<%@LANGUAGE="JAVASCRIPT" CODEPAGE="1252"%> Central Pointe CoC - Ministries

Central Pointe Ministries

The MINISTRIES of the Central Pointe Church of Christ have a primary purpose: meeting the needs of our members AND residents of our community. Following is a little information about some of the MINISTRIES we currently have in place at Central Pointe. If you want to become actively involved as a working member of one or more of these ministries OR if you just want more information, please call 309-820-1400

There is much to do... There's work on every hand... Get involved with one of the MINISTRIES at Central Pointe.

BENEVOLENCE

This ministry is designed to meet the physical needs (food, clothing, etc.) of our members as well as members of our community AND to empower them to become self-sufficient.

Contact:  Jeffery Brumfield

BEREAVEMENT

There are probably very few things in life that hurt as much as the death of a loved one. This ministry strives to be a shoulder and system of support to those who have had death in their family. Its aim is to serve family members throughout the bereavement process including visiting funeral homes, planning services, etc.

Contact: Senior Minister Larry Johnson

BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS

Building and Grounds is responsible for the maintenance of the church building and property. This ministry repairs electrical, plumbing, and mechanical fixtures. They provide janitorial and cleaning services and set up the facilities for activities.  They are responsible for the exterior care of such things as landscaping and lawn care and snow removal.  Building and Grounds is also responsible for coordinating emergency services, such as building security, fire evacuations, medical assistance, and shelter from severe weather.  

Contact: Elgin Bonner

EDUCATION

This important ministry is designed to help members and visitors move closer to God through a systematic course of bible study. Classes are available for all ages, from toddlers through adults. Classes meet on Sunday and Thursday each week.  One of the most popular features of our Education is the 26 week Training For Service course that is designed to equip you with a better understanding of God’s Word and plan.  It is a fully certified course.  Anyone desiring to be part of the Educational Staff must go through this course of training.

Contact: Senior Minister Larry Johnson

EVANGELISM

This is the most important ministry of the church; it is designed to involve every member in reaching UP to God, reaching IN to each other, and reaching OUT to the world.

Contact: Senior Minister Larry Johnson

LADIES

Ladies have special needs as they strive to meet the daily demands of being wives, mothers, career women, friends, support givers, etc. This ministry works to provide women with resources for personal and spiritual rejuvenation and growth.

Contacts: Margarette Johnson and Teri Morris

MARRIAGE

This is a newly formed ministry which is designed to strengthen marriages and families through practical and spiritual workshops and activities and to provide couples with fulfilling fellowship with other couples.

Contact: Jeffery & Yolanda Brumfield

MEN'S

This newly formed ministry is designed to provide men with resources and opportunities to rejuvenate and grow personally and spiritually as they grow closer to the Lord and each other through study, workshops, and retreats.

Contact: TBD

SINGLES

Single people have their own unique needs as they strive to live Godly, moral lives in this sin-sick world. This ministry provides singles with a means of fellowship via book clubs, retreats, social activities, as well as spiritual and personal growth by way of workshops, seminars, and other fulfilling activities and events.

Contact:  TBD

TECHNOLOGY

The world today offers some unique opportunities to reach out to the community and the world that were not available a few years ago. Among the responsibilities of this ministry are maintaining Central Pointe's Website, producing audio CDs and video DVDs, providing closed-circuit viewing of services and Public Address (PA) systems within our building, projecting songs and sermon outlines and investigating new technologies that will aid in sharing and spreading the Word.

Contact: Marcus Johnson and Bruce Henthorn

WORSHIP

This ministry coordinates all who serve on Sunday so that we offer our best worship to God while edifying each other.  The goal of this ministry is to make our time together the highlight of the week.  This ministry is made up of members who are willing to Biblically examine our worship and to help plan services that glorify God, teach and encourage.

Contact: Marcus Johnson


YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Our youth need direction, guidance, and love. This ministry is designed to meet their needs as they strive to grow up in today's mixed-up world. This ministry offers a systematic program of workshops, retreats, social outings, etc. to help youth develop in a positive, nurturing environment.

Contact: Jay Shannon and Hollis Spence