Prayer and Nurturing

The Deacons Our Prayer Chain Small Groups Special Opportunities

..... pray for each other so that you may be healed.
                                          The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective. James 5:16


At the forefront of our programs is the care and nurturing of our members and our prayers for those in need.

THE DEACONS

Our Deacons' programs are extensive and far reaching. They visit the shut-ins and arrange for emergency transportation for those in need. A favorite program is the exam-time cookie packages for our college freshmen. On a more visible note, the Deacons prepare and serve the coffee for our Sunday morning fellowship time, set up Communion and arrange for our greeters and ushers.

OUR PRAYER CHAIN

A chain is comprised of strong individual interlocking links --- each supporting the other. So fashioned, it can lift up, anchor, and tie together, whatever its purpose. Our prayer chain functions in much the same way. The prayer chain, which involves over 175 members, quickly spreads (via phone and email) the word so we might, as a body, provide prayers of intercession for those in need and prayers of praise for especially good occurrences.

SMALL GROUPS

In addition to the support and nurture received through participation in many of the formal church programs, many members belong to small groups that meet for fellowship, learning and spiritual support. Some of these groups have been on-going for more than a decade while others are more recently formed. Then again, others are formed for a short term study program. The small groups are comprised of both individuals and couples. Through them, friendships are formed and spiritual lives are enriched as participants share themselves and their faith. There is always room for you.

SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES

We care of each other in many other ways, also. A group meets every Sunday to pray for the church. There is an opportunity during each church service for members to share their concerns and praise and to join together in prayer. Cards are provided in the chair racks for everyone to send messages of encouragement to others. Those who are in need of an extra touch of intercessory prayer gather under the cross after the worship service