Why should I serve?

Using our gifts to serve is one way we honour Jesus and grow in our faith. It’s also a great way to meet people and build connections.

Each week, up to 900 people gather at our Sunday meetings, alongside many activities throughout the week. To care for one another and welcome new people, we rely on volunteers like you. We’d love everyone who calls Citygate home to find a team where they can serve.

Fill in our Serving Form
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Where can I serve?

Take a look at the opportunities below—we’ve grouped them by your gifts and interests to help you find a good fit.

Some roles are for committed members of Citygate Church, but many are open to those who are new or still exploring.

Whatever your availability or where you’re at on your journey, we’d love to help you find a place to serve. Just fill in our serving form, and someone will be in touch to chat it through with you.

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Operations & Administration

  • Meeting Manager

    Helping oversee the practical details so our Sunday meetings run smoothly.

  • Kids Check-In

    Running the check-in system on a Sunday to ensure a safe and smooth start for our kids.

  • Kids Supervisor

    Supporting the kids' teams during Sunday meetings and helping uphold our safeguarding standards.

  • SUPA (Set Up and Put Away)

    Helping our community gather on a Sunday by setting up or packing away chairs and equipment.

  • Office Team Support

    Supporting our staff team with administration, finance, or specialist skills that help the church run effectively.

  • Venue Team Support

    Helping care for our venues through practical support and maintenance.

Prayer & Pastoral

  • Prayer

    Praying with compassion and faith for those who respond in our Sunday meetings.

  • Pastoral

    Walking alongside people who need extra care, offering support, encouragement, and prayer.

Hospitality & Catering

  • Welcome

    Giving people a warm and genuine welcome on Sundays and helping them get connected at Citygate.

  • Hospitality

    Serving food and creating spaces where people can relax, connect, and share life.

  • Catering

    Preparing delicious, high-quality food for courses, events, and other gatherings.

  • Refreshments

    Serving tea and coffee on Sundays and creating relaxed spaces for conversation and connection.

  • Communion

    Preparing communion on the third Sunday of the month as we remember Jesus together.

Music, Media & Production

  • Audio Production

    Providing clear, excellent sound that helps everyone engage in the meeting.

  • Video Production

    Running cameras and vision mixing so people can join our meetings online and stay connected.

  • Visuals

    Projecting lyrics and visuals that help the church worship and engage together.

  • Photography and Social Media

    Capturing authentic moments and sharing the story of what God is doing in and through Citygate.

  • Worship

    Helping the church worship God with joy and authenticity, declaring truth through music.

Kids & Young People

  • Kids Ministry

    Helping children discover who God is in a fun, safe, and encouraging environment during our Sunday meetings.

  • Youth Ministry

    Creating welcoming spaces where young people can belong, ask questions, and grow in faith.

  • Students Ministry

    Helping students find authentic community and grow in their faith while studying in Bournemouth.

  • Mid-Week Toddler Groups

    Helping run our toddler groups and building relationships with families in our local community.

Outreach

  • Alpha

    Helping create welcoming evenings where people can openly explore the Christian faith and ask honest questions.

  • Outreach

    Courageously sharing the good news of Jesus with people beyond Citygate.

Social Action

  • Community Hub

    Serving our local community with generosity by providing food, support, and practical care to those in need.

Find out more about Citygate Church

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    Get connected

    Welcome to Citygate! We recognise that we’re all at different stages of our journey, and the next step looks different for everyone. So we invite you to journey with us at your own pace.

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    Community Hub

    Jesus mandate was to help the poor, heal the sick and set the oppressed free. We want to continue Jesus' mission, giving hope to all, no matter their circumstance!

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    Life Groups

    We want everyone who comes to our church to find friendship and grow in their love of God and His people. So we encourage every person who’s part of Citygate to join one of our Life Groups!

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