Summer is a lively time at the Billy Graham Library

Summer is a lively time at the Billy Graham Library and seasonal volunteers are a key part of making the ministry happen. Are you a student or teacher looking for a meaningful volunteering opportunity during the summer? Become a Billy Graham Library summer volunteer! To receive summer volunteer status, we ask that you commit to serve for at least two months of the summer. Summer volunteers can serve in three ways:

The Journey of Faith and Homeplace: Serve by welcoming guests to the Library, assisting guests through The Journey of Faith tour, and praying with guests. You must commit to serve 16 hours per month.
Bookstore Greeter: Greet and direct guests in the bookstore area. Volunteer will become familiar with the titles offered, gift products, and the layout of the store to help guests find the resources they need. Volunteer may occasionally be asked to straighten or restock as needed. Volunteer will primarily interact with guests in the bookstore. You must commit to serve 16 hours per month.
Dairy Bar Attendant: Provide customer service while cleaning, restocking, serving, and assisting with general food service duties. You must commit to serve 16 hours per month.

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Summer Volunteer FAQ

What are the benefits of becoming a Library Volunteer?
- Be a part of lives changing every day through the power of the Holy Spirit.
- Join a community of people who love to serve others and support one another.
- Be inspired to share your faith with others.
- Meet people from around the world.
- Attend prayer and devotional meetings.
- Gain important community service hours.
- Grow and strengthen your faith.
- Enjoy discounts in the Graham Brothers’ Dairy Bar and Ruth’s Attic bookstore.
What do summer volunteers at the Library do?
- Welcome guests to the Library.
- Assist guests through The Journey of Faith tour.
- Assist the Bookstore Team or the Dairy Bar Team.
What are the different shifts (times) available to serve?
The Journey of Faith and Homeplace Volunteers have two shifts:
- The morning shift is from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
- The afternoon shift is from 1 p.m. to 5:30 pm.
Both shifts are given 25-minute breaks.

Shift times for the Bookstore Team and the Dairy Bar Team will vary.
What are the requirements?
- You must have a Christian testimony.
- You must be 16 years of age or older.
- You must reside in Charlotte, NC, or the surrounding area.
- You must visit the Library and go on the Journey of Faith tour.
- You must complete an interview and background check.
- You must provide a pastoral and two general references.
- You must sign the Volunteer Agreement.
- You must agree with BGEA’s Statement of Faith and Code of Conduct.
- You must attend training.
- You must be able to provide your own transportation to and from the Library.
- You must be able to stand for four hours (with breaks).
What is the process to become a volunteer?
- The selection process begins with various reference checks, a criminal background check, and a one-hour interview.
- Once accepted, volunteers attend a day of On-site training and a day of Christian Life & Witness training.
How do I start the process?

Begin by completing the volunteer application form. Please read our Statement of Faith and Volunteer Requirements before you apply.
What happens after I complete the application?
- We will contact you to schedule an interview.
- If we determine you are a good fit for our volunteer ministry, we will send you an invitation to our next On-site training here at the Library.
What will I wear?
- For The Journey of Faith and Homeplace volunteers, the Billy Graham Library provides a Billy Graham Library vest and scarf or tie.
- You provide a white collared short-sleeve or long-sleeve shirt, black pants/skirt and comfortable shoes.
- Dairy Bar Assistants and Bookstore Greeters have separate apparel requirements.