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.

Stewards Assistance Fund Collected in November

Each November, as part of our Sunday offering, we receive donations for the Stewards Assistance Fund. Any loose change given during this first Sunday of November is also directed toward the fund. These gifts provide confidential support to those i...

Senior Companion Birthdays

Marilynn F. Nov 10 Marilynn is a retired High School English Teacher. She lives at The Terraces in Newark, a lovely senior home near her nephew. As a member of our congregation she was a faithful choir member, a women’s circle member and a Bible s...

Family Ministry November Update

Youth Club, our Wednesday afterschool ministry for children in 2nd-8th grade, is off to a great start with 56 children registered for the program! After school, we enjoy the four parts that make up Youth Club, which are: Recreation, Bible Study, ...

Congratulations, Lou V.!

While recovering from a stroke earlier this year, Lou received the exciting news that he had been selected as a candidate for induction into the Sayville High School Athlete Hall of Fame, Class of 2025. During his high school years on Long Islan...

Family Ministry October Update

Sunday school: Our Sunday school year is off to a great start! Children ages 3-years-old through High School are welcome to join their age/grade based class on any Sunday. We also offer classes for adults; right now we are offering small group ...

"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...