Lay Ministries

Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received. ~ 1 Peter 4:10

Director of Lay Ministries- Sue Simmons (793-4440 ext. 118)

2009 Ministry Booklet

2009 Commitment Card

Connect to a church ministry.

Are you growing in your personal relationship with Christ? Do you feel he is calling you into an area of service, one where you will find joy by using your spiritual gifts and talents. Or are you uncertain about where you might begin your service journey? Either way, the Lay Ministry office has an option for you. Connecting into a meaningful ministry service at Covenant is simple.

Covenant asks its members to serve in at least one ministry every year. We have ministry booklets located throughout the church which includes a listing of service ministries by title with a description, frequency of service and length of time. Find a ministry that you feel matches your interests, talents and abilities. Complete a ministry commitment card and submit it to the Lay Ministry office.

Do you have a New Ministry idea?

If you have an idea for a ministry which is not included in our Ministry Booklet, but will help fulfill the purpose of our church, please contact the Lay Ministry office. Your suggestion will be carefully considered. However, someone must agree to lead the ministry and there must be volunteers for the ministry.

Ministry Opportunities

Administrative Ministries
To ensure programs, worship services, missions, and other ministries of the church function successfully by providing administrative support.

Adult Education Ministries
To provide opportunities for the Covenant Congregation to grow in their knowledge of scripture so they can grow in service to the Lord.

Celebrate Recovery
To fellowship and celebrate God's healing power in our lives through the 12 steps and 8 Recovery Principles.

Children's Ministries

• Preschool Ministries
  To provide a loving, caring environment for children from birth through age 2; to partner with parents in laying down a spiritual foundation that, in God's timing, will lead a child to a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ.
• Elementary Ministries
  To partner with parents to have a meaningful impact on the lives of our children by providing them with the resources and guidance and by coming along beside them in their child's spiritual journey.
  

Community Care
To lead the congregation to recognize its responsibility to the society of which it is a part, and to respond to that responsibility through service in Christ's name.

Communications Ministries
To communicate the mission, message, and programs of Covenant United Methodist Church to the congregation and the community.

Congregational Care
Create a climate of caring within the Covenant family by providing encouragement, nurturing, direct services, and support in the good as well as the difficult times.

Equipping Ministries
To discover, develop, and dedicate our spiritual gifts and talents in faithful and joyful service to God and others.

First Impressions Ministries
To lead the people of Covenant to reach out to the community in an effort to bring others to Christ and into the fellowship of Covenant.

Facilities Ministries
To ensure Covenant facilities and equipment are maintained and operated safely.

Family Ministries
To support and strengthen family relationships through coordinating events designed to involve the entire family, providing educational seminars on topics facing today's families and partnering with other Ministries of the church to maximize family togetherness and participation.

Food/Hospitality Ministry
To prepare food for ongoing and special events held at the church; to provide opportunities for socializing with each other, which will lead to caring for each other.

Guest Ministries
To provide information about our church and extend hospitality and assistance to visitors.

Men's Ministries
To promote fellowship, service, and commitment to Christ on the lives of the men of Covenant.

Missions Ministries
To provide a loving and caring outreach that touches lives of people in need.

Music and Celebrative Arts
To share the gospel of Christ through music and the celebrative arts.

Prayer Ministries
To help people grow in their understanding and use of prayer to impact our church, community, and world.

Prime Timers
To provide a program to help adults in the prime of their lives (over 50) feel a sense of belonging and worth through study, fellowship, and service.

Recreational Ministries
To provide recreational activities allowing members from all age groups to meet and fellowship with each other.

Single Adult Ministries
To provide opportunities for fellowship, personal growth, educational enrichment, and social activities that will promote spiritual and emotional strength through Christian values.

Student Ministries
To reach believing and non-believing youth and their families; to connect them with other Christians and help them grow in their faith and relationship with Christ, all the while challenging them to discover their individual gifts and honor God with their lives.

Talent Pool
To use our gifts and talents to glorify God and serve our church, community, country, and world.

Technical Ministries
To provide innovative ways to share the gospel in a changing society.

Women's Ministries
To work together to support missions and encourage one another in spiritual growth.

Worship Ministries
To enhance the beauty of our church and the meaning and ritual of our worship.

Miscellaneous
To provide a place in the church where each member has the opportunity to use his or her gifts in service.