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Gathering of Light’s Volunteer Opportunities

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If you have decided to join the Gathering of Light Volunteer Corp:

Congratulations, thank you, and be prepared to have fun and feel good about your efforts!

Your dedication ensures that the unique, truly inclusive ministry work GOL does — for fellow members and guests, and the Long Island Community — will continue to spread uplifting service and spiritual joy.

Not sure yet what you might like to do?

That’s what this section is for...there are lots and lots of great things to get involved in!

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How can I volunteer?

Talk to any of the leaders or other volunteers after a service, shoot out an email to gatheringoflights.org, or call 631-455-3471 and let us know what you’d like to do! What are your skills and interests?

We have so many wonderful things you can help with, some just a few minutes once a week, some other things tasks are concentrated in a season, and there are leadership roles you might be perfect for.

We do honor and recognize our volunteers in many ways, unless you prefer anonymity.

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Can I bring friends to volunteer with me?

Of course! And we promise, there's a good likelihood you'll make new friends along the way! Lots of our best activities evolve out of a team effort, so you will never feel "dumped on" or underappreciated.

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Where do you need volunteers?

Lots and lots of places! In and around the Sanctuary and Fellowship Hall, on the grounds, or in public venues. At the Bingo Hall and at the STARTER Packs storage unit. On the musical talent team. As a driver/errand runner.

Be a representative at an event or dinner in the community. Greet people at the Saturday Service, or serve on the Hospitality Team.

Filming, photographing, web designing...working on an Event-Planning Committee. Assisting the ministers now and then to clear out or organize a space.

Luckily, we have many volunteers, and there is room for you wherever you think you will enjoy serving.

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Do you have any long-term positions?

Indeed we do! Leadership, Intern, and Trustee roles are generally held for a year or more. Committee Chairs and Team Leaders typically like serving for a while too.

And we cannot say enough about our incredible BINGO Team!

Some of our volunteers rotate between positions and have been with us for decades. Our eldest volunteer is well into her 80's and she really inspires everyone around her! But there is ALWAYS a place for you, too!

W H Y V I D A L

Governance & Leadership

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Officers & Trustees

Responsible for strategic planning and setting goals for growth and stability, financial oversight, legal compliance, promulgation/maintenance of board records, and delegation of duties to support GOL’s ministry, missions, and fellowship. Board trustees, ministers, and the CEO may be de facto members of any team or committee to guide or assist.

Current Board of Trustees:

Sr. Minister & Founder - Rev. JoAnn Barrett

President - Artie Jaques

Vice-President - Open Position

Secretary - Connie Ungehauer

Treasurer - Rev. Walter Wiesnieski

Trustee-at-Large-Rev. Evelyn Digsby

CEO - Rev. Katie Roche

Fundraising Committee - Bingo Squad

This regular/rotating team of 8+ people handle various tasks for a successful Bingo Tuesday. Since Bingo brings in close to half our operating income, this is the most important and needed volunteer service area at GOL. If you are retired or work part-time, like some excitement, and can work one to four Tuesdays (9 am—2 pm) per month, come be part of our Bingo Crew as a caller, runner, tabulator, or facilitator.

Fundraising Committee - Events

Plans/carries out the work necessary to bring about Member & Community events, such as Psychic Night, Musical Concert, Easter Fling, Comedy Night, etc. This includes making raffle baskets and staging the areas being used.

Fun-raising Committee-Events & Activities for GOL Members

Plans/carries out/delegates to smaller groups and teams the various activities (mostly for members) that raise revenue, as well as Impromptu Socials & Get-Togethers just for the fun of it!

Membership Committee

Takes charge of the Annual Membership Recruitment & Pledge Drive during the months of January and February. Formally welcomes new members throughout the year.

Volunteer Coordinators

This very special leadership role is for the person who will work with the Team Leaders to oversee the various Volunteer Groups that follow this section, helping to recruit and acclimate the new volunteers, and follow up from time to time to see how they are doing.

Finance Committee

Ways & Means / Finance Committee: Sets annual budget, oversees revenue and spending activity, with periodic reports to the board of trustees and membership.