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Sunday School
This
church believes in the power of Christian Education and that begins in the
Sunday School. We fully believe in the importance for people of all ages to
have Biblical training by qualified teachers. It is through the Sunday School
that prospects and new members alike find acceptance and "family".
We have classes for all ages ranging from Pre-Kindergarten through twelfth
grades, College/Career, Young Adults, Senior Adults and even a class for
Exceptional Individuals.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
The
Prayer Shawl Ministry at Virginia Avenue Church of God is hard at work making
not only prayer shawls to give out to those who are hurting both physically
and emotionally, but also lap robes, scarves, hats, and yarn dolls, and we
recently received a number of hand sewn quilts made by the ladies at the
Senior Center in Hancock, MD.
The prayer shawls and lap robes have found their way to the far corners of
the earth (thanks to God's help) and we have them in India, England, as well
as hats and scarves in Russia and Latvia and baby blankets in Ethiopia.
The quilts that were received will go to a local oncologist to help the
patients who are receiving treatments and to help keep them warm during the
treatments. Also, several members have made pillows for ladies who have had
breast cancer and hats for those who have lost their hair due to chemo
treatments.
We have also given scarves and hats to a church in western Maryland to help
the homeless keep warm. Some were living under bridges by the canal and had
little clothing.
All of this in addition to supplying shawls and lap robes to our church
family who are in need and to their friends and families.
Each article that leaves the church has been prayed over as it is lovingly
created and anointed and prayed over by our beloved pastors and the elders of
the church, and it is our prayer that each recipient feels God's love
reaching to them in their time of need.
We welcome new members to this ministry regardless of your knitting or
crocheting skill. If you are eager and willing to work for the Lord, and
don't know how to knit or crochet, we'll be happy to teach you. A willing
heart is all that's necessary. Click here for
additional
information.
Sr. Adult Fellowship
Our
Sr. Adults meet on the last Thursday evening of each month and enjoy a time
of fellowship and entertainment along with dinner. Dinners range from pot
luck to meals prepared by selected cooks. Whatever the meals may be, they are
always found to be pleasing to the palate, and those attending always go home
knowing they enjoyed a pleasant evening.
Young Adult Fellowship
Our
Young Adults (up to 50) meet quarterly with evening socials or trips to
concerts.
Children's Ministry
Services
designed for kids under the leadership of qualified and experienced Church
members.
(Grades
K-5) dynamic godly children’s group with music, Bible lessons, crafts, guest
visitors, and other exciting activities just for children. Taught by the Házy
family who have been doing children’s ministry for many years. Sunday
mornings at 10:45
Jr.
Children’s Church (ages 3-5) also offered.
Children
participate in Easter, Christmas and other special performances throughout
the year in the adult church services.
Vertical Vision Youth Ministries (click
here for the VVYM webpage)
Our
youth have faithful and devoted leaders to love and guide them. The youth are
active in drama and music, and participate in various State youth programs.
Every Wednesday they are led in worship through music, prayer and the Word.
They also have a Sunday morning Sunday School Class. We endeavor to have our
young people recognize that they are loved and that our leaders are ready to
provide them guidance as they face the issues of growing into mature
responsible adults.
Nursery
We
have two well-furnished nurseries along with a staff of conscientious workers
who care for our little ones too young for formal classes.
Kid's Praise
Directed
by Melissa and Kevin Adelsberger every other Sunday Evening at 6:00pm in Derr
Fellowship Hall This night of worship helps kids embrace Pentecostal worship
through the Lance Colkmire Series KNOW IT LIVE IT!
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Family Training Hour
From
the youngest to the oldest, the Wednesday evening programs are designed to
provide something meaningful for all ages. While the adults are in Bible
Study, the children and youth are in classes.
Missionettes is a ministry
program tool to help fulfill the Titus 2 principle of women mentoring young
girls. Throughout the year they will participate in area and regional
programs as it relates to the Missionettes. These programs have been
life-changing for many and a blessing to all who participate. Our staff is
dedicated; and their ministry to these young girls is of greatest importance
to their maturity and growth.
Royal Rangers is a program which motivates boys
spiritually through Bible study and memorization, devotionals, and Christian
role models. The boys participate in age-specific activities and recreation.
Dedicated leaders endeavor to develop the total boy for Christ and offer love
and understanding between the boy and a godly role model. For boys who are
not in the Ranger program, there are other classes which they attend.
The Women's Ministries
The
Women's Ministries provides support in various ways such as ministering to
our shut-ins, providing food to those in need, organizing retreats for women,
and assisting in many other activities of the church. This group of excited
and hard-working women strives to make the church environment a pleasant and
comfortable place as the church reaches out to touch the lives of people in
the community.
WOWW's (World of Wonderful
Widows and Widowers)
Honoring our widows/widowers is a priority in the local church as well as
on a state level according to I Timothy 5:3. Not only occasions of socials
are scheduled, but workshops for encouragement and health information are
provided.
WOWW's Bible Study
Second Tuesday of
each month at 10:30am at the church. "Giving God Your All" study - by Thelma
Wells.
Nursing Home Outreach Ministry
In
the year 2005 Virginia Avenue Church of God will celebrate 30 years of
monthly outreach ministry at the Williamsport Nursing Home. The residents are
blessed with singing and spiritual encouragement. As our group intermingles
with the residents, we are blessed in return. During the Christmas season we
celebrate with a party for the residents.
Ministry to the Military
Our
need to remember our military personnel and veterans is important to us.
Periodically we send boxes of personal items and food to our military
personnel away from home. Prayer for them is on-going. Each year we have a
special Memorial Day Service recognizing all military personnel and veterans,
after which they and their families that attend the service enjoy a dinner
together in the Fellowship Hall.
Parish Nurse Ministry
Our
Parish Nurse Ministry is under the leadership of a qualified Registered
Nurse, and it emphasizes spiritual health, along with physical and mental
health, as a vital component of holistic well-being. It is not hands-on
nursing; rather, this ministry seeks to foster an awareness of the
relationship between lifestyle, personal habits, attitudes and faith to
well-being. This is accomplished in ways such as health education, health
counseling, referrals, etc. The Virginia Avenue Church of God has a team of
Emergency Medical Technicians and Registered Nurses who readily volunteer for
hands-on assistance in the event of an emergency.
Drama Ministry
Many
people have committed their lives to Christ through the dramas presented
during the Easter and Christmas holidays. Hundreds attend our annual Easter
Drama each year and those participating in the presentations feel blessed for
their hard work and commitment. We also have a Jr. Drama that periodically
participates in our worship services.
Food Pantry
The
church keeps a pantry of non-perishable foods which are shared with those who
are in need-in the church family as well as in the community.
Tape / CD Ministry
Every
service is audio-taped and videos are taped for special church events. These
are often used for shut-ins or those who are unable to be in our worship
services.
Van Ministry
Every
Wednesday the church vans provide transportation for children and adults from
the surrounding areas. Upon arrival at the church, volunteers serve them a
nutritious meal after which they attend our Family Training Hour classes.
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