Our Mission

Christ Our Shepherd, following Christ's example of love and compassion, strives to:
° Provide quality, Christian-based children's programs and education for all children, regardless of family structure;
° Empower, minister to and advocate for the unique needs of single parents; and
° Provide educational resources to the community through the COS Library.

Volunteer Opportunities on our Campus

Important Note: All volunteers need to submit and pass both a background check and TB test before they are allowed to volunteer for any program involving the children.
Download the Volunteer Application

Administrative Opportunities:

• Board of Directors: Passion for our Mission; Monthly Board Meetings; Participation in Fundraising activities and financial support.
• Contact: Belinda Kirby at bkirby@cosministries.org - 704-845-4673 Ext. 230

After School/Summer Camp: (1-3 hours) Tutoring—Mentoring
Contact: Jessica Duncan at jduncan@cosministries.org -704-845-4673 Ext. 280

Child Care: Child Care Center: (1 –2 hours) Reading/Storytelling
Contact: Kim Howell at khowell@cosministries.org - 704-845-4673 Ext. 225

Committees: Marketing and Event committees. New committee members are always a great asset to the team.
Contact: Julie A. Jahn at jjahn@cosministries.org - 704-845-4673 Ext. 202

Community Learning Lab: (1 hour weekly) Volunteer to help students (grades 3-5) who are below reading, math and computer skill levels.
Contact: Jessica Duncan at jduncan@cosministries.org -704-845-4673 Ext. 280

Development: The Development Department needs regular volunteers to help for research projects and social media.
Contact: Julie Jahn at jjahn@cosministries.org -704-845-4673 Ext. 202

Single Parent Program:

• Spring and Fall - Single parents are required to attend a six week session, we are in need of:
  Speakers and Workshop Facilitators (one week commitment).
  Groups and/or individuals to commit to providing meals for one week. (30 adults & 30 children.) .
• New 2012 "Hands Up" Program - Our single parents need both financial and/or mentor assistance. This program provides you the opportunity to become a mentor to the family you are helping. This program is open to individuals, couples, and groups.
  
  Contact: Leigh Swann at lswann@cosministries.org -704-845-4673-Ext. 251

Thank you for caring enough! If you feel you cannot volunteer perhaps you would consider making a financial contribution to help our programs. Click here to make a donation. All donations are tax deductible as we are an independent 501(c)(3) ministry.

We simply cannot do it without you!

Thank you and blessings,
Christ Our Shepherd Staff

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