CARE MINISTRIES

CONGREGATIONAL CARE MINISTRIES

Demonstrating God’s love of all people through acts of compassion, generosity, advocacy, and justice.


He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God. ~ Micah 6:8


Other Defining Scriptures: Deut. 10:17-19, Psalm 82:3-4, Matthew 25:31-46, Acts 1:8


CONGREGATIONAL CARE MINISTERS (CCMs):

CCMs are trained and certified laypersons who feel called to help those in need in our church and community. CCMs serve in the areas of Prayer, Visitation, Craft, Support, and Hospitality. The CCMs and the Minister of Congregational Care meet twice a month for continuing education and ministry development, as well as for spiritual growth and community. 

If you are interested in becoming a CCM, please contact Pastor Lisa to learn more about Congregational Care Ministries and the path to becoming a CCM.


Note: You do not need to be a CCM to volunteer in most care ministries.


PRAYER & VISITATION

Those wishing to engage with service and compassion, may find themselves drawn to the PRAYER ministry. They collect and pray over prayer concerns and requests in our church and community.

 

Ministries include our Covenant Prayer Team and Prayer Path Team.


If you would enjoy checking in on people in need, visiting with people both at home and in local assisted living facilities, you may feel called to be part of the VISITATION ministries.


  • Eucharistic Ministers - Bring communion to people who cannot attend church or who need communion at home.


  • You play an important role as an encouraging and uplifting presence, connecting with people who may be isolated or lonely.


  • Helping people new to CCUMC get connected


  • Walking with people who are grieving

PRAYER REQUEST

CRAFT

If arts and crafts are where your talents lie, you may be interested in being part of our CRAFT ministry. There are several opportunities within this category for you to utilize your abilities to brighten someone's day.


  • Dress a Girl Around the World - Sew together dress kits for girls living in poverty (You can work from home at your own pace.)


  • Shawl Ministry- Knit/crochet prayer shawls for shut-ins and those who are ill or grieving.


  • Card Making - Make cards for family and friends of CCUMC, Oceanview Nursing Home residents, Advent Health patients, and others. No experience is necessary.

SUPPORT

Whether you are a caregiver needing some encouragement or are grieving the loss of a loved one, you may feel the need for extra support during this phase of life or with a heavy burden. There are SUPPORT Groups that meet at our 215 Columbus House location.


  • Co-Dependents Anonymous - Mondays, 7:00 pm


  • Narcotics Anonymous - Wednesdays and Fridays, 7:30 pm


HOSPITALITY MINISTRIES


Inviting, Welcoming, and Nurturing an Authentic Relationship with Christ and the People of God

Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. ~ Romans 12:10


Other Defining Scriptures: Matthew 4: 18-22, John 13:34, Eph. 4:1-3, 1 Peter 1:22, 1 Thess. 5:11, Acts 2: 44-47

USHERS and GREETERS


  • Welcome persons, answer questions, help them sign in
  • Needed for Sunday worship services and other gatherings


SUNDAY CONNECT CENTER


  • Welcome persons, answer questions, and provide information on classes, events, and other ministries.
  • Help people sign up for classes and events.


SUNDAY REFRESHMENTS


  • Oversee inventory of needed supplies and work with Operations Coordinator, Carrie, to place orders
  • Set-up (plate food, decorate serving tables, paper products) for Sunday Fellowship Hour
  • Clean up after and do laundry


FOLLOW-UP TEAM


  • Follow up with persons new to the congregation
  • Follow up with persons who've been missed for a few weeks


MEAL MINISTRIES


  • Provide and deliver a meal to households in times of celebration, change, or need
  • Preparing meals for hospitality needs or special events


FUNERAL RECEPTIONS


  • Oversee inventory of needed supplies and work with Carrie to place orders
  • Set-up (plate food, decorate serving tables, paper products) for reception
  • Clean up after and do laundry


SPECIAL CHURCH EVENTS


  • Oversee inventory of needed supplies and work with Carrie to place orders
  • Reserve rooms needed and fill out work orders for room set-up
  • Set-up (plate food, decorate serving tables, paper products) for Sunday Fellowship Hour
  • Clean up after and do laundry