Become an active member, join one of our Teams!
There are many volunteer opportunities to support our spiritual family and friends at UFM. Volunteering is a wonderful way to get connected, make new friends, give of yourself, become part of something larger than yourself, and grow spiritually through service. While a few ministry teams require UFM membership or special training, most are open to anyone who wishes to become involved.
Every team is always looking for new members. All are on a volunteer basis to help as you are able. There is a monthly all teams meeting and potluck on the first Sunday of the month after Services. Come and check out what various teams you would be interested in.
Team work makes the dream work!
For more information regarding any of the opportunities listed below, please either complete the form at the bottom of this page, call the office at 239-278-1511, or email office@UnityofFortMyers.org
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Team Leader - Jan Williams & Victor Simonelli
The AV Team provides audio and visual technical support for the many activities of our church home.
This includes providing management of sound
systems (live and recorded), PowerPoint, and video support for weekly services, holidays, special events, concerts, weddings and memorials.
This team provides an opportunity for individuals with technical aspirations and abilities to give service in a team atmosphere while receiving training in technical areas as needed.
Anyone who know any of the specialties or is willing to learn is WELCOME and Needed!
Co Leads - Russ Walton and Barbara Havens
The Building and Grounds Team creates and maintains the beautiful space where our community can practice Unity sacred principles in a safe, peaceful, and beautiful environment.
The First Saturday morning, usually 8:30 to 11, of each month, volunteers gather for a Campus Care Day to help maintain our buildings and the 10 acres of our spiritual home. The property includes the Chapel House, the Sanctuary, the Meditation Gazebo, the Bell Tower, the strolling the path around Peace Lake, and various areas to sit, meditate, and observe the wildlife.
A variety of projects to keep our home clean and beautiful. 
Everyone welcome to come when you can and leave when you need. A light lunch is provided.
Anyone is welcome to come at any time or day that is convenient for them to pick up or trim branches
or weed or plant flowers or whatever they see needs a little TLC. Bring the Kids -they love to help!
Join our new Garden Club, you can Adopt a Pot or a Plot that you will specifically care for .
There's also many projects that need to be cared for INSIDE of both buildings. Join us the First Saturday
every month to support our community and campus with some TLC.
EVENTS TEAM - Connie Greenan, team lead.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! If you have great event ideas or love planning events this is the team for YOU. Here at UFM we have a variety of spaces to accommodate all types of events both inside and outside. Contact the office at 239-278-1511. You do not need to be a registered member to join this team.
Team Leader: Lynda Lee - Volunteers NEEDED - 1 hour after Sunday services, to manage & sell a wide variety of inspirational and fun items to members and visitors.
The Higher Shelf Bookstore Team supports the mission of UFM by being a resource/gateway to Unity principles. The books, audio and visual selections, and other gift items available represent values of love, joy, and spirituality.
Team - Karen Reed, Nancy Nier, Michelle Turns
The Faith Community Nurse and healthcare ministry team helps raise the consciousness of UFM in wellness, wholeness, and disease prevention. Services provided for the congregation include free blood pressure and other vital sign checks and private counseling for health care concerns.
If you have nursing experience we invite you to join the team!
Team Leader: Cherri Galvin and Barbara Havens
Coordinates all UFM events on campus in which food and beverage are involved, such as Sunday Coffee, potlucks, and special events.
This team provides a way to welcome new and prospective members and also serves as a doorway for anyone interested in participating as a volunteer in our service community. Team members may help on a one-time basis or as often as desired to assist with preparation and cleanup after events.
Team Leader: Tracy LeBrun
The Marketing Team supports the mission of UFM Special Events, Concerts and Projects. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - Marketing background very helpful. Volunteers create and promote events via press releases, advertisement campaigns and materials for all UFM events and projects.
Team Lead - Christina Bowman
The platform team serves to support the minister during Sunday Services and lead the way for Meditation, Inspiration and Transformation during the service. The team conducts the announcements, inspirational readings, prayer chaplain introduction, and children's blessing.
You must be a member and will receive training for this inspirational opportunity.
Team Lead Cherrie Galvin
The Prayer Chaplain Program empowers all to pray with one another, recognizing God’s presence and power in every moment. Our Prayer _0.png)
Chaplains support you in prayer, knowing what a great blessing it is to pray with another. All prayer requests are held in the strictest confidence. Being a Prayer Chaplain is a way to express one’s divine potential while achieving deeper spiritual fulfillment.
If you think you would like to serve as a Prayer Chaplain, we invite you to pray about your calling. Stepping up to this sacred service also is stepping up to your next level of spiritual growth. People who volunteer to be a Prayer Chaplain agree to take on certain responsibilities, including a one-year commitment to serve, maintaining a personal prayer life, and making wellness and visitation calls to members of our congregation when available.
Prosperity Team - Donald Sutton
Creating ideas and way to support our UFM community financially.
Publix Bakery Sunday Pickup - Team Coordinator, Kelli Turner, 239-994-5625
Volunteers sign-up for the Sundays they are available to pickup bread and goodies.
These items vary from week to week and are available for everyone attending the Sunday service. Hot coffee and goodies are available after service to enjoy while visiting with friends or take home. Items left over after noon are taken by 2 designated volunteers to other non-profit organizations.
Social Media Team - Leader, Sue Haberkorn
This team loves using the computer and social media. Creating and updating our Website, Facebook posts and pages and other social media methods.
NEEDED - Someone who is familiar with Instagram and Twitter and other social media outlets. Drupal experience a plus!
Team Leader Sue Haberkorn
Everyone at Unity of Fort Myers is ready to welcome members and visitors alike. This is our spiritual home and family and everyone is welcome.
As a member of the Welcome Team we are in the lobby each Sunday to be the first to greet everyone with a warm, loving, embracing experience. As a member you choose the Sundays that work for you! It only requires about 2 hours per Sunday during the service – and you are already here! Our chores are easy – we provide information for our visitors and welcome everyone as they enter. and prepare the Sanctuary for the services. We collect the tithes and thank all as they leave.
We are called ushers or greeters in other churches. Some of our Team in Action. 
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Team Leader: Angela Estavez
Seasonal Meetings the third Saturday of the month 10 am to noon. All women welcome to bring your BFFs, family, friends or neighbors .
The Women of UniTea provides the opportunity for women to create new friendships with women of similar spiritual beliefs, enjoy a variety of new monthly activities. A monthly themed pot-luck luncheon is hosted that welcomes all ladies in our community to enjoy a variety of speakers. It may include videos, hands-on creative arts, educational fun and more in an environment of joyful sisterhood.
Women who actively participate in our Higher Tea Circle will discover new friendships, new creative activities and new spiritual awakening.
Team Leader Kathy Pugliese, a professional teacher and Unity trained teacher.
The Youth Ministry supports the mission of UFM through inspiring our youth to develop their personal relationship with God. Unity principles are learned by drawing out the Spiritual truths from the Christ within. This experienced group of leaders inspire our community’s youth to develop their personal relationships with themselves, each other, and with God.
Using games, art, performance, prayer, meditation, occasional on- and off-site events, and more, we help our young people discover their own talents, learn respect, express compassion, and offer selfless service to each other and their own community. 
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