Super Serve Saturday

Super Serve Saturday

3rd Saturdays of the month September – May 

Upcoming dates: September 19, October 17, and November 21 
As a way to bring families, multiple generations, and people of all backgrounds together we are offering different opportunities to serve in meaningful ways throughout Cincinnati. There is something for each age and ability – no superpowers necessary – just a willing, humble and flexible spirit and heart for all.
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Serving at Meals on Wheels

Super Serve Saturday Projects for September 19

Sort, organize, and package donations for Matthew 25: Ministries:

  • 11:30a-1:30p meet at Matthew 25: Ministries (11060 Kenwood Rd in Blue Ash)
  • A team of up to 25 people (child/teen friendly – people under 16 need to serve with a caregiver) will turn donated goods into hope for people in need locally, across the U.S., and around the world. 
  • All skill levels (no experience needed) can participate – projects vary based on the greatest need that day, so come ready to jump in and lend a hand! 
  • Please wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes are recommended. 
  • Next steps: after registering on Sign Up Genuis, all new volunteers with Matthew 25 must also register with Matthew 25: 
    • Fill out the pre-registration questions prior to your visit using this registration link

    • Register under the Group Name: “Knox Presbyterian Church”.

    • Those who have previously volunteered with Matthew 25 should bring their M25M card or QR Code.

Build/assemble/paint furniture to make a house a home with New Life Furniture Bank:

  • 8:45a -11:30a meet at New Life Furniture (11335 Reed Hartman Hwy. Unit 134 in Blue Ash)
  • A team of up to 15 people (ages 12 and up) will help assemble tables (two people can assemble a table in 1 hour).
  • All skill levels (no experience needed) can participate – there will be an experienced woodworking crew there to help and train you on what to do. No tools needed everything will be provided including ear and eye protection. 
  • Please wear closed toe shoes, comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle. 
  • As a volunteer, you are eligible for a 10% discount coupon to use at our Thrift Store in appreciation for your help. Please remember to ask about it!
    • Click here to sign up or log in to NLFB.

    • Fill out the Volunteer Release (required each time you serve).

    • Select “Religious Group” and enter Super Serve Saturday – UMC Group.

    • On the shift page, choose Sorting & Packing Donations for Saturday, Sept. 19, 8:45 AM–11:30 AM, and confirm our group name appears at the bottom.

  • Childcare is available at the church if needed for those 11 and younger. Sign up for project/childcare by Thursday, September 17th at 5:00p. 

Sort and pack donations at New Life Furniture Bank Community Center: 

  • 8:45a -11:30a at New Life Furniture (11335 Reed Hartman Hwy. Unit 134 in Blue Ash)
  • A team of up to 10 (ages 12 and up) will help make a house a home by sorting dishes and linen donations and boxing them up for delivery.
  • Please wear closed toe shoes, comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle. 
  • As a volunteer, you are eligible for a 10% discount coupon to use at our Thrift Store in appreciation for your help. Please remember to ask about it!
    • Click here to sign up or log in to NLFB.

    • Fill out the Volunteer Release (required each time you serve).

    • Select “Religious Group” and enter Super Serve Saturday – UMC Group.

    • On the shift page, choose Sorting & Packing Donations for Saturday, Sept. 19, 8:45 AM–11:30 AM, and confirm our group name appears at the bottom.

  • Childcare is available at the church if needed for those 11 and younger. Sign up for project/childcare by Thursday, September 17th at 5:00p.

Prepare part of a meal for residents and staff at The Center for Respite Care: 

  • Want an option where you can serve at home?
  • Sign up to prepare part of a meal (choose from entree, side, salad, drinks, dessert, pantry items, etc.) for 25 residents and staff at The Center for Respite Care.
  • Drop off takes place at the church parking lot at 4:00p on Saturday OR Welcome Center kitchen anytime throughout the week before 4:00p and the Sheldons will take the meal to Respite. 
  • Items that need to be hot/warm for the meal need to be dropped off at the church on Saturday afternoon at 4:00p. 

Super Saturday partners and projects:

  • Each month, you can prepare part of a meal (choose from entree, side, salad, drinks, dessert, pantry items, etc.) for residents and staff at The Center for Respite Care.
  • This is a great option to serve at home and items can be dropped off early if needed! A great option for families to serve together and open to all ages.
  • A team of up to 10 people partner with wood workers to learn how to build and assemble furniture (kitchen tables, coffee tables, and side tables) to be given to families in their new apartment/home helping to alleviate the cycle of homelessness. This project is for ages 12 and up. No experience necessary! 
  • Another team of 10 works upstairs to hep sort and organize dishwater and linens to help make a house a home. This project is for ages 10 and up. 
  • Each November, help with Meals on Wheel’s Bust a Crust event helping to pack and distribute Thanksgiving pies with sales benefiting seniors
  • Help pack snacks and shelf stable meals for seniors in our community.
  • Deliver a birthday box bonanza to celebrate a senior’s birthday!
  • Wash the vehicles used to deliver meals to seniors.
  • Portion out dog food for senior’s dogs to be delivered along with their meal for their furry friend.
  • Anyone Pre-K and older can help with most of these projects.  
  • Serve at the Habitat for Humanity’s Restore (ages 12 and up)
  • Work on site at a Habitat build (ages 16 and up) or help prepare and deliver lunch to the works (Pre-K and up)
  • Mentor children attending STAR Club with Wesley Chapel Mission.
  • Volunteers need to be age 14 and up (anyone younger, ages 4-13, would need to come with a parent and participate in the program like the other children attending)
  • STAR stands for Science, Technology, Arithmetic, and Reading). This program supports and encourages the work that goes on in school. 

Rev. Kate Smith

Pastor of Mission and Outreach, Young Adults, and OTR Campus

If you are interested in participating in Super Serve Saturday, please contact Rev. Kate Smith.

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