Ministry Teams
At Central Church of Christ we believe that God calls each and every member into ministry. He gives each of us gifts and abilities that are meant to be used in His Kingdom work. We think of every member being a minister. Just as there are varieties of people and abilities there are varieties of ministry opportunities at Central. Here is a list of our existing ministries and a brief job description of each one.
Benevolence
Our Benevolence Ministry provides financial and material supplies to those in need. We provide this help for our own members who may be in need but also reach out into the community with assistance in food, clothing, shelter, and those who are victims of a major calamity.
Family
Our Family Ministry has the responsibility of the overall Christian education and discipleship of members and visitors from birth to 105. The Family Ministry consists of Children's, Youth, and Adults Ministries. Together they recruit and train leaders and teachers, provide growing opportunities, and seek to minister to the entire family. The Family ministry in part offers a quality Bible School, children choirs, small groups, support groups, ministry opportunities, leadership development, special seminars, a library, Vacation Bible School, camping, special trips, and other special programs. They select the best materials available for the ongoing education of the church at large. It is the goal that by ministering to the entire family that the entire family will be "ministers" better equipped to make a difference in our community for Christ.
Evangelism
The Evangelism Ministry uses every means possible to communicate the good news of Jesus Christ to the lost. This ministry identifies prospects, trains our members for evangelistic calling, and plans and publicizes special evangelistic programs.
Missions
The Missions Ministry promotes missions awareness in our congregation. They make arrangements for our missionaries to visit and report to us when they are back in the states. They keep us informed of our missionaries' special needs, projects or victories. They challenge us to be involved in praying for or corresponding with our missionaries.
Prayer
The Prayer Ministry encourages and leads the congregation in developing and maintaining a vital prayer life. This ministry promotes both organized and informal times of prayer, including prayer chains and vigils. Prayer warriors are enlisted for specific and temporary prayer needs.
Property
The Property Ministry has the responsibility to insure that our properties reflect the dedication we have toward God. The Property Ministry is divided into three categories: Church Building, Parsonages, Grounds. The deacon in charge of the church building ensures our building is maintained and ready for use for our services and special events. The deacon in charge of the parsonages ensures they are properly maintained and improved as needed. The deacon in charge of the grounds concentrates on mowing, snow removal, landscaping and those things that present our buildings well to the community and keep our grounds safe. The property ministry recruits volunteers to assist in special projects and periodic upkeep.
Stewardship
The Stewardship Ministry manages the stewardship and financial concerns of the church. This ministry assists in preparing the annual budget, develops programs to instruct our members in the stewardship of time, talent and finances. They also maintain the giving records of the church members and make that information available to our members.
Technical
The Technical Ministry manages the technical aspect of all services. This ministry recruits and trains people to operate the sound system as well as ensure the first service is on the local radio station. The ministry also oversees the tape ministry of the church and the church Web site.
Transportation
The Transportation Ministry maintains church vehicles and schedules transportation as needed. They recruit qualified drivers for the church vehicles. They provide transportation each Sunday for those in need.
Worship
The goal of the Worship Ministry is to provide a meaningful worship experiences in a number of different settings and services. We use a variety of means to lead people in encountering God, including drama, music and multimedia. Areas of service within the Worship Ministry include worship team (band and vocalists), adult choir, special music, drama team, worship leading, multimedia, technical, communion preparation, baptism assistance, ushering and administrative assistance. There is a place for just about
everyone!