Ministries of the Church
“Seeking, Sharing, Serving Christ”
Seeking:
Worship
Sunday Mornings at 10:30 AM
Blended worship focused upon God’s word, hymns and choruses, weekly communion, adult choir, and children’s
moment. A children’s worship program is offered during the sermon time. Nursery care is provided for infant –
Kindergarten.
Prayer Ministries
Wednesday Morning Prayer: 10:00AM in the Parlor
The focus of this ministry is to pray for the needs of members and friends, to seek God’s
guidance for the church’s ministry, and pray for the community and the nation. We also share a brief devotional time.
Kingdom Seekers: Wednesday 6:30 to 7:30 PM in the Parlor
This mid-week study group is open to the entire church and focuses on seeking the Lord through
worship, prayer and Bible Study. Come join us for a time of intimate fellowship and sharing.
Music Ministry
Chancel Choir Choir Practice Thursday at 7:00 PM in the chapel
Under the leadership of our Minister of Music Dave Zavasky, we sing for the joy of the Lord.
The choir sings a blend of classic and contemporary anthems to bring Glory to the Lord and encouragement to God’s people.
All are welcome!
Christian Education
Sunday School
Sunday Mornings before worship at 9:30 AM
We have three adult classes and classes for nursery, children, and youth.
Come join us as we study the Word of God and encourage one another to discipleship.
Sharing:
Fifth Sunday Family Fun
Once a quarter when there is a 5th Sunday, our younger youth and their families gather
for times of fun and games. Some of these activities have included Chili Cook-off and Harvest Party (for the entire church),
carnival and games, cook outs, movies and pizza.
Youth Groups
Monthly youth activities for Junior High (Chi Rho) and High School (CYF). Activities include
fellowship opportunities, devotions and worship, mission trips, outings, Summer Camp and retreats. See Youth Ministry Page.
Adult Fellowship Groups
CCW
(Christian Church Woman’s ministry)
Lydia Circle First Wednesday of each month 9:00 AM in the parlor
Join us for fellowship, sharing, refreshments, and devotions. Season times for breakfast outings.
Actively support outreach ministries of the church. Rella Potts leads the devotion and members take turns hosting refreshments.
Esther Circle First Wednesday of each month at 7:00 PM in the parlor
Join us for fellowship, sharing, refreshments and devotional study and prayer. They also have
special holiday fellowship times. Actively supports the outreach ministries of the church. Members lead the devotion and take
turns hosting refreshments.
The Well 3rd Tuesday at 7:00 – 8:15 PM in the parlor
A younger women’s Bible Study Fellowship using the Women of Faith study series. Bring your
Bible and a notebook/journal as we learn and share together. Child care is provided.
The CCW also sponsors church dinners as well as rummage sales, and a yearly craft show.
Christian Men’s Fellowship (CMF)
The men of the church meet monthly for breakfast on a Saturday morning at an area restaurant.
This is a great time of sharing, great food and a lot of fun. Watch your calendar for our next CMF breakfast! CMF also helps
with holiday breakfasts for the entire church.
Senior Luncheon
Our senior’s meet monthly and share their own secret recipes to make a great feast for
all! The fellowship is great and they usually sing some old hymns, have special programs and save time for a fun game of cards
or other table games.
Serving:
Mission Outreach:
As a church we financially support Disciples regional and general ministries, Week of Compassion
disaster and longer term relief ministry, Church World Service, Salvation Army food offerings and back to school supply collection,
and Faith in Action of Western Stark County (Volunteer ministry to elderly and disabled in their homes).
We’ve also begun a local mission outreach with area group homes for persons with disabilities.
We also enjoy participation in the holiday parade and downtown Summer Kids Fest.
Busy Hands (Woman’s outreach ministry)
Each Monday at 7:00 PM
3rd Tuesday 9:00-11:00 AM
This exciting ministry is a combination of fellowship, food for thought from the Bible, and sewing,
crocheting, and knitting. Projects are donated to area agencies and schools in need. Example projects include: totes, scarves,
hats, lap blankets for elderly, and others. Those who want to learn to sew, crochet, etc. are welcome as well as organizers
and community communicators are needed. Contact Genevieve Zavasky for more questions.
“Youth to the Rescue”
Our youth help with fall clean up and leaf removal for senior members of the church. Contact
the office or Sonja Dulabahn if you need there help.
Yearly Mission trip
Available to both youth and adults. In the past we have worked with the Rural Appalachian Housing
Development, and Stark County’s Hammer’s and Nails outreach ministry. Watch your calendars and please support
our fundraisers to support these powerful yearly hands on ministry.
Fellowship Hall Charitable events
Our fellowship has been the sight for several fundraising dinners over the past years for groups
like Hospice of Stark County, Habitat for Humanity, and Faith in Action of Stark County. We’ve also been the host church
for several benefit dinners for persons with major medical and or financial need. To inquire about special events call the
office at (330) 833-8559.
Please join us as we seek, share and serve the Lord together.
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