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Find your people.
Serve the city.

Church doesn't start until the service is over. The fastest way from "I visited once" to "this is my church" is joining a team — you'll find your 4 to 7 friends and make Sunday happen for the next person who walks in nervous.

What are Substance Teams?

Community, "the one," and the task — in that order.

At Substance, we want every person to find 4 to 7 friends to do life with, and volunteering is the easiest first step. Most teams serve on Sundays, though plenty happen midweek too.

As a team, we do three things on repeat: build real community with each other, reach out to "the one" who feels alone, and do the task with excellence. You don't need experience — just a willingness to show up.

Joining a team is easy

  • 1Fill out the volunteer interest application — takes about two minutes.
  • 2We follow up and place you on a team, usually within the week.
  • 3Show up, meet your people, and start making a difference.
Join a team →

16 ways to jump in

Pick a lane.

Not sure which fits? Apply anyway — we'll help you land in the right spot.

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Hospitality

Fuels every other team by preparing and providing meals, snacks, and drinks. The behind-the-scenes engine of a good Sunday.

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Greeter

Makes everyone who walks through the doors feel welcomed and at home. If you've got a smile and a high-five, this one's for you.

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Parking

The very first impression for guests. Perfect for energetic, friendly people who don't mind a little time outdoors.

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Usher

Creates a comfortable environment in our services so people can focus on and enjoy worship.

Coffee

Sets a welcoming tone with friendly hospitality and free coffee — the unofficial front porch of the church.

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Admin

For volunteers with a flexible schedule and administrative skills who can help with midweek office needs.

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Facilities

Keeps a spirit of excellence across campus — clean, safe, and well-maintained so everyone has a great experience.

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Kids

Inspires the next generation to love God, love others, and change the world. Ages 6 weeks through 5th grade.

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Youth

Builds a space for students in grades 6–12 to explore faith, plug into the church, and find their 4–7 friends.

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Prayer

Offers personal prayer at the end of each service and covers the church, its people, and their requests.

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Media

Creates a professional, excellent audio/visual experience across all our services and events.

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Safety

Keeps our facilities safe and running smoothly while assisting anyone in need.

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Merch

Helps raise funds by running the Substance store — all proceeds go toward Heart for the House.

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Worship

Leads people into God's presence through music. Musicians and vocalists start with an audition at substancechurch.com/worship.

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DJ Team

Sets the tone in the lobby before service — a fun, relevant atmosphere from the moment people arrive.

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Photography

Authentically captures moments of the Sunday experience to welcome others into the Substance story.

Teams and Small Groups go together

Serving is how you meet people; a Small Group is how you actually get known. Most people at Substance do both — serve on a team Sunday morning, then gather with a group during the week. Between the two, that "4 to 7 friends" thing stops being a slogan and starts being your calendar.

Browse Small Groups →

Ready to jump in?

Fill out the interest form and we'll help you find your team this week.