Teams

Contribute your time and talents to serve our community and connect with others while doing meaningful work to further the mission and vision of this church. It takes many hands to operate as a beacon for love and justice.

Northlake’s TEAMS align and synergize the ministry components of the church by empowering the staff and program leaders to work together in furthering the mission and vision of Northlake.

Email a team directly to learn more about tasks that you may enjoy, timelines that work with your schedule, or opportunities to grow into a leadership role. Alternatively, share a description of skills you would like to offer in an email to [email protected] to match your skill set with a current need.

Caring Team

The Northlake Caring Team’s aim is to foster a spirit of community among Northlakers. With the guidance of the minister, the committee works to identify needs within the congregation, foster appropriate awareness of those needs, identify resources, and link resources to needs. They also circulate cards of congratulations or consolation as appropriate.

Email: [email protected]

Denominational Affairs Team

The Northlake Denominational Affairs Team (DAT) coordinates the participation of Northlake members in General Assembly and Regional Conferences to ensure timely notice of upcoming events including timely appointment of voting delegates, opportunities for member input regarding agenda items, and reports to the congregation regarding decisions and information gathered. The Northlake minister recruits 2-5 members of the DAT for 3-year terms.

Contact: [email protected]

Direct Sharing Team

This circle provides justice through fund-raising, direct service and education about groups that align with issues consistent with the values of this church and the UU faith. We give the first $1000 collected during worship each month to one of these groups, as well as operate a food pantry for the community.

Contact [email protected]

Healthy Congregation Team

The Healthy Congregation Team (HCT) helps congregants return to covenant when a conflict arises through a facilitated process. If you approach them for assistance, you will be asked to fill out a self-reflective worksheet ,which HCT members will then review with you. From there, they will work with you to determine the next steps.

More information about the HCT

NUUC HCT Processing Worksheet

HCT members include: Pablo B, Janet K, Elaine S, and Rev. Brigitta. you may contact them collectively at [email protected] or individually.

Integrated Justice Team

The IJT was formed in response to a vision of integrating racial justice into the systems and management of the church. The goal is to find ways to incorporate Northlake’s stated values into the policies and practices of the church.

Contact [email protected]

Ministerial Transition Team

The Northlake Ministerial Transition Team consists of five church members appointed with the mutual consent of the board and the interim minister. The team members provide support and a sounding board for the interim minister. They also collaborate with the interim minister through the interim ministry process, a two-year process that helps the congregation reflect on our history, evaluate our strengths and challenges, work to heal any lingering concerns, and look forward with an updated mission and vision to carry us toward our next settled ministry. If you have questions or feedback for the Team, please contact Transtition-Team@northlakeuu.org

Music Team

Music is an important part of the worship experience and our choir has a history of great performances at Northlake!

The Music Team members support our Music Director in arranging musical performances, song leading at regular Sunday services, managing the music library, recording and editing remote choir performances, and planning special Music Sunday services a couple times each year.

Do you love to sing? Come lend your voice and make connections with others in the Northlake choir.

Email: [email protected]

Worship Team

The Worship Team helps organize and support our Sunday services. We meet monthly to discuss ideas for enhancing services and coordinate many of the volunteers who contribute to the weekly experience. If you’re interested in being part of Sunday services, we invite you to join us!

We welcome volunteers with diverse interests and skill sets—no prior experience needed! Our team provides training, shadowing, and mentorship to help you feel comfortable in any role. Volunteering with the Worship Team is a great way to develop new skills and become part of our wonderful community.

Volunteers are essential to creating a meaningful service. Some of the roles include:

  • Celebrant
  • Song Leader
  • Slide Creator
  • Zoom Moderator (can be in the sanctuary or done from home)
  • Screen Sharing
  • AV Tech (running the sound system)
  • Greeters and Ushers

Whether you’re interested in leading, tech, or supporting from behind the scenes, there’s a role for you. Volunteering even once a month can make a big impact and be very rewarding!

Email: [email protected]