Card and Flower Ministries

Ministry Description:

These two Ministries work in conjunction with each other to support the overall focus of the Visitation Ministry. Either by card and / or flowers, the Flower and Card Ministries help to build a bridge between the church and its members both in times of joy as well as in sorrow. Cards and flowers are sent out in times where births occur, baptisms are performed, deaths in immediate families take place and times where encouragement is needed to raise the spirits of one who may be facing hardships within their lives. These are but a few areas where these ministries effect the daily lives of our membership. They provide a means to keep the communication lines open within the church’s fame work and provide a much needed tool in the pastoral care of the church.

How YOU can help/Role of Volunteers (what you would be doing):

The ministry is currently seeking a new leader for this important fellowship tool. The ministry can be run by one person (as it currently is) or could be divided among several. As the leader or member you would be contacted when a need arises and you would then purchase cards or flowers to send to that individual. You would be expected to write a note of encouragement or joy in the card to let that person know they are cared for and unforgotten. This ministry is budgeted for and you would be reimbursed for all ministry related expenses.

Contact Person: Woody Harrison (Visitation), Rose Harrison (Card), Linda Stremmel (Flower)

Email: woodyharrison1@gmail.com

Phone: 717-817-7506

KidZone

Ministry Description:

KidZone’s goal is to provide a child-safe, child-friendly, and developmentally-appropriate environment that encourages learning about God and growing in His Word. KidZone provides a nursery playroom for infants and toddlers up to age 3, and a bible story lesson for children from kindergarten to 5th grade. Lessons can include small group/large group time, worship songs, crafts, activities, a bible story, games, and more! KidZone meets every Sunday for both the 9:30am service and the 11:00am service. KidZone will occasionally hold events on the weekends (such as movie nights, banquets, picnics, etc.) to promote community involvement and fun fellowship for the children

How YOU can help/Role of Volunteers (what you would be doing):

There are various roles in which you can get involved with KidZone. We are always in need of the following:

Nursery helpers: Responsibilities include helping to supervise and care for infants and toddlers in the nursery during the worship service.

Teachers: The teacher is responsible for preparing the big group lesson downstairs for the K-5 group. All materials will be provided for you, including an easy to follow lesson plan, PowerPoint, and game that has already been prepared to go along with the lesson. The teacher usually has a 25-35 minute lesson.

Coaches: A coach is responsible for an individual classroom of children. Responsibilities include greeting children when they first arrive, escorting children to the big group lesson, helping the teacher with any lesson activities, and wrapping up the lesson in their classroom with a 5-10 minute individualized small group time. All small group discussion questions or activities/materials are provided for the coach.

Assistant Coaches: An assistant coach is responsible for aiding the coach with any and all classroom activities. This may include handing out materials, helping with snack time, supervising bathroom breaks, aiding in any problems that may arise, etc.

Contact Person: Megan Miles

Email: mjmiles101@gmail.com

Phone: 717-825-0763

Soup and Salad

Ministry Description:

Soup and Salad was started to promote fellowship among all members by providing lunch immediately after the second service for anyone who wishes to stay and eat. It is typically held the third Sunday of each month from late winter until early spring. Donations are taken in a box by the ramp and are used to fill various needs throughout the church. Some examples include helping fund the deacons, -who in turn care for the members of the church including our widows and widowers-, to bridging the financial gap to send a team on a mission trip to Honduras.

How YOU can help/Role of Volunteers (what you would be doing):

As a volunteer you would help set tables and chairs in the fellowship hall, prepare the meal, and clean up after lunch is over. The dinner is self serve and desserts are usually donated by various and different members.

Contact Person: Chip Godfrey

Email: godfreymeats@gmail.com

Phone: 717-891-7617