H.U.G.S.

There's nothing like a sincere, friendly greeting to warm the heart and set the mood for the service. So, our H.U.G.S. volunteers are there at the doors to make sure you are directed to the right place right away and receive all the information you need to completely enjoy the service, such as the sermon outline and important church information for upcoming events.

H.U.G.S. is an acronym for Hospitality, Ushers, Greeters, and Safety/Security.

Hospitality

Strive to make each visitor feel comfortable and at home, find what they need, introduce visitors to appropriate people, answer questions, etc.

Ushers

Ushering helps—not only visitors, but also the speaker—create a better environment for the entire service. Ushers help seat people, help with communion, help with collecting or distributing materials, etc.

Greeters

A greeter is the first person a visitor normally sees. Therefore, a good first impression is important for the overall experience of the newcomer, as well as the continued loving family atmosphere of the regular attendee. Greeters welcome people at the doors, give them a bulletin, etc

Security/Safety

It is vital that we create a safe environment at TCOC so parents will feel at ease about their children and their belongings. Security and Safety help with children’s check in, help keep premises secure during service, help with traffic, etc.

S.T.O.P. Training

The Guardian System is a child abuse prevention program designed especially for churches. At its heart is the S.T.O.P. (Screen, Train, Operate, Plan) program which has proved to be a very effective deterrent to child predators who target churches. At TCOC we ensure that every child is protected. Therefore, any volunteer who desires to work with children, youth, hospitality or security, must fill out an application, complete the S.T.O.P. training session, and agree to a background check. Our S.T.O.P. program is headed up by Brandee Webb, please feel free to contact her if you have any questions or concerns.

H.U.G.S. Mission Statement: The purpose of the H.U.G.S. ministry is to provide the best possible customer service for all first-time visitors, as well as, serving our church people in accordance with our purpose statement. The ministry of hospitality must be the spirit by which we conduct all aspects of H.U.G.S. Bearing the Fruit of the Spirit, with unconditional love at the helm, is the best way to exhibit Christ—therefore making people feel welcome and accepted. "Share with God’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.”  Romans 12:13 .  If you would like to volunteer, please email us at hugs@thechurchofcorinth.org or call the church office.