Official Leader:
Carter Ralph, Briarwood Member

Description of ministry:
This group seeks to minister to families who have brought children into their homes via adoption, assist Briarwood families as they go through the adoption process, promote adoption in the church, and educate the church about adoption.

Ways to serve:
The biggest need is for families to adopt children, as there are many children that need Christian families. Secondarily, we need church members that are willing to join a team to support a family in the first several months of adoption.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Please pray that Briarwood families would adopt orphaned children in need of a family.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Mercy Ministry Webpage for more details or contact Carter Ralph at w.carter.ralph@gmail.com or use the form below.

Official Leader:
Ike Reeder

Description of ministry:
Birmingham Theological Seminary (BTS) is a Reformed, confessional seminary for graduate and post-graduate students, founded by Briarwood Presbyterian Church to equip pastors, church planters, chaplains, counselors, and lay leaders for Christ-honoring ministry around the world. Through residential and global distance education, BTS now serves nearly 700 students across all 50 states and dozens of countries while keeping tuition at $100 per credit hour.

Ways to serve:
• Prayer partners for students, faculty, and the seminary's mission
• Financial supporters — recurring donors, scholarship sponsors, and capital campaign partners
• Mentors and ministry hosts for students seeking pastoral internships or field education placements
• Adjunct teaching and guest lecturing for those with relevant academic and ministry credentials (terminal doctoral degrees)
• Advocates who introduce BTS to potential students, churches, and donors in their networks

Prayer needs for ministry:
• For theological fidelity to the Reformed standards and faithfulness to Christ in all we teach
• For our students — many serving bivocationally while preparing for ministry — and their families
• For our faculty, staff, and board as we steward growth wisely
• For God's provision through our 2026 capital campaign and ongoing operations
• For graduates being sent into pulpits, mission fields, chaplaincies, and counseling rooms worldwide
• For our accreditation work and institutional partnerships
• For the students and churches we serve through global distance education

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the BTS Webpage. Contact Deb Quenelle, our Office Administrator, at deb@bts.education.

Information coming soon!

Official Leader:
Jim Alexander

Description of ministry:
This ministry meets every two months for lunch with a focus on encouraging men who are shepherding their wives to glory or who have recently become widowed.

Ways to serve:
Please refer any man who has a wife who is nearing death or who has been recently widowed.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Please pray for the widowers in our church, that they would feel the love of our Lord Jesus and experience some of that love through the means of our church family.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Pastoral Care Ministry Webpage. Please contact Pastor Alexander at jalexander@briarwood.org or 205-776-5350 (office). Alternatively, you may reach out to the Pastoral Care office by emailing altadenaministries.org or calling 205-776-5227.

Official Leader:
Mark Purser, College Director; Jenna Viets, Women’s Coordinator

Description of ministry:
The Briarwood College Ministry exists for life-on-life discipleship, working to shepherd college-age students who are embarking on the next steps in life to help show that the Gospel and teachings from the pulpit apply to day-to-day life, even in this transitional time. We seek to create with these students a community that engages in Christian fellowship and impacts the campus and the world for Christ.

Ways to serve:
• There are needs for small group leaders and mentors for one-on-one discipleship with college students.
• Members willing to offer up their homes for college ministry dinners, Bible studies, and monthly fellowship lunches.
• Ideally, we would have church members from all walks of life pour into our college students, offering long-term, Christ-honoring perspectives to our students who are in a pivotal time of life, helping to guide them ow to live as a Christian in real life (business, marriage, child-rearing, etc.). These can be short one-time meetings or even more longitudinal mentorship.

Prayer needs for ministry:
• For students to grow more like Christ and to mature in their faith in this transitional time of life.
• For growth and reach of this ministry
• For spiritual protection for our students - that they would be strengthened in their faith and stand as lights in this anxious and lonely generation.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit our College Ministry Webpage. Or you can contact Mark Purser (mpurser@briarwood.org) or Jenna Viets (jviets@briarwood.org).

Official Leader:
Greg Norfleet

Description of ministry:
The mission of Briarwood’s Counseling Ministry is to care for the soul by connecting the treasures of Christ to the troubles of life. In God’s written Word, and from Jesus the living Word, we find everything we need to live a godly life, so we pursue our mission by offering counseling and training to the members of our church and city.

Ways to serve:
• (1) We regularly invite prospective lay counselors to conferences, seminars, and classes, so that they catch the vision for biblical counseling ministry.
• (2) We regularly guide committed laypersons through a structured curriculum and practicum, so that they develop the knowledge and skills necessary to counsel biblically.
• (3) We regularly supervise, launch, and support proven lay counselors to take an increasing leadership role in our counseling ministry.

Prayer needs for ministry:
• Please pray that God would expand our team of lay counselors and that the Holy Spirit would grow each of us in (1) Humility: A personal integrity that sees, loves, and speaks Christ from firsthand experience; (2) Truth: A breadth and depth of knowledge of God, of people, and of the change process; (3) Love: A rich bundle of relational attitudes and skills that facilitate the change process.
• Please pray that the Holy Spirit would work through our counseling ministry to bring Christ’s consolation and transformation to the people who reach out to us for help. “Then will the eyes of the blind be opened and the ears of the deaf unstopped. Then will the lame leap like a deer, and the mute tongue shout for joy.” (Isaiah 35:5-6)

Ways to get more information or sign up:
We offer the above training and serving opportunities within various blocks of time throughout the year. So, to learn more about upcoming offerings, including how to register or volunteer for a specific event, please visit our Counseling Ministry Webpage or contact our office for updates.

Official Leader:
Ken Friday until new director is hired

Description of ministry:
Briarwood Fellows is an immersive nine month program for approximately 12 college graduates to live with a host church family, work in career internships, meet weekly for deep theological training and mentoring, and integrate with church ministry and missions. The fellowship aims to provide attendees with the skills to develop a seamless life in the areas of church, family, career, and within society.

Ways to serve:
The Briarwood Fellows ministry is always seeking new and excited members to be involved in serving and supporting its vision. Hosts homes, internships, mentors, and the leadership committee are all great needs and places to serve.

Prayer needs for ministry:
We have been transitioning to hire a new director and would like to see our next class of Fellows begin in the fall of 2027. This is our major and key prayer focus at this time.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Fellows Webpage. Contact Ken Friday (kofriday@me.com)

Official Leader:
Jim Alexander

Description of ministry:
Grace Ladies is a ministry to widows by widows who offer comfort and encouragement to women who are walking a similar journey.  Women meet monthly to plan, pray, share resources, and identify ways to encourage one another. Larger events include: bi-annual Lydia Luncheons (time for fellowship and encouragement) and an annual Valentine's lunch at the Caroline House to welcome and comfort women who have become widowed within the last 12 months.

Ways to serve:
If you know of a woman recently widowed, please refer them to the ministry.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Please pray for the widows in our church, that they would feel the love of our Lord Jesus and experience some of that love through the means of our church family.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Pastoral Care Ministry Webpage. Please contact Pastor Alexander at jalexander@briarwood.org or 205-776-5350 (office). Alternatively, you may reach out to the Pastoral Care office by emailing altadenaministries.org or calling 205-776-5227.

Official Leader:
Pastor Luis León

Description of ministry:
We are a congregation of Spanish-speakers from nine different countries (USA, Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Puerto Rico, Venezuela, Colombia, Peru) who gather to worship Christ in our heart language.

Ways to serve:
You can be involved within our ministry by visiting our worship service and getting to know us! Fellowship is very important in the Hispanic culture; we desire to break bread and share time with one another.
○We are in need of translators, elders to serve communion, and Sunday school teachers for teenagers (English).

Prayer needs for ministry:
• Please pray for our congregation, that we would grow together and united in Christ
• Please pray that the ministry would be effective and reach those who need encouragement in Christ

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Ethnic Congregations Webpage. Contact Pastor León: lleon@briarwood.org, 205-776-5253 (office)

Official Leader:
Hannah Grace Walker

Description of ministry:
BIO ministers to internationals who live in and around Birmingham, through English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, the Friendship Partners program, and events. These programs aim to not only meet an international person's felt needs, but also aid in building relationships to share the love of Christ, in both word and deed.

Ways to serve:
The BIO ministry needs ESL teachers (all volunteers will be trained and no prior teaching experience is necessary; weekly meetings), hospitality volunteers (provide snacks and help with ESL setup), and Friendship Partners (9 month commitment where volunteers meet with an assigned friendship partner approximately once/month). Volunteers are also needed for special events to help with various aspects - planning, preparation, execution, etc..

Prayer needs for ministry:
For internationals to be drawn to Christ! For church members to befriend internationals and build true friendships with them–using all opportunities to love internationals in tangible/practical ways and share the gospel. Pray for God to bear fruit through the BIO ministry and for there to be far reaching effects both locally and to the ends of the earth– both now and for generations to come.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Internationals Webpage. Contact the following for specific ministries:
• Hannah Grace Walker (hwalker@briarwood.org) for more information about BIO
• Stephen Merwin (stephen.merwin@ruf.org) for more information about Friendship Partners
• Becky Miller for more information about English as a Second Language

Official Leader:
Kristie Harrick

Description of ministry:
In this monthly event, older mothers share advice and encouragement on a particular topic with younger mothers to build relationships and help guide them through new challenges. All young moms are welcome to attend!

Ways to serve:
As young moms age out of nursery but are not yet in school, we do have a need for moms who would be willing to watch some of the young children during the monthly gatherings. We are looking to grow this ministry in the future, so we will have more needs as we grow. As of right now, there is a sign-up for young moms who will attend. If they are interested in serving as one of the older women, they can contact me (Kristie) directly.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray for our team of older, seasoned women as they prepare and lead in the talks and discussions at the tables. Pray that our young moms will feel supported and encouraged.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Women’s Ministry Webpage or contact the Admin Assistant of the Women's Ministry at cterrell@briarwood.org or 205-776-5311.

Official Leader:
Jim Alexander

Description of ministry:
For God's glory, Pastoral Care offers hope and healing through the ministries of personal presence and prayer, especially in times of crises, in order to help people re-engage in worship and re-center their lives in obedience to the Great Commission."  The ministry of personal presence, whether it is through visits, texts, or phone calls when a family member is in the hospital or when they face the loss of a loved one is more meaningful than most understand.  This ministry also gives many gospel opportunities as we share something of Christ's love in both planned and impromptu, God-ordained moments in times of need.

Ways to serve:
• Any man with a bent toward shepherding may become part of this team.  When someone shows interest, Pastor Alexander connects with them to share what the responsibilities and commitment look like. We pray and discern if the Lord is leading them to be part of the team.  As they are being led to serve, we provide formal training to equip them for effective ministry. Additionally, the group meets for monthly lunches for for continual training.
• Selected men are assigned times to be on duty to assist with hospital visitation, follow up phone calls for members going through a time of trial or crisis to reassure members they are being cared for and prayed for beyond their stay in the hospital.

Prayer needs for ministry:
The best way to pray for Pastoral Care is for wisdom that the Holy Spirit might use us effectively to minister personally to those in great need.  Each interaction is a gospel opportunity, whether we are talking with the person in crisis, to their family members, or with others (like doctors and healthcare professionals) who enter their room and the ongoing conversation.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Pastoral Care Ministry Webpage. Please contact Pastor Alexander at jalexander@briarwood.org or 205-776-5350 (office). Alternatively, you may reach out to the Pastoral Care office by emailing altadenaministries.org or calling 205-776-5227.

Info coming soon!

●Information coming soon!

Official Leader:
Pastor Jay Shaw (Family Pastor)

Description of ministry:
Briarwood student ministries exist to encourage church youth to have a saving relationship with Jesus Christ, to teach students to grow in Christlikeness, and to equip students to share Christ with others through discipleship and shepherding by parents, staff, and church volunteers.

Ways to serve:
Various service opportunities include: leading small groups, teaching Sunday School, chaperoning events, providing food and/or supplies, and housing students for youth events. Please note there is a screening process for all those who wish to volunteer with this ministry to ensure student safety and align volunteer skills and strengths with appropriate responsibilities.

Prayer needs for ministry:
• Please pray that our youth will live in a way that is counter-cultural, that they will have spiritual boldness with humility, and that they will grow in love for Christ. Please pray for their spiritual protection throughout their lifetime.
• Please pray for our ministry staff and leaders– that God will give them wisdom as they are guiding our students through difficult challenges.
• Please pray for the parents of our students as they are raising youth–that God will empower, equip, and encourage them as they are raising their children in the love and admonition of the Lord.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Youth Ministry Webpage. Please contact the student ministry office 205-776-5269 for more information or Maddie Mills mmills@briarwood.org.

Information coming soon!

Official Leader:
David Wells, Nathan Ivey, Nathan Macintosh

Description of ministry:
CarePortal turns compassion into action by helping prevent children from entering foster care and connecting churches with real needs from families and children in crisis. It’s an opportunity to meet tangible needs and be the hands and feet of Christ.

Ways to serve:
Many needs can be claimed and met by our members. This includes claiming specific needs in the CarePortal app, purchasing items listed in the needs, and taking them with another person to the family and praying with them. There is no recurring meeting. CarePortal is based on needs being claimed by members, allowing you to serve as your schedule allows. There is a 30-60 minute required training prior to serving in this ministry.

Prayer needs for ministry:
• In the US, 328K children are removed from their home each year and placed into foster care. Pray that these children would feel safe, be loved, and know Jesus as Savior.
• Pray that these families would be reconciled and restored.
• Pray for God to provide more Christians through their local church to meet families in crisis with material needs and relationships to preserve families and prevent children from entering foster care.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
• Main Site: Home - CarePortal
• Briarwood CarePortal Public Address
• Briarwood Responder Sign up Form

Official Leader:
Shanna Phillips, Children's Choir Coordinator

Description of ministry:
Through Children’s Choirs, the lives of our covenant children will be blessed as they learn to enthusiastically “Sing unto the Lord a new song!” Our Children’s Choirs (preschool and elementary choirs) meet each Lord’s Day evening during the worship hour at 6:15pm. The children not only learn to worship, but learn to hide God's word in their heart through songs and scripture.

Ways to serve:
• Sign up your child (see link below) to join the children’s choir!
• Volunteers are needed to help with logistics in our choir rooms on Sunday nights.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray that the music which the children are learning would take root in their heart and draw them deeper to their walk with the Lord.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Music Ministry Webpage. Please contact Penny Philley, Music Administrative Assistant (205-776-5229; pphilley@briarwood.org). Sign up for the Children’s Choir through this registration link.

Official Leader:
Jake Stallings, Children’s Ministry Director

Description of ministry:
Briarwood’s Children’s Ministry desires to partner with parents to lead children to a saving, growing relationship with Christ by presenting the gospel, training children to worship, and equipping them to impact others for God’s glory.

Ways to serve:
• Volunteers are always needed and welcome–there is a spot for everyone who wants to help and be involved! Volunteer roles include (but are not limited to): teaching Sunday School, helping a Sunday school class, helping at Passport Nights and the missions conferences, playing games with the kids at Ignite and Connect, leading a group at VBS.
• Please note there is a screening process for all those who wish to volunteer with this ministry to ensure student safety and align volunteer skills and strengths with appropriate responsibilities.

Prayer needs for ministry:
• Pray first and foremost for the students to see the gospel every time they come to a children’s ministry event and that God would make Himself known to every child that attends.
• Pray that the children would feel safe and loved by our staff and volunteers
• Pray for staff to build meaningful relationships with the children that help point them to Christ and reflect His love.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Reach out Jake Stallings, or any of our Children’s Ministry staff. Visit our website at the Briarwood Children's Ministry Webpage!

Information coming soon!

Official Leader:
Dr. Mardon Day

Description of ministry:
Christian Medical Ministry of Alabama (CMMA) is a ministry to and for the emerging healthcare community of Birmingham involving discipleship, mentorship, and evangelism. We have a predominant focus towards ministry to students pursuing a healthcare career at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB).

Ways to serve:
• There are multiple levels of involvement for volunteers (please see our website below for details).
• We need believing healthcare workers to join us at our various events throughout the year to share about integrating their fath and vocation.
• We need practicing healthcare workers to join us for our international mission trips, helping to lead and teach our students.
• We need small group Bible study leaders and mentors. We prefer healthcare providers to lead these, but there are opportunities for non-healthcare volunteers, so please contact us.

Prayer needs for ministry:
• Pray that the Gospel would go forth in the healthcare field throughout Birmingham and the world.
• Please pray for the small staff (2 full time employees and an administrative assistant) as we coordinate over 40 small group Bible studies, multiple events, and mission trip logistics.
• Please pray for our students who experience various struggles throughout their training.
• Pray for more volunteers to help with the ministry.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the CMMA Website. You may also contact Dr. Mardon Day (mday@briarwood.org)

Official Leader:
Pastor Rob Looper

Description of ministry:
Briarwood’s Church Planting Team supports church planters whom God has called to found faithful, means-of-grace churches with a vision to grow and plant other churches in culturally and geographically strategic locations where the Gospel has yet to take root. The team meets regularly to discuss potential church-planting partners, pray for our current partners, and discuss strategy.

Ways to serve:
We need team members to help with strategy, meet and talk with church planters, and when appropriate, to go visit them in the field to offer encouragement and support.

Prayer needs for ministry:
• Pray for the Church Planting team - for discernment and vision as we seek to support gospel-driven and Christ-centered church planters around the country
• Please pray as we are developing and launching a church planting residency program where growing church planters are trained and equipped prior to being sent out to the field.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood National Ministry Webpage. Please contact Pastor Rob Looper in the National Ministries Office (205-776-5243 or email cbono@briarwood.org)

Official Leader:
Kristie Harrick

Description of ministry:
Countdown to Christmas is the annual outreach event of the Women's Ministry where we invite unchurched/non-Christian friends to join us as we are encouraged to prepare our hearts for the busy Christmas season through hearing a fellow believer share a personal story about the faithfulness of God.

Ways to serve:
Every October we open up a list of opportunities for service ranging from decorating tables to serving food to clean-up opportunities. We also have women who cannot afford to attend, so having women sponsor other women to attend is welcome.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray that the gospel will be clearly communicated and that the women of Briarwood would invite their friends and family members.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Women’s Ministry Webpage or contact the Admin Assistant of the Women's Ministry at cterrell@briarwood.org or 205-776-5311.

Official Leader:
Benny Parks, interim contact

Description of ministry:
This ministry serves as one of Briarwood’s primary training opportunities in evangelism. The Bridge to Life is a simple, one-verse way to share the gospel using Romans 6:23 and a bridge diagram.

Ways to serve:
Weekly meetings take place during MidWeek with training at the beginning followed by teams traveling into the community to share the gospel. Groups share the gospel approximately 14 times/semester.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray for Briarwood believers to have a heart to minister and share the gospel with the lost. To be obedient to go and make disciples, then disciple if the Lord provides. To take seriously the Great Commission, then to pray for God to provide opportunity, then to step out in faith and witness.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Come weekly to Bridge to Life meetings on Wednesday nights from 6:15-8:15 PM and share the gospel in our community. There will be opportunities for evangelism training, active practice to evangelize with more experienced evangelists guiding you, and as the Lord provides, opportunities to disciple new converts.

Official Leader:
Carolyn Friday and Judy Donaldson

Description of ministry:
The Flower Guild is a ministry which arranges the flowers displayed in the sanctuary and foyer every Sunday. Flowers are purchased, arranged, and then taken apart Sunday evening to be used by the L.O.V.E. ministry on Monday mornings. The Flower Guild is also sometimes asked to help with flower arrangements for other events such as ministry events, memorial services, and special events.

Ways to serve:
If willing to undergo training in flower selection, arranging, set-up, and break-down, you could be put on a team for certain months of the year to help with the Flower Guild.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Please pray for more members to get involved with this ministry. Pray that the flowers would be a blessing to our congregation, and that they would bring glory and honor to our God.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Women’s Ministry Webpage which has contact information located there for those interested. Or contact the Women’s Ministry office.

Official Leader:
Nathan Ivey

Description of ministry:
Fostering Hope is committed to engaging, educating, and equipping current and potential foster and adoptive families within and outside the church. We seek to be a place of rest and encouragement to all involved in this ministry.

Ways to serve:
We need volunteers! Not only are foster parents needed, but wrap-around families who can lean in and support those directly involved in caring for vulnerable children. Wrap-around families offer help by providing meals, babysitting, respite care (as needed), encouragement, support, and prayer.  

Prayer needs for ministry:
• Pray that the Lord will move more hearts to get directly involved in caring for orphans and vulnerable children within our community.
• Pray for more people to step in and serve as wrap-around families.
• Pray for the Lord to strengthen believers who are in the trenches of this ministry

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Mercy Ministry Webpage or reach out to Nathan Ivey (nathanbivey@gmail.com)

Information coming soon!

Official Leader:
Bryan Wintersteen, Global Missions Pastor

Description of ministry:
These Briarwood members serve as the Global Ministry Team which oversees and guides our international ministry.  They are responsible for communication with international staff and financial distribution of your Faith Promise Giving.

Ways to serve:
Participate in 8-9 meetings a year, serve during the annual Global Ministries Conference, and engage with our supported ministry partners.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray for the financial stewardship of Faith Promise giving and for our supported ministry partners.    

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Global Missions Webpage. If you are interested in joining the team, contact Heather McDougall at 205-776-5279 or hmcdougall@briarwood.org.

Official Leader:
Bryan Wintersteen, Global Missions Pastor

Description of ministry:
The Annual Global Ministries Conference takes place the last week of February each year when we welcome our international ministry partners to this Briarwood church wide event and share about the work they are doing across the nations. This is a week-long conference with many events planned throughout the week including a keynote speaker, international missionaries sharing in Sunday School communities, glimpses, schools, children’s events, bible studies, and more.

Ways to serve:
There are many ways to serve including hosting missionaries, providing transportation, serving during church wide meals, providing cookies and cakes, and praying for the conference.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray for the planning and preparations for the conference, the speakers, events, and Faith Promise commitments that fund Global Missions.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Global Missions Webpage. If you are interested in joining the team, contact Heather McDougall at 205-776-5279 or hmcdougall@briarwood.org.

Official Leader:
Bryan Wintersteen, Global Missions Pastor

Description of ministry:
There are numerous short-term missions opportunities to share the love and good news of Jesus Christ.

Ways to serve:
Serve as a Team Leader or commit to joining a short-term missions trip.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray for the Lord’s leading and opportunities to serve in the field. Also, pray for other Briarwood members who are serving in short-term missions this year.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Global Missions Webpage. If you are interested in joining the team, contact Heather McDougall at 205-776-5279 or hmcdougall@briarwood.org.

Official Leader:
Shane Davis

Description of ministry:
To give glory to God through the beauty and joy of English Handbells, and to assist in leading worship during the Advent season.

Ways to serve:
• We would love to have more members join the choir to play and lead in worship
• Minimal musical background is required (if you can count to 4 and if you can tell the difference between your right hand and left hand, then you can learn to play handbells!) Please come try it out!

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray that we are able to use our practice time well and prepare the music we will be presenting this year with excellence for God’s glory!

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Music Ministry Webpage. Please contact Penny Philley, Music Administrative Assistant (205-776-5229; pphilley@briarwood.org) or Shane Davis (mshane327@gmail.com).

Official Leader:
Roger Bittinger

Description of ministry:
This ministry serves as part of the greeting team, to welcome visitors to the church (including how to navigate the building), and to provide more information and resources about the church, including how to get involved in the church.

Ways to serve:
Shifts are available during both Sunday morning services. Sitting chair is available in the information booth.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray for volunteers to be welcoming and helpful to visitors and for all to feel at home in the church.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Please email rbittg@gmail.com

Official Leader:
Kotaro Hamamatsu, Japanese Community Pastor

Description of ministry:
The Japanese congregation is the only Japanese church in Alabama. This congregation ministers to Japanese living in the states by providing worship and discipleship opportunities in the Japanese language.

Ways to serve:
You can join efforts to reach the Japanese community by inviting them to worship services, luncheons, bible studies, and special bridge building events.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray for the Japanese to find community among Christians and that their hearts would be softened to receive the gospel.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Ethnic Congregations Webpage. If you would like more information, please contact khamamatsu@briarwood.org.

Information coming soon!

Official Leader:
Sunghoon Shin, Korean Community Pastor

Description of ministry:
The Korean congregation ministers to Koreans living in the states by providing worship and discipleship opportunities in the Korean language.

Ways to serve:
You can join efforts to reach the Korean community by inviting them to worship services, bible studies, luncheons, special events.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray for the Koreans to find community among Christians and that their hearts would be softened to receive the gospel.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Ethnic Congregations Webpage. If you would like more information, please contact Sunghoon Shin sshin@briarwood.org.

Official Leader:
Darby Travers and Jan Ricketts

Description of ministry:
This is a visitation ministry for our homebound members or homebound loved ones. We meet every Monday morning to arrange flower bouquets (many donated by our congregation and as well as repurposing the floral arrangements used during Sunday morning worship). We then personally deliver these floral arrangements to our homebound contacts, spending time visiting and praying with them. We want to communicate with them that their church family still loves them, values them, and cares for them. We typically visit more than 60 homebound contacts weekly.

Ways to serve:
Women or men are welcome. No prior experience is needed. We can teach you to arrange flowers, or you can simply come for the visitation portion of the ministry. You may also join one of our more experienced members to do visits with them if you are uncomfortable making a social visit alone. You do not need to commit every week. Some members come monthly or at other time intervals. We would love you to join when you can. Donations of flowers to the ministry are welcome.

Prayer needs for ministry:
• Please pray that we would have enough volunteers that every homebound member could be visited each week. Please pray that we would be the aroma of Christ when we walk in a member’s door, and that the people we visit feel loved and valued as Christ loves the church.
• Please pray for the members of our congregation who are nearing heaven, that they would finish well.
• Please pray for those who go out and visit that they would be blessed and encouraged by the visitation and be encouraged by the homebound member.
• Please pray that the Gospel would go out through this ministry as some visitations are to those who do not know Christ.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Contact the Women’s Ministries office (Heather Purser, Admin Assistant, Women's Ministry, at hpurser@briarwood.org or 205-776-5311) who will connect you with the ministry leaders.

Official Leader:
Pastor Rob Looper

Description of ministry:
The Lampstand is a teaching and resource ministry of Briarwood Presbyterian Church that equips churches and their leaders to implement biblical strategies for church vitality. Our experienced faculty of pastor-teachers provide insight for developing spiritually healthy churches through Church Planting, Church Revitalization, and Church Acceleration.

Ways to serve:
• We have a prayer team which meets every Wednesday morning and the first Sunday of every month. We need more prayer warriors! We need people who are willing, committed, and will regularly pray for the health of the church in America and around the world.
• We need help organizing and assisting in the Lampstand conference each January and regional conferences around the country.
• We need teams to help follow up with church leaders after the conferences to continue building relationships to be a resource network.

Prayer needs for ministry:
• Please pray that leaders of churches across our nation would desire to have healthy churches and be spiritually healthy leaders, obedient to the Lord as they seek to make disciples.
• That God would bless our teaching team during the Lampstand conferences and that there would be meaningful follow up to keep churches connected and accountable to stay on mission, on message, and in ministry.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Lampstand Webpage. Please contact Pastor Rob Looper in the National Ministries Office (205-776-5243 or email cbono@briarwood.org)

Official Leader:
Max Bunn

Description of ministry:
Local Missions at Briarwood is committed to reaching the Birmingham metro area for Christ by sharing the gospel through evangelism, discipleship, leadership training, church planting, and practical acts of service. A key priority is mobilizing Briarwood members to actively engage in this mission, using their gifts to impact the city with the hope of Christ.

Ways to serve:
Yes we would like the whole church to fulfill the call of being ministers and missionaries.  To be doers of the Word and not just hearers only.  To discover the “good works, which God prepared beforehand, that they should walk in them”   Ephesians 2:1-10. The needs and opportunities are endless.  If anyone is passionate about reaching Birmingham for Christ by deepening and developing ministry partnerships and mobilizing Briarwood members then we can put them to work, so please contact the office for details.

Prayer needs for ministry:
• Pray for wisdom, creativity, and passion for our team in reaching Birmingham for Christ by deepening and developing key ministry partnerships.
• Pray that we would be strategic in mobilizing Briarwood members that are not engaged in ministry and that we would do it in a way that would help people use their time, gifts, and passions so that they can fulfill the good works that Christ has prepared in advance for them.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Local Mobilization Ministry Webpage. Please contact the Local Missions and Mobilization office by contacting Amy Wood at apwood@briarwood.org or contacting Max Bunn (mbunn@briarwood.org)

Official Leader:
Benny Parks, interim contact

Description of ministry:
Men of the Covenant (MOC) seeks to ensure that our church and our families, in this generation and the next, are led by strong, able, Christ-like men. We believe that building men of character and conviction is one of the highest priorities in the mission of the church. MOC offers Discipleship-oriented courses that make up the nucleus of our ministry.

Ways to serve:
Absolutely, we need men to join us as table leaders and also as participants.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray that our men would step up and seek to be strong in their faith and their walk with Christ and that each man would be in a group and also lead a group as God provides opportunity.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Men’s Ministry Webpage.

Official Leader:
Chris Thompson, Mercy Pastor

Description of ministry:
To exhort, equip and enable believers at Briarwood to minister to those in need both within the body and the community at large, especially the widows, orphans and the poor. This includes not only providing for the immediate physical needs, but with a view to providing spiritual and other support as well.

Ways to serve:
There is not a specific need for member involvement at this point since we usually have about 20 deacons on the committee. However, we do want all our members to be aware that the Mercy Ministry is available to assist if members experience hardship.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray for those we interact with to be first of all pointed to Christ as we come alongside them to minister to them physically and spiritually.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Mercy Ministry Webpage. You can also discuss with any Mercy Deacon assigned to your Sunday School community or contact Chris Thompson (205-776-5239; cthompson@briarwood.org)

Official Leader:
Linda Smedley

Description of ministry:
If a mom is looking for another mother to join her in lifting up her children before the Lord, using scripture to guide and direct the prayers, this is a good group for you. If God is prompting you to pray for your children, then have a prayer warrior come alongside and pray with you. Your prayer requests will be confidential, so you can share them confidently.

Ways to serve:
Simply come and pray with the group. Bring a friend and tell other moms and sisters in Christ about it!

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray that moms hear the call of the Lord to pray for their children and that they would come together with other moms to pray.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Women’s Ministry Webpage. Please contact Linda Smedley at lindagsmedley@gmail.com.

Official Leader:
Pastor Rob Looper

Description of ministry:
The National Ministries team has a front-row seat to see how God is working in America, connecting with MInistry Partners who extend Briarwood’s Gospel reach on college campuses, in business, in the sports arena, politics and legislation in Alabama and Washington D.C., and in challenging social and cultural places across the country.

Ways to serve:
We need help in organizing and leading the national missions conference annually. We also need members to join our National Ministries Team, helping to engage and follow with ministry partners on a regular basis. Each member has 4-5 ministry partners to follow throughout the year to connect, join in praye, and offer encouragement.

Prayer needs for ministry:
• Please pray for discernment as the team considers potential ministry partners.
• Please pray for our numerous ministry partners as they extend our reach in advancing Christ’s Kingdom.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood National Ministry Webpage. Please contact Pastor Rob Looper in the National Ministries Office (205-776-5243 or email cbono@briarwood.org)

Official Leader:
Angie Neugent

Description of ministry:
For God's glory, Briarwood Nursery Ministry exists to provide a safe, nurturing, joyful environment that partners with families to lay the foundation, from the earliest of days, for their children to know and glorify God and to worship and enjoy Him forever.  Our vision is for the youngest of children to enjoy worshiping, learning about and praying to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Ways to serve:
• Praying for the nursery - either at home, with a Sunday School class or by walking the nursery hall on Sunday mornings (we are developing a Nursery Ministry Prayer Guide)
• Teaching a nursery Sunday School class (15 minutes of pure delight!)
• Providing a continental style breakfast item for our classroom staff and security officers on Sunday mornings (can be dropped off the Thursday before or morning of at 7:30 AM)
• Volunteering in a classroom on a Sunday morning during Sunday School or one of the service hours
• Serve at the Nursery Welcome Desk to greet visitors and members
• Serve on the Nursery Committee (available for ladies who have nursery age children).

Prayer needs for ministry:
• Pray for the Holy Spirit to fill each nursery classroom with love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control so that the children will know that the nursery is 'different' and it's because of Him!
• Pray for the nursery parents to prioritize the discipleship of their children over professional careers, recreational pursuits, and any other worldly endeavor.
• Pray for the part-time nursery staff to be dependable and excellent in their work and to experience Him through our church family.  
• Pray for the Body of Christ at Briarwood to demonstrate through word and deed that children are a blessing, to happily and eagerly uphold their vows "of assisting the parents in the Christian nurture” of their children, and to recognize the importance of Christian discipleship beginning from the beginning.  
• Pray for the Nursery Ministry Leadership Team to, above all, have wisdom as we make decisions for, lead, and care for the precious children, staff and families of the nursery ministry.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
To volunteer in a classroom on a Sunday morning, sign up here. (However, depending on how soon you plan to communicate, this method could change in the future.) For all other opportunities, email aneugent@briarwood.org

Official Leader:
Faye Kelso, Briarwood Member

Description of ministry:
After completing a brief interview and committing to one hour per week, selected Briarwood members will be paired with an interested person around the world who wishes to read the Bible. Most are international students who use this Bible reading time as a way to learn English. Many do not know Jesus, but some are young in their faith or wish to read the Bible with a fellow believer.

Ways to serve:
Commit to reading the Bible for one hour each week with an assigned partner. This can take place over video conference (Zoom or Facetime) or in person. The pair decides on when and where to meet each week. There is also a weekly prayer time open to the teachers to pray together for their students and the ministry.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Please pray that the Spirit of God would control each teacher as they prepare the lesson for the student. Also pray that the student would be prepared by the Spirit of God for the lesson that would take place.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Global Missions Webpage. If you are interested in joining the team, contact Heather McDougall at 205-776-5279 or hmcdougall@briarwood.org who can then connect you with Ms. Kelso.

Official Leader:
Chris Neugent

Description of ministry:
The Orchestra strives to bring praise to our glorious God by supporting and enhancing the congregational singing on a weekly basis, by presenting special anthems of praise, and by playing special program music throughout the year. We desire to praise Him out of the overflow of our hearts, and that praise is heard through our instruments.

Ways to serve:
The orchestra is composed of traditional orchestral instruments. If you have experience (high school level or above) playing an orchestral or concert band instrument, then please contact us to discuss getting involved.

Prayer needs for ministry:
• Please pray that the Lord would send musicians who are eager to use their gifts and talents in this worshiping role.
• Pray for the hearts of the musicians - that we would always strive to offer our very best for Christ's glory
• Pray for our congregants - that they would be inspired to worship heartily, with loud voices in musical worship of God!

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Music Ministry Webpage. Please contact Penny Philley, Music Administrative Assistant (205-776-5229; pphilley@briarwood.org) or Chris Neugent (cneugent@briarwood.org)

Official Leader:
Rebecca Caskey under pastoral leadership from Bryan Wintersteen

Description of ministry:
The Persecuted Church Prayer Team gathers to pray for our brothers and sisters who are actively facing various forms of persecution for proclaiming the gospel. team meets on the second Sunday of most months to pray for the persecuted church, shares monthly and urgent prayer updates via email, and requires members to sign a confidentiality agreement to protect those serving in hostile countries.

Ways to serve:
We need more prayer warriors to join in this important prayer ministry. The ministry actively promotes its cause to the congregation through the Sunday bulletin, an annual prayer event with a guest speaker, and a dedicated informational table during the yearly Global Missions Conference.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray for the Persecuted Church on the second Sunday of every month at 5:00pm in room W-202.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Global Ministries Webpage. Contact Rebecca Caskey via email: rebeccalcaskey@gmail.com.

Official Leader:
Joyce Ann Jackson

Description of ministry:
Team of members dedicated to praying for the health of our church. We pray for our church families, pastors, ministries, leaders, and for each other in the group. There is a prayer focus/emphasis each week that is rooted in Scripture to help guide how we pray each week.

Ways to serve:
Anyone is welcome to come. Whether you have experience praying or would like to learn to pray, this is a place for you! We also welcome families and children. The goal is for Briarwood members to grow in confidence in talking with the Lord.

Prayer needs for ministry:
• Please pray that the Lord would help all of our hearts to be reliant on the Lord, to seek him throughout the day.
• Please pray that prayer warriors would be raised up in our church, to be faithful in coming to Him continually through prayer.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Please contact Joyce Ann Jackson via email at joyceann1947@hotmail.com or visit us during Mid-week and come to the Prayer Room above the Foyer

Official Leader:
Scott Hannah

Description of ministry:
Quest utilizes recreation in various forms to pursue and support the Mission Statement of Briarwood.  Our current ministry cogs are Camp Briarwood, the Briarwood Soccer Club, Trail Life, American Heritage Girls, Ladies Fitness, Cheer, and Pickleball.

Ways to serve:
Camp Briarwood needs nurses and physicians to serve at camp. Soccer Club needs coaches and other roles, but many opportunities are available! If you’re interested, please contact the ministry about various ways to serve.

Prayer needs for ministry:
We serve over 2,000 children and their families each year at camps, on fields, etc. Please pray that we would always seek to glorify God and for protection for everyone involved.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Contact the Quest office at 205-776-5237 or visit their website here!

Official Leader:
Brenda Parks

Description of ministry:
Helping our ladies be strengthened physically, mentally and spiritually through exercise, prayer and fellowship.

Ways to serve:
We would love for any interested women to come to the classes and experience not only a fun fitness class, but also a wonderful community of fellowship, encouragement, and prayer. Presently we offer 2 classes.
• Ladies 60+ - chair based movement, gentle strength, mobility and balance class.
• Ladies of all ages – strength training, balance, and functional movement.
○If interested, the ministry is seeking a couple of ladies who are willing to get certified to teach or sub classes when needed (seeking women who have a love for fitness and using this as a way to minister at Briarwood).  

Prayer needs for ministry:
• For the ladies involved to be strengthened physically, mentally and spiritually in order to serve the Lord more diligently.
• For this to be a loving community and provide a way for outreach by bringing friends and non-believers to fitness classes.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Find more info on the website Quest or email Brenda Parks at brendabparks@gmail.com

Official Leader:
Stephen Merwin, Campus Minister (stephen.merwin@ruf.org)

Description of ministry:
Reformed University Fellowship—International (RUF-I) helps equip the local church to proclaim Christ in word and deed to international students. RUF-I at UAB has a team of volunteers who work with our campus minister (Stephen Merwin) and intern (Joanna Woo) to welcome students from around the world with gospel hospitality, explore the Scriptures in genuine friendship, and equip believers to grow as disciples of Jesus.

Ways to serve:
• For those with time and interest in building a relationship with a student, we have a weekly free meal on Tuesday nights to meet students.
• We also need help collecting and distributing furniture donated to students, giving rides to grocery stories on the weekend, giving driving lessons, and hosting events in homes near UAB or in fun locations like a lake house, and reading the Bible over Zoom with an international. Finally, please sign up for our prayer letter to stay up-to-date with the latest needs and stories of how God is at work.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray for the Spirit of God to give the international students at UAB an irresistible desire to study the Word of God and know Jesus, the author of the Word.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
All interest and questions can be emailed to Stephen Merwin, stephen.merwin@ruf.org. You can also visit the UAB RUF-International Webpage.

Official Leader:
Debbie Little

Description of ministry:
The Briarwood bookstore is one of only a few reformed book stores in the Southeastern US. The bookstore serves and ministers to Briarwood members and any visitors.

Ways to serve:
Seeking a woman to help on various Friday afternoons to unpackage boxes and label books starting at 1 PM.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray for a good team, schedules around vacations, adequate staffing, more square footage in the future, and space for items around the seasonal time.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Please email Debbie Little at dlittle@briarwood.org

Official Leader:
Michael Johnson

Description of ministry:
Special Connections exists to evangelize and disciple both children and adults with special needs.

Ways to serve:
In order to serve in Special Connections, volunteers will need to be a Briarwood member for a minimum of one year, have a heart for the Lord, and for people with special needs.

Prayer needs for ministry:
• Pray that all our participants come to know the Lord
• Pray for the family members going to church to know their child/adult is being taken care of in the special needs class.

Best way for interested members to sign up or get more
Please contact Michal Johnson at 205-776-5291 or mjohnston@briarwood.org

Official Leader:
Ellen Fox, Briarwood Member

Description of ministry:
Threads of Comfort is a ministry where Briarwood members come together to knit and crochet for other members and various community centers including Sav-A-Life, various other pregnancy crisis centers, military care-packages, and chemotherapy infusion centers. We make infant clothes, chemotherapy caps, and prayer shawls among other things.

Ways to serve:
Please come and join us every Wednesday from 10:00 –11:30 a.m. in A205 (on the 2nd floor of the administration building). We love for experienced knitters or crocheters to come, but even if you have no experience in knitting you can be taught by the team.

Prayer needs for ministry:
• That those who receive the item would feel the love of Christ through it. That these donations would be a “hug from the Lord” to those who are suffering.
• Please pray that the ministry would grow and that more members would join to help increase the amount of donations which can be made.
• Please pray that the needs of the congregation would be met through this ministry and that those in need would make themselves known to be loved through this ministry.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Women’s Ministry Webpage. Please contact the Women’s Ministry office who can then connect you with the ministry leadership.

Official Leader:
Brad Barnett

Description of ministry:
Trail Life, a subgroup under the Quest Recreation Ministry, aims to build character and leadership in boys and young men (5-17 years old) via activities that encompass outdoor adventure.

Ways to serve:
Quest is in need of volunteers that possess any of the following: outdoor camping skills, survivor skills, knowledge about history and/or science, and guest speakers.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray that we lead boys to become Christian men who will be leaders and have an admiration for the Lord.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the website at Trail Life or email troopmaster@al254.org

Official Leader:
Sharon Johnston

Description of ministry:  
The goal of this ministry is to provide fellowship, learning opportunities, and travel opportunities to adults 60 and over.

Ways to serve:
The Trailblazer ministry hosts various social outings and game days Trips range from day trips, to international travel, to Diamond Tours, and Christmas.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray for more adults 60 years and older to get involved in Christian Fellowship.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
○Information about events can be found in the Briarwood bulletin. If you have questions, email Sharon Johnston at sjohnston@briarwood.org or visit the Trailblazers Website for more information.

Official Leader:
Patti Claud

Description of ministry:
The live walk through Nativity consists of 13 scenes from the Bible, portraying the birth, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, to display the true meaning of Christmas to both believers and non-believers. The event is free to the public and all ages are welcome to come and see what Christ has done!  

Ways to serve:
Walk Through Nativity requires approximately 700 volunteers – every member is crucial to make this event happen! Volunteer opportunities include (but are not limited to!): live cast (no prior acting experience required), parking assistance, dressing of the cast, greeters (inside and outside), outreach team, building the set and taking down of the set, providing cookies, and much more!

Prayer needs for ministry
• Pray the Lord will bring people to the Walk Through Nativity in order to draw them to Himself
• Pray members will be involved and use their gifts and talents
• Pray for good weather

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Please contact Patti Claud at 205-776-5282 or pclaud@briarwood.org. Nativity sign up sheets will also be made available to each Sunday School class.

Official Leader:
Rebecca Langer- interim leader

Description of ministry:
A ministry dedicated to staying connected to women who have recently become widows within the past year.

Ways to serve:
Monthly phone calls are made to stay connected with women who find themselves newly widowed. Two lunches are hosted every year in May and November.  

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray for the women who find themselves newly widowed as they grieve and figure out next steps.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Please email the Pastoral Care Team at altadenaministries@briarwood.org

Official Leader:
Landon McKee

Description of ministry:
Glorifying God by providing consistent, quality Christian radio and internet programming to the Briarwood congregation and the community 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week.

Ways to serve:
The WLJR-FM Radio ministry is seeking volunteers who are eager to be involved and who possess skills in technology and/or audio equipment.

Prayer needs for ministry:
• Pray for God to be glorified and for the listener to be encouraged with the programs being aired
• Pray for the WLJR-FM Radio staff to have patience and discernment with programming decisions

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Please email avstaff@briarwood.org or visit the website here

Official Leader:
Emma Cockley- Interim Director

Description of ministry:
Women Business Leaders (WBL) is a ministry committed to gathering with women, helping them learn about and align with the good news of the Gospel, and encouraging them to steward their influence for God’s glory.

Ways to serve:
WBL is seeking women who are capable of leading and mentoring members within a small group

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray for a new director to lead the ministry.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Please visit the website at Women Business Leaders or email Emma Cockley at emma@wblbirmingham.org

Official Leader:
Kristie Harrick, Women’s Ministry Director

Description of ministry:
The Briarwood Women’s Ministry seeks to equip women to know God and to glorify Him in our home, church, community and world.

Ways to serve:
Every upcoming event or activity needs member involvement. We provide sign-up opportunities for women wanting to serve - this can range from greeting at events, decorating, providing food, clean up, hosting events in their home, etc. This varies event to event.

Prayer needs for ministry:
Please pray that the women of our church would know God deeply, love authentically, and grow more mature in Christ.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Women’s Ministry Webpage for more details of the various needs and events.

Official Leader:
Tricia Corbett, Briarwood Member

Description of ministry:
The World Orphan Outreach (WOO) team is a subgroup of the Global Ministry Team. Our vision is to mobilize Briarwood members to be actively engaged in world orphan outreach by Educating, Motivating, and Equipping.

Ways to serve:
The WOO team regularly prays for and supports our local and overseas orphan ministries.

Prayer needs for ministry:
• Pray that the Lord’s church would “bring justice to the fatherless” (Isaiah 1:17), and that orphans around the world would experience the love of Christ.
• Pray for wisdom for the WOO team as we prayerfully consider what orphan ministries to partner with and support.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Global Missions Webpage. If you would like more information about joining this team, please email briarwoodwoo@gmail.com or contact Tricia Corbett at tcorbett20@yahoo.com.

Official Leader:
John Haines, Pastor of Worship

Description of ministry:
The Worship and Music ministry seeks to serve the pulpit ministry by planning the liturgies and fostering multi-styled worship for multi-generational worship. The various choirs, worship ensembles, and the orchestra seek to glorify God, encourage the Body of Christ, and magnify the message of salvation through music and song.

Ways to serve:
• There are numerous ways to serve and get involved with the Worship and Music ministry. Please see information below
• Anyone who can open their voice and make a joyful noise to our Lord should consider joining the choir!

Prayer needs for ministry:
That our members would walk before God and be holy and love the church as Jesus does.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Music Ministry Webpage. Please contact Penny Philley, Music Administrative Assistant (205-776-5229; pphilley@briarwood.org) or Pastor Haines (jhaines@briarwood.org)

Official Leader:
Abby Hawkins

Description of ministry:
Young Business Leaders (YBL) provides mentorship and weekly small groups to connect and equip like-minded men as they live out their faith in the workplace.

Ways to serve:
YBL is currently seeking older men who are willing to mentor and lead small groups with younger, business leaders.

Prayer needs for ministry:
• Pray for the discipleship of men in Birmingham.
• Pray for a new director of Women Business Leaders (WBL).

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Please email info@ybl.org or visit our website YBL

Official Leader:
Aaron Webb, Young Couples Pastor

Description of ministry:
The Young Couples Ministry at Briarwood seeks to equip young married couples to worship God, love and lead their families, and to serve and integrate with the church body at Briarwood

Ways to serve:
The Young Couples Ministry is seeking small group leaders, hosts for events, and meals for young couples welcoming children

Prayer needs for ministry:
Pray for Briarwood’s young couples as they serve the Lord during a busy season of life.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Contact Aaron Webb at 205-776-5186 or awebb@briarwood.org

Official Leader:
Chris Neugent

Description of ministry:
The youth choir is for our 7th-12th grade students who will be trained and developed to be the next generation of musical worship leaders through singing and choral music.

Ways to serve:
Youth to participate in youth choir, No prior experience or auditions required, anyone is welcome

Prayer needs for ministry:
Please pray for continued growth of the reach of this ministry to our youth and for the hearts and souls of the students who attend, that it would be more than just music, but that it would also be spiritual development.

Ways to get more information or sign up:
Visit the Briarwood Music Ministry Webpage. Please contact Penny Philley, Music Administrative Assistant (205-776-5229; pphilley@briarwood.org) or Chris Neugent (cneugent@briarwood.org)

• Mom's Prayer Group
• Persecuted Church Prayer Team
• Prayer for Briarwood
• World Orphan Outreach Team

• Adoption Connection
• Birmingham Theological Seminary
• Briarwood Ballet
• Briarwood Brothers on the Path
• Briarwood College Ministry
• Briarwood Counseling Ministry
• Briarwood Fellows
• Briarwood Grace Ladies
• Briarwood International Outreach (BIO)
• Briarwood Mom 2 Mom
• Briarwood Publication/Communications
• Briarwood Youth Groups (Raiders and BYG - Youth Ministry)
• Children's Choir
• Children’s Ministry
• Children's Worship Volunteer
• Countdown to Christmas (part of the Women's Ministry)
• Evangelism/Bridge to Life
• Flower Guild
• Fostering Hope
• Global Missions Conference
• Handbell Choir
• Information Booth Volunteering
• Kitchen team at BPC
• Men of the Covenant
• Mercy Ministry
• Nursery
• Orchestra
• Quest (Recreation)
• Quest Ladies Fitness
• Screening Books for Briarwood Library and Book Store
• Special Connections
• Threads of Comfort
• Trail Life
• Trailblazers
• Walk Through Nativity
• Widow's Ministry
• WLJR-FM Radio
• Women Business Leaders (WBL)
• Women’s Ministry
• Worship and Music (Choirs, Worship Teams)
• Young Business Leaders
• Young Couples Ministry
• Youth Choir

• Adoption Connection
• Briarwood Ballet
• Briarwood Counseling Ministry
• Briarwood International Outreach (BIO)
• Evangelism/Bridge to Life
• Fostering Hope
• Mercy Ministry
• Quest (Recreation)
• Threads of Comfort
• Trail Life
• WLJR-FM Radio
• Women Business Leaders (WBL)
• Young Business Leaders
• Briarwood Hispanic Congregation
• Briarwood Pastoral Care Team
• Briarwood Soccer Club
• Campus Outreach Birmingham
• CarePortal
• Christian Medical Ministry of Alabama
• Foundations Early Learning & Family Center
• Japanese Community Congregation
• Korean Community Congregation
• L.O.V.E. Ministry
• Local Missions and Mobilization
• One-on-One Bible Reading
• Reformed University Fellowship International

• One-on-One Bible Reading
• Church Planting Team
• Global Short-Term Missions
• Lampstand (Church Revitalization Ministry)
• National Missions

• One-on-One Bible Reading
• Global Short-Term Missions
• Reformed University Fellowship International
• Global Missions Conference
• Persecuted Church Prayer Team
• World Orphan Outreach Team
• Global Ministry Team

• Briarwood Ballet
• Briarwood Youth Groups (Raiders and BYG - Youth Ministry)
• Children's Choir
• Children’s Ministry
• Children's Worship Volunteer
• Nursery
• Youth Choir

• Women Business Leaders (WBL)
• Briarwood Grace Ladies
• Briarwood Mom 2 Mom
• Countdown to Christmas (part of the Women's Ministry)
• Widow's Ministry
• Women’s Ministry

• Young Business Leaders
• Briarwood Brothers on the Path
• Men of the Covenant