engineers serve every other week at either the 9:30 am or 11:00 am service. Minimal experience in either music or audio mixing (live or studio) is recommended.
Assistant Technical Director
Assistant Technical Directors serve on Sunday mornings by running the video switcher under the direction of the Technical Director for the live-streamed worship services. Experience in Stonybrook's Broadcast Ministry is required, and training is available.
Visual Display Team
The Visual Display Team works with the pastoral staff to design and implement the theme and liturgical elements for the traditional worship services. Fabric, floral, and decorative arts are combined to create a visual setting to enhance the total worship experience. Contact: Pastor David Hoffman at david.hoffman@stonybrook.church.