ministries

christian education – adults

Providing opportunities for education and growth for adults during weekly Sunday School classes at 9:00 a.m. (combined classes during the summer); connecting adults on a deeper level through small groups and Bible studies during the school year.  Contact:  Kevin Hanson

 

christian education – youth

Reaching junior high students (grades 6-8) and senior high students (grades 9-12) with Christ’s love; connecting them with other believers; helping them grow in their faith; and equipping them to serve so that they will honor God with their lives.   Weekly Sunday School at 9:00 a.m.; Wednesday evening activities during the school year; ongoing special events. Contact:  Kevin Hanson

 

christian education – kids

Providing a friendly, helpful entry level for young families into Elim Church; educating children and encouraging them to build a strong relationship with God and with one another.  Nursery Care from birth-2 years and Sunday School ages 2-5 available from 9:00-11:30 a.m. every Sunday; Sunday School for grades K-5 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. and Children’s Church during the second-half of the 10:30 a.m. worship service each week.  Kid’s Club on Wednesday evenings during school year; ongoing special events, including annual Harvest Party and summer camps.  Contact:  Jill Anderson.

 

worship

Leading the congregation in corporate worship using song, drama, visuals, teaching, readings and prayer.  Ministry teams include praise team, prayer ministers, audio/visual team, ushers, communion servers, children’s corner coordinators, artists, and decorating team.  Weekly Sunday services at 10:30 a.m.  Contact:  Kevin Hanson.

 

fellowship & care

Providing care, encouragement and support for individuals and families within the Elim congregation through social events; ongoing pastoral care; nursing home, hospital, and shut-in visitation; provision of special financial assistance during times of crisis through the benevolence fund; establishing a welcoming presence for those who visit Elim; and providing ongoing opportunities for individuals and families to connect with one another.  Contacts: Chuck and Nancy Fleming.

 

local missions

Connecting Elim with opportunities to serve our local community and meet needs in practical, tangible ways.   Outreach includes Elim Preschool, The Unlimited (clothing closet), Fare for All, food shelf collections, Meals on Wheels, and community response team. Contact:  Melissa Montbriand.

 

world missions

Supporting cross-cultural ministry through financial and prayer support of missionaries; maintenance of Elim’s missionary apartment for individuals and families on furlough; and increasing congregational awareness of missions through education and short-term missions opportunities.  Contact:  Troy Lubbers.

 

stewards

Providing oversight of church building, property and grounds; tracking and managing financial resources.  Contact: Greg Howell.