Care Ministry

Our Care Ministry is dedicated to nurturing and supporting our church family with acts of kindness, compassion, and practical assistance. We aim to create a culture of care where every individual feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Through teams such as Stewards, Meal Trains, Helping Hands, and more, we provide essential support in times of need, including food, financial aid, transportation, and companionship. At the heart of our ministry is a deep commitment to embodying Christ's love, offering hope, and helping individuals navigate their challenges while fostering a community where everyone belongs.
Care Ministry

Core Mission

We foster hope and belonging by providing practical assistance, emotional support, and spiritual encouragement to those in need. Our trained Care Teams offer a safe, understanding space where individuals can share their challenges and find strength in Christ’s love.

Ministry Teams

Board of Stewards

This ordained leadership team provides specialized care for our 90+ congregation members and those in long-term care. Stewards undergo extensive training and maintain deep, meaningful relationships with their Senior Companions through regular visits and spiritual support. They also oversee various church services, including communion preparation, holiday celebrations, and remembrance services.

Care Teams

Meal Support

Our dedicated volunteers coordinate and deliver meals to members during times of recovery, illness, or special circumstances, ensuring practical support when it’s needed most.

Helping Hands

This team provides crucial support for members facing medical challenges, offering practical assistance and emotional encouragement throughout their journey.

Transportation Assistance

Volunteers provide reliable transportation for medical appointments and procedures, ensuring our members can access necessary healthcare services.

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Through handcrafted prayer shawls, we offer tangible comfort and spiritual support to those experiencing difficult times or celebrating special moments.

Hospitality Team

Our greeters create a welcoming atmosphere in the sanctuary, ensuring every person feels noticed and welcomed into our church family.

Card Ministry

We maintain personal connections through thoughtful cards and messages, reaching out to members during significant life events, challenges, and celebrations.

Training and Development

We invest in our volunteers through comprehensive care training programs, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to provide effective, empathetic support to our church family.

Our Care Ministry stands as a testament to Christ’s love in action, creating a community where every member feels supported, valued, and empowered to thrive in their faith journey.

"Why I Serve" - Testimonies from those in our Church family

Julie Z.: “I love serving within our church family, and I thank God that He has given me the willingness and desire to do so. So I guess the super short answer to ‘Why do I serve?’ is, because He’s given me the ability and heart to do it. Beau...

Share a Note, Share God’s Love: Send a Card to a Senior Companion This Summer

This summer, we’re inviting you to join a simple act of care that can have a big impact: sending a card to one of our Senior Companions, beloved members of our church who are age 90+ or living with ongoing health concerns. A few thoughtful words ...

Senior Companion Birthdays

Happy Birthday Helen S.! Our dear friend, Helen, will be celebrating her 93rd birthday on July 16th. She has many fond memories of growing up on a farm in Daleville, Indiana. Helen and her sister drove the tractor to help her father with the crops...

Ice Cream Social: A Chance for ALL Helping Hands Care Ministry Teams to Fellowship with One Another

Tuesday, July 29 at 6:30-8:00 p.m. We’re bringing all the Helping Hands Teams together and hope you can join us! All members of the Transportation Team, Hospitality Team, Meal Train Team, Support Team, and our Care Ministers, are invited to a sum...

YOUTH MINISTRY UPDATE

Thank You! Another program year of Christian education has ended. We are grateful to the parents who supported their student’s participation, and the volunteers who poured into the next generation with love, wisdom, and care. We are coordinating a...

Who Am I? A Reflection on Sermon Preparation

A couple Lamplighters ago, I reflected on the ordinary and extraordinary nature of corporate worship. The sacred and secular elements of our Sunday morning gatherings belong together, as they engage the fullness of God’s design. This month, I con...