Ministries at Fairton Christian Center

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Academy

Ancora

Barbara Nichols, Coordinator

Our ministry to the patients in Ancora provides physical and spiritual ministry once a month. We also have special ministry at Christmas time for the patients such as a Christmas party providing them with cookies, candles, and socks. We take Gideon bibles and other reading material with us. Our goal is to encourage and support while they are regaining strength to go out into the world once again. We share the Gospel of Jesus Christ and pray for them to receive salvation.

Bulletin

Dawn Firus, Coordinator

The bulletin is a ministry of information, encouragement, and blessings for the congregation of Fairton Christian Center. Weekly events of the church and school are listed, as well as opportunities for spiritual growth within the body of Christ. The bulletin is prayed over for anointing each week before it is printed, to give to all who read it, what is needed for them personally. It is a message of knowledge, help, love, and encouragement through the scripture, and context of its pages. May the Lord bless you as you read it.

Children’s Church

Rachel Levick, Coordinator

Children’s Church meets every Sunday during regular church service. We have a Primary class and Beginner class. Our dedicated teachers instruct the children in biblical truths. The teachings are intended not only to teach them but also to have fun while leaning principles for life. Rachel Levick coordinates the Ministry and instructs the teachers in the use of the programs so that the children look forward to attending.

Choir and Praise Group

Nick Djakow, Coordinator
Mary Djakow, Assistant Coordinator

Choir performs at Sunday service several times a year as well as special performances in conjunction with other churches in the area. The choir consists of over 30 voices and is a blessing to all who hear them.

Church Calendar

Church Socials

Vicki Bittner, Coordinator

Our church socials include luncheons once a month after our second service. We also provide a continental breakfast and lunch for special affairs such as our women’s conference. Our committee is responsible for many special occasions.

Communications: TV/Radio

Greg and Carrie Hennis, Leaders

This ministry, which began several months ago, deals with spreading God’s Word, and enables us to reach many people outside of our church walls. Fairton Christian Center will be able to not only continue in radio ministry, but is ready to move to the next level through the use of other electronic media. This encompasses video, as well as, the internet. We have many goals to be met. The first goal is to start the Bus Stop Ministry. This ministry will give individuals the opportunity to explain on DVD how God changed them. These DVD’s can be distributed so others can see how God can make a difference in their lives. Additional goals include the taping of Sunday services which has already begun, reinstating a weekly television broadcast consisting of praise, Bus Stop Ministry, and a sermon from Pastor. We believe that this Ministry will work in conjunction with the Fairton Christian Center Website.

Greeters

Carol Simpkins, Coordinator
We now have sixteen faithful people who serve as Greeters. Judy Panshesine has been acting as hostess, this is really a blessing as it’s not always possible to spot visitors in a crowd. The Greeters realize it is also their responsibility to make everyone feel welcome, as well as giving out bulletins.

Grounds Manager

Home Cell

Fellowship Dinners
John and Judy Panchesine
Steve and Sue Levick

On at least one Sunday a month home cell luncheons are held at John and Judy Panchesine’s and Steve and Sue Levick’s home for a covered dish luncheon. In the summer, on occasion, the Levick’s meet at Walt Drake’s home for a lunch around his pool. It is a meaningful time of fellowship for all who choose to attend.

Point of the Spear II
Sam and Paula Sheets, Leaders

MISSION STATEMENT: Building strong families for the kingdom of god.  Strong families produce strong churches and strong churches build the Kingdom of God.

This cell group is designed to minister to all aspects of the family by teaching godly principles outlined in god’s word, and through the use of marriage on the rock video series created by Jimmy Evans, founder of marriage today. Our intent is to educate people on the importance of the marriage relationship, as god originally intended, so the institution of marriage can be brought back to its rightful position. We currently meet once a month at 6:00 p.M. On the third saturday of each month. Our home meeting follows the pattern set up by the early church by breaking bread together, followed by a bible study or teaching. It is a wonderful time of fellowship and everyone is welcome.

M.E.R.G.E Ministry
Marriages Encouraging Relationship Growth & Enrichment
Dan and Carol Malone, Group Leaders

Description: This is a mentoring ministry for married couples using the Gary Smalley Relationship series, Marriage on the Rock Series by Jimmy Evans, and/or other Christian marriage enrichment materials as the curriculum. A DVD is shown each week which may be accompanied by reading material and discussion questions to be used privately with a spouse and periodically with the group. Meetings are held at the Leader’s home or on a rotation at the participant’s homes on an evening that is convenient for all. Any couples who are able to commit for a series of consecutive weeks should contact the Group Leaders through the Church Office at 856-455-0408.

Goals: The purpose of the MERGE meetings is to bring husbands and wives together to encourage one another, exchange with, and exhort one another, and as couples-to become united, combined, blended, and gradually, absorbed in stages, just as the definition of the word “merge” indicates. A small group of 3-4 couples at a time is ideal for meeting and fellowshipping with other Christian married couples. This serves as a perfect follow-up for a couple that has just attended a Marriage Encounter Weekend, though it is not a pre-requisite or requirement to attend.

Intercessory Prayer Night

Nick and Mary Djakow, Coordinators

This group meets on the first Friday night of the month at 7pm to pray for the needs of the country, church and other special needs. We believe God hears and honors the prayers of the intercessors. All are welcome to pray with us.

Helping Hands Ministry

This ministry attends to the needs of the people within our Church. It exemplifies Galatians 6:10, where Paul exhorts those of the household of faith to do good for one another. This ministry does so in the following manner.

Meals for Funerals
Beth Pierce

Meals for the Sick
Stephanie Shropshire

Meals for Mothers of New Babies
Paula Sheets

Men’s Ministry

Pastor Woodson Moore, Coordinator

Mission Statement: We will passionately bring the gospel of Jesus Christ to all men through all of our activities. We will actively support the FCC Men’s Ministry with our prayers, finances, time and talents. We will commit to disciple other men and develop relationships that will encourage them to have a deeper, personal fellowship with the Lord Jesus Christ.

The Fairton Christian Center Men’s Ministry fellowship has been in existence for over 25 years. There are a number of events that are held each year such as; FCC Golf Tournament, Men’s Breakfast, Praise and Worship night, Sports Competition Night, Fishing trip in the Bay, Hunting trip to Pennsylvania, and Men’s Retreat and Conference. The annual “Critter Dinner” is well known throughout South Jersey of one of the Premier gathering of Sportsmen (Hunters and Fishers) in New Jersey. The Men’s Ministry continues their Wednesday night service and provides an opportunity for men to fellowship and experience anointed teaching of the Word.

Missionettes

Mary Ellen Langley, Coordinator

The Missionettes program is designed to win girls to Christ through love and acceptance. We want to support them in encouragement and accountability through Christian relationships. We want to help them learn to obey what the Lord commands of us.

Our goal is to see the girls become women of faith through Christ and to see smiling faces through awards and honors. We desire to have the girls fulfill their purpose of being a part of the Misionettes.

Missions

Committee: Vicki Bittner, Myrna Ingles, Sue Levick, and Debbie Pittenger

Mission Sunday is the 4th Sunday of each month. Each month there is a bulletin insert updating you on a different missionary. Also, on missionary Sunday there is a DVD presentation bringing you face to face with what God is doing all over the world.

Each year a “Missions’ Banquet” and at Christmas we participate in Samaritan’s Purse.

New Believers

Mary Jane McMeekin, Leader

The New Believer’s Bible Study is for new believers and those who would like to make sure they understand the fundamentals of our Christian walk. It is a one on one study with you and one of our mentors at their home.

We currently have 15 mentors available. You meet once a week for nine weeks and study such topics as, the Bible, Salvation, healing, Baptism of the Holy Spirit, walking with God, serving and sharing with the family of God.

This is also a good way for you to get to know a brother or sister in the Lord and will also begin to build relationships in the body. We pray for you and encourage you as you grow in the Lord.

Nursing Home Ministry

Carol Simpkins, Coordinator

Mrs. Simpkins coordinates a ministry to the residents of Millville Center each month. She plans music, Bible study and a time of prayer. Every month she has a different guest speaker and a program of music. The residents enjoy this special time.

Operation Blessing

Overhead Projector

Prison & High Rise Ministry

Barbara Nichols, Coordinator

This Ministry is reaching out to the High Rise residents in Millville, NJ, with the hope of extending our services to other High Rise residents in the area. Our purpose is to bring the word of God to them, to pray with and for them and to be their friend. We have provided Bibles, tapes and books for their use. We endeavor to strengthen them spiritually in their daily life. Many volunteers take turns going in every Sunday at 2pm with Bible teaching and singing. All are welcome.

Prayer Chain

Mary Christian, Coordinator

The prayer chain consists of three women. Their names are Carol Simpkins, Paula Sheets and Mary Christian. We pray for the needs of others. When a call comes in, the one who receives the call passes it on to the other women. We stand in agreement, as we seek the Lord in prayer for answers.

We pray for many needs, which include financial needs, physical and emotional healings and family problems. We received many answers to these needs. Our goal is to continue to seek the Lord in prayer for the needs of others.

Royal Rangers

Bill Rieger, Senior Commander

Royal Rangers motivates boys spiritually through Bible study and memorization, devotions, and Christian role models. Boys are strengthened mentally by an advanced awards-based weekly program. Further, the boys increase their physical prowess by participation in age-specific activities and recreation. Finally, they are introduced to church, community, and nature-related activities to develop their social skills and awareness.

The life of a Royal Ranger includes great outdoor adventures through camping, water activities, hiking, rappelling, and mountain climbing, as well as challenging indoor adventures. There will be opportunities year-round to attend camping events at the outpost, district, or national levels.

Recording Studio

Street Ministry

Valerie Couch, Coordinator

There are so many people in the world who need Jesus. Eternal life is a free gift from God that not every person has or even knows about. This ministry is an outreach for the lost and dying people that would never think about the consequences of sin and death. We are taking the life changing gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ to the people who need to hear about God’s love and saving grace. We are all a part of the Lords body and we are all called to care about the eternal salvation of others.

“I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repents, more than over ninety and nine persons, which need no repentance.”  Luke 15:7

Sound System

Sam Sheets, Coordinator

The objective of the sound ministry is to bring praise and worship and God’s word to the people in a clear and understandable manner so the people can be ministered to effectively. Other services provided by the sound team are providing sound for special events and making duplicates of each Sunday’s message on either CD or cassette tape. The sound team consists of three men who are also responsible for setting up and breaking down the sound equipment and they are Sam Sheets, coordinator; Joe Kurtz, technician; and Tom Hall, sound man.

Sunday School

Thursday Morning Bible Study

Garnett Glenning, Leader

The Thursday morning Bible class has been in existence for twelve years. The purpose of this class is for women to come together to learn what the Word of God has to say about how to be a successful Christian woman.

We study scripture and learn how to apply it to our own lives.

We have time for open discussion and prayer. We pray for each other and love each other. Strong bonds have been formed over the years. It is a place where women can come to find sisters in the Lord who will love them and support them.

We meet them in the little church from 9:30 to 11:30am. All are welcome to come and join us.

Ushers

George Polhamus

The ushers are responsibility for getting the church ready for Sunday morning services, setting up the chairs, helping those who need help into the church building, collecting the offering and taking care to close the church at the end of services. They are responsible to help people find a seat if necessary. They are available to give assistance whenever needed. Our ushers also assist with communion.

Visitors

Women’s Ministry

The Wednesday night meeting is truly a blessed time. Each week is filled with excellent teaching and ministry. A woman from within our church body comes forward every week to present a ministry. Some are anointed teachers of the Word; others give a personal testimony which encourages others. There are nights when we take prayer requests and devote the night to prayer; or open the meeting up to group discussion. We are led by the Holy Spirit and He always teaches us and lifts us up.

We have an attendance that averages about 25 women. These women have bonded together in love and will bind around any woman who needs prayer and support. This fellowship of sisters is power and every woman in the church should take advantage of this blessing of the Lord. We have seen wonderful moves of God within this group.

Every woman is encouraged to come and find the power, the wisdom and the refreshing of the Lord that is there every week. We meet at 6:30pm in the cafeteria.

Cornerstone Women’s Resource Center

Valerie Couch, Coordinator

Cornerstone Women’s Resource Center is a place where pregnant women get real answers and real love. They offer free pregnancy tests, counseling and mentoring programs, maternity clothes, and baby clothes, ultra-sound-and most importantly they offer the good news of the Gospel of Jesus Christ to their clients. They give Bibles and place those who accept Him as their Savior into local churches. They counsel women free of charge at all times and are committed to upholding the sanctity of human life in every circumstance.

Young Adult Group

Youth Group “Warriors of the Light”

Garnett Glenning ,Coordinator

Warriors of the Light Youth Group meet on Sunday evenings under the leadership of Garnett Glenning, David Smith, Don Fransko, and Rachael Strittmatter. Meetings take place in the conference room between 6pm and 7pm. The goal of Warriors of the Light is to help kids to develop a closer relationship with the Lord and to develop a Christ – like character. We want each of them to know that they are in the world but they are not of the world. If we can teach them how to boldly proclaim Christ by living holy lives, then the mission will be accomplished.

The ages range from seventh grade to twelfth grade. Some sixth graders have attended in the past and are welcomed. We come together for the beginning of the meeting and then divide into groups. David takes one group, Don and Rachael take another. Mrs. Glenning from time to time will take a group or she will join either Don and Rachael or David. Each month a combined meeting is held with refreshments and activities.