There is no worship service at Family in Christ on Sunday, August 9th, 2026!
But, why?
Church is not a building or what we do on Sunday mornings. Church is the people in the building!
On Sunday, August 9th, those people will be outside the walls of the building making God's presence known in our community serving our neighbor, Ryan Elementary School!
Summer Serve Day 2026
Ryan Elementary Project List
Event Date: Sunday, August 9, 2026
Location: Ryan Elementary School (5851 W 115th Ave, Westminster, CO 80020)
Event Description:
Join us as we serve Ryan Elementary through practical projects, blessing teachers, students, and staff in Jesus’ name. This is a great opportunity for families, small groups, and individuals to live out our mission together.
Please review the opportunities below and sign up where you can serve. REGISTRATIONS COMING SOON! STAY TUNED HERE TO THIS WEBPAGE!
General Reminders
Bring plenty of water.
Wear paint-appropriate, comfortable clothing.
Families welcome; tasks are matched to age appropriateness.
Faithfulness beats speed: Work safely and thoroughly.
NOTE: We would love for everyone to bring a lawn chair for the post-project BBQ!
REGISTRATIONS COMING SOON! STAY TUNED HERE TO THIS WEBPAGE!
Task 1
Paint curbs
Description
Repaint bus loop and drop-off curbs
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
Paint scrapers, paint brushes, containers, rags
Task 2
Power wash curbs
Description
Scrape and prep for painting by power washing curbs (must be done Friday before). Power wash the front sidewalks and entrance areas near door entrances, and mats
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
4 Power washers, one for each
Task 3
Stain wooden fence
Description
Re-stain the wooden fence next to the parking lot
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
Paint brushes, containers, rags
Task 4
Clean windows
Description
Scrape off any tape/sticky residue and clean windows
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
Rags, cleaners, scrapers for window residue, Squeegee
Task 5
Swings and Sidewalk, Sandbox toys
Description
Repaint the legs of the swings on the playground. Sweep sand and rocks back into the sand areas; rake sand areas. Clean and organize sandbox toys.
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
Paint brushes, containers, rags, broom, rakes, large buckets, rags, soap
Task 6
Front Rock Beds
Description
Pull weeds from rock bed area near front entrance. Level rocks and blow out leaves.
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
Bucket for weeds, gloves, dandelion digger, blower, extension cord
Task 7
Check-in and Volunteer Coordination
Description
Welcome and coordinate volunteers and supplies, and provide encouragement
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
None
Task 8
Photographer
Description
Take pics or videos throughout the event
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
None
Task 9
Unpack chromebooks
Description
Help unpack the many new Chromebooks the school is getting.
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
None
Task 10
Deliver school supply kits
Description
For students who ordered supply kits, they need to be delivered to the correct rooms.
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
None
Task 11
Recess cart
Description
Organize and prep cart equipment, pump up balls, etc.
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
Pump for sports balls
Task 12
Staff bathrooms
Description
Paint and/or refresh
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
Paint brushes, containers, rags, painter’s tape
Task 13
Safety buckets
Description
Check and refill for each classroom.
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
None
Task 14
Posters
Description
Help rehang behavior charts and posters.
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
TBD
Task 15
Teacher’s Lounge
Description
Clean and organize
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
Rags, buckets, general all-purpose cleaner
Task 16
Cafeteria refresh
Description
Wipe down and clean tables
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
Rags, buckets, general all-purpose cleaner
Task 17
Yard Team
Description
Mow and trim blow walks and east driveway
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
Brooms, blowers, lawnmower
Task 18
Inside Window Washing
Description
Clean inside of windows
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
Buckets, Rags, Squeegees, Glass cleaner, etc
Task 19
Sidewalk Chalk
Description
Encouraging fun words and pictures
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
Chalk
Task 20
Prepare and Serve BBQ Lunch
Description
Help set up and serve the BBQ lunch at Ryan Elementary/Ryan Park
Start Time
TBD
Supplies to Bring
Grills, Tablecloths, Food, Utensils, Trash Bags, Etc