Lenten Cross Prep Workshop

We are so excited to invite you to be a vital part of the House of Mercy Lenten Cross program! This beautiful tradition helps our community embrace the pillars of prayer, service, and almsgiving, but it all starts with the hands that prepare the way. We are looking for a dedicated team of volunteers to help us assemble the thousands of tags that will soon hang on crosses throughout our local churches. Whether you have a few hours to spare or can join us for a full day, your contribution—no matter how small it may seem—is what makes this entire program possible.

Want to see how these tags make a difference? Learn more about the Lenten Cross program here.

Project Details
This is a wonderful opportunity for those who enjoy a social, indoor task that requires a steady hand and a helpful heart.

This is a true team effort! Last year, our volunteers hand-crafted over 3,500 tags, which meant carefully placing 10,000+ individual labels and stickers to ensure every message was perfect. It’s a rhythmic, mostly seated task that is perfect for chatting with fellow volunteers while making a massive impact.

Please see the available volunteer slots below to sign up!

Key Information

Volunteers must be at least 12 years old. Those aged 12–15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All minors must submit a signed Minor Volunteer Form (see below). Please note: Are you a parent volunteering with your child? Please sign up for two slots—one for each of you.

New to House of Mercy? Complete our one-time event waiver below. For this event, you do not need to be a registered volunteer. Click on the form below to download it. Before you arrive, email the completed form to Marc Flores at mflores@houseofmercyva.org. If you and all persons volunteering are already active House of Mercy registered volunteers (within the past five months), you do not need to present the forms below.

If you or a minor will need verification of hours served during this event, please include their full name in the primary sign-up, include their full name in the sign-up notes, or email Marc Flores their full name and description of the volunteer service.

Groups: If you are a group of three or more people who are not related, please email mflores@houseofmercyva.org to inquire about a service day or to check group availability for this event.