Powers Catholic High School Service Program

Being the Hands and Feet of Jesus Christ"Faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead." – James 2:17
At Powers Catholic High School, we believe every student is called to be the hands and feet of Jesus Christ by serving others with compassion, humility, and love. Service is more than a graduation requirement—it is an opportunity to put our faith into action, recognize the dignity of every person, and care for God's creation. Through meaningful service, our students become Christ's presence in their families, parishes, schools, and communities.


Graduation RequirementStudents must complete 50 Christian Service Hours to graduate.

• 30 hours completed by the end of junior year
• 20 hours completed during senior year through the Senior Capstone Project

Recommended Timeline

• Freshman–Junior Years: Approximately 5 hours each semester
• Senior Year: Complete the 20-hour Capstone Project

Ways Students Can Be the Hands and Feet of Jesus Christ 
Community Service (Minimum: 15 Hours Required) 
Students must complete at least 15 hours serving the broader community through approved nonprofit organizations.
Examples include:

• Food banks and homeless shelters
• Outreach ministries
• Serving the elderly, children, or individuals with disabilities
• Environmental stewardship and conservation
• Animal welfare organizations that reflect our call to care for God's creation

School Service
​Students may serve the Powers Catholic community through activities such as:

• Open House
• The Crim
• Community Night
• Camp of Champions
• Fine Arts performances
• Athletic concession stands

Parish/Parish School/Church Service
​Students are encouraged to strengthen their faith community through service opportunities including:

• Vacation Bible School
• Religious education
• Altar serving
• Choir or youth ministry
• Parish events and fundraisers
• Parish or parish school service projects

Living Our Faith Through Service
Service Hours Must:
✔ Be completed outside of school hours
✔ Involve active participation—not simply donating items
✔ Be submitted through MobileServe during the semester they are completed
✔ Include the actual service date(s)
✔ Be verified by the supervising adult using an organizational email address

Service Hours Will Not Count If:
✘ Submitted after the semester deadline
✘ Completed during the regular school day
✘ Not properly verified
✘ Used to fulfill another organization's service requirement (NHS, Rotary, Scouts, etc.)
✘ The student serves as their own supervisor

Choosing a Service Opportunity
Students should select organizations from the approved list available on the school website.
If an organization is not listed, pre-approval is required before service begins. Students should submit a proposal to the Service Coordinator describing:

• the organization,
• the service they plan to complete,
• and how the organization serves the community.

How Parents Can Help
Parents play an important role in helping students develop a lifelong heart for service.
You can support your student by:

• Encouraging service throughout the year rather than waiting until deadlines.
• Helping your student submit service hours promptly in MobileServe.
• Talking about how serving others reflects Christ's love and compassion.
• Emphasizing meaningful service rather than simply completing required hours.
• Verifying service only when serving as the official on-site supervisor and using an organizational email address.

Our Goal
The Powers Catholic Service Program exists to help every student become a disciple who:

• Lives as the hands and feet of Jesus Christ
• Serves others with compassion, humility, and joy
• Recognizes the dignity of every person
• Cares for God's creation
• Leads with faith, integrity, and a commitment to the common good
• Develops a lifelong habit of Christian service

We hope our graduates leave Powers Catholic not only with completed service hours, but with hearts transformed by a lifetime of serving Christ through serving others.
Questions?
​Bridget Rabine
Service Coordinator • Room 110
[email protected]


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Current Service Opportunities

Not sure where to serve? Here are some regularly updated opportunities.

St. John's Applefest: Applefest is fast approaching and St. John's (Fenton) is in need of many volunteers to help make this a success.  Please sign-up using the attached Sign-Up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4EAAAB2CABFFC07-65176067-2026#/ https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0E4EAAAB2CABFFC07-65176067-2026?useFullSite=false
Habitat for Humanity has several opportunities:  
 We have some projects that we need your help with! These are all great opportunities for team bonding and relationship building
-House demo (the sooner the better)
-2 Donated houses that we will be remodeling/fixing up (in the works)
-Staining porches 
-Landscaping (at our building and other houses that we own)
-Construction Organization 
Contact Madison Brayton at ​810-766-9089 ext. 216

Holy Spirit Lutheran Church (7234 Fenton Rd.) hosts a free food distribution monthly and are looking for volunteers.  Volunteers should arrive at the church by 8am for the following dates:  May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15, September 19, & October 17.  Any questions please contact Rev. Dr. Nathan Allen at [email protected].  

McLaren Hospital Volunteers Needed: Fill out the Volunteer Application for consideration:  https://www.mclaren.org/main/volunteer-application-mclaren-flint 

​Carriage Town Ministries is in need of volunteers.  Use this link to apply: https://www.carriagetown.org/volunteer-application 
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The Food Bank of Eastern Michigan needs your help!  We are currently seeking  volunteers to assist with various tasks at our food bank. Whether you’re sorting donations, packing boxes, or helping with distribution, your time and effort will make a significant impact on those in need.

1. Sign Up: Email Brook Summers [email protected] or give call to schedule a volunteer opportunity (810-396-0210).
2.  Hours are MONDAY-FRIDAY from 8:30am until 4:30pm. We also have Saturday availability from 9am-2pm by request,

Your support can help us fight hunger and make a real difference in the lives of many. 
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Holy Redeemer Catholic Church Outreach Program needs volunteers to distribute food and necessities to the local community on: 
​ Tuesdays: 1:00pm-3:00pm, Wednesdays: 1:00pm-3:00pm, Thursdays: 10:00am-12:00pm and 5:00pm-7:00pm
 Volunteers may contact Pax Urgino at email [email protected] or 810 406 5557 or contact Frank Yaquinto at 810 244 1685
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Hand of Hope is in need of volunteers to help at their new location.  After school and weekend hours are available.  Please contact Tiara Blassingame at
​ (810) 875-8544 to set-up hours.
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Tutoring @St. Mary / Eastside Mission (to be determined by your schedule)
Contact person:  Sr. Rachel ([email protected])
Address: 2500 N. Franklin Ave, Flint, MI

Christ the King Food Pantry (Wednesday, 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm)
Contact information:  Sean White (810) 513-8028 ([email protected])
Help to organize the food, clean the fridge and everything else!  
Note:  Contact Sean to schedule other times other than Wednesdays too!

Holy Spirit Lutheran Church (7234 Fenton Rd. Grand Blanc) offers free food on the third Saturday of the month from May through October to those in need.  In order to do this, we need approximately 40 volunteers to help with the distribution each month.  We ask volunteers to come at 8:00am and park at the Sikh Temple parking lot directly south of the church.  The distribution begins at 9:00am and goes until the food runs out (usually around 11:00am with a lunch for volunteers following).  Volunteers do not have to stay for the entire distribution, and will be instructed about what to do when they arrive.  If you have any questions, please contact the church office at 810-424-6707 or [email protected].
Food Distribution Flyer

Big Brother Big Sisters -  has an urgent need for volunteers.  Currently, they have almost 250 waiting Littles, mostly young boys, who are waiting for someone to ignite their potential. Mentors in our program have the opportunity to connect and advocate for youth in our community. When youth develop healthy relationships with caring and supportive adults, they are positioned to do well in school and in life, realizing their full potential. Please join us in our mission to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.   For more information, on our program, you can visit our website at https://www.bbbsflint.org/be/

Answer Center for Women
(810) 234-7777    Tuesday- Thursday 9-2
Please contact Sussy, the Executive Director, ahead of the time you wish to volunteer.  Tasks include vacuuming, cleaning bathrooms, wiping stuff down, taking out trash. They also have clothing opportunities. That would include putting baby and maternity clothing in the washer, dryer, and putting clothing up. 

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Partner Organizations

Carriage Town Ministries
St. Luke’s NEW Life Center
Eisenhower Elementary School
Whaley Children's Center
H.E.L.P
4-H Program
Boys & Girls Club of Flint
McLaren Hospitality House
The Crim Foundation
Catholic Charities Mid Michigan Resource Center
North End Soup Kitchen
Catholic Charities Center for Hope
Heartbeat of Greater Flint and Genesee County
Food Bank of Eastern Michigan
Flint Soap Box Derby
​New Calvary Cemetery
St. John Vianney Catholic School
St. Robert Catholic School
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Xceptional Heroes
St. Mary's Mission East Side
Active Boys in Christ
FISH of Grand Blanc
Holy Rosary Catholic School
Holy Family Catholic Church
Genesee County Free Clinic
Motherly Intercession
The Gabriel Project
Pregnancy Help Clinic
Gloria Coles Flint Public Library
Hand of Hope Thrift Boutique
Holy Redeemer Catholic Church
Marion Crouse Instructional Center
Medical Team---Hospice
​The Oaks at Woodfield
​Crossover Ministries
​Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flint and Genesee County

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