We have a variety of educational classes and programs that we offer at our church. There is elementary Sunday school, Sunday education hour, Bible study, Foundations of Faith study classes, and youth confirmation.
Education Special Edition Newsletter
Sunday School is offered to the toddlers, elementary and preschool children before and during the worship service. The Director of Educational Ministries is Tracy Loomis.
Children's Churchis a worship service designed for elementary-age children (grades K-5). They are invited to leave the sanctuary and to participate in this special experience after Pastor Max’s Moment With the Youth.
Our purposes include:
• Sharing scripture
• Repetition of prayers, especially the Lord’s Prayer
• Children’s religious music
• Teaching God’s message through the use of stories and hands-on activities
• Fellowship of peer group
Bible Study Classes
Classes offered are Study of New Testement, Study of the Prophets/Paul's letters, Study of the Old Testament, Christian Book Group, The Wired Word (A Look at Contemporary Issues from a Christian Perspective) -- These class offers discussion that will help interpret the meaning of the scripture.
Adult Spiritual Growth Opportunities Bible Study. These classes are 32-week discussions of our biblical
faith. Each class will have a study manual with weekly readings in the
scriptures as will as the study book. We will again offer two classes:
Disciples II—Into the Word Into the World - 9:15 Sunday mornings. New Bible Study Class
Begins “Unbinding the Gospel...Real Life Evangelism” is the new Bible
study class beginning this Tuesday at 10 AM. The class is an eight week
study and will be lead by Pastor Jake. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. Call the church office (695-0550) if you are interested in any
adult classes.
Contact youth director Tracy Loomis at 810-695-0550 ext 24 for more information.
The confirmation class involve sixth to eight grade youth in study during this hour. Youths are also involved in extracurricular activities throughout the school year.There are student advisors who help with teaching the class and involved in extracuricular activities with the youth.
Senior High Youth Group Meets Sunday Nights
Contact youth director Tracy Loomis at 810-695-0550 ext 24 for more information.
Church Groups, Church Teams, and Volunteer Opportunities
This lists the many church groups, church teams, and volunteer opportunities that you can be involved in. You can contact the church office for more information on groups and teams at (810) 695-0550. There is also a section full of forms that can be downloaded at the bottom of the page.
Church Choir
The church choir is comprised of congregation members who wish to sing or play an instrument such as flute, violin, piano, or guitar. The church choir sings during worship services from Early Fall to Late Spring. There are also special concerts that our choir members are involved in including a Christmas worship service at church. Brandon Sanders is the choir director can be reached at brandon24@gmail.com.
Bell Choir
There is a wonderful bell choir that performs during church services from Early Fall to Late Spring. The bell choir members are also involved in special concerts including a Christmas service at church.
Youth Choir
Children from PreSchool, Elementary, and Middle school can be involved in choir's during worship services on occasion. The youth choir's are also involved in special concerts including a Christmas service at church. Mandy Weiss is the youth choir director.
XYZ (extra years of zest) senior group
The group has been meeting for over twenty years. XYZ meets on the third Thursday of each month from September to June. The purpose is fellowship for the senior members and friends of our church; whether working or retired. We have about 30-35 members and always looking for new members.
Church Teams
There are several church teams you can be involved in. The teams are listed below with a brief description. Please contact the church office at (810) 695-0550 to become a team member.
Christian Life Center/Gym Facilities Team
The leaders may be contacted about use of the Christian Life Center. Leader Karen Palevich
Building & Grounds Team
Focus is upon the upkeep and enhancement of the facility and grounds. Contact Dave Rembowski at (810) 694-2037 or dlrembo@comcast.net
Care & nurture team
Focus is upon the commitment and spiritual well being of the community of faith. Contact Dottie Flecter at (810) 695-2531
Spiritual growth team
Focus is upon creating Christian educational ministries for all ages that fulfill the great commission, enhance spiritual growth and strengthen the Christian family.
Church growth team
Focus is upon attraction and assimilation of our guests into the active service of God. Contact Michael Simon at michael.simon@mcc.edu
Resource team
Focus is upon the present and future resources of the congregation, including time, talent and money. Contact Dan Richardson
Fellowship team
Focus is upon congregational fellowship. koininia and small group ministry for all ages. Contact Bethany Sly at (810) 444-1883 or beth3316@sbcglobal.net
Outreach team
Focus is upon outreach ministry to the community and to the world. Contact Dennis Setera Click HERE! for Outreach Brochure
Worship team
Focus is upon coordination of all aspects of the worship services to ensure all worship services are to the glory of God. The Worship team is chaired by the senior pastor. Members include associate pastor, director of music, usher chairperson, hosts chairperson, sacraments chairperson and paraments chairperson.
Youth ministries team
The mission of the Youth Ministries team is to promote ministry to our youth, provide policy development and guidelines for youth programs and to monitor the Youth Ministries budget for use in programs and outreach activities. The intent of the Youth Ministries team is to provide an atmosphere for our youth that will foster fellowship, Christian Growth and establish an environment of trust that allows them to be themselves. Contact Tracy Loomis
Sister Circle (Womens Ministry)
The Sister Circle is the fresh new
exciting womens ministry that is forming at First Congregational
Church. Come get to know this fabulous group of women as we talk about
our life and faith issues. Take some time for yourself and enjoy all
the fun, fellowship, and food we have to offer! When: The 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month at 7:30pm. Contact Jamie Z at 810-695-1967
Health ministries team
Health is harmony with self and others, the environment, and with God -- a continuum of physical, social, psychological and spiritual well being. Christ's ministry was always wholistic; Christ treated the "whole" person and urged his disciples to follow his example. The FCUCC health ministry team's mission is to follow Christ's example by promoting wholeness, healing, wellness, and supporting the congregation as a caring and healing faith community. Some of the ways we carry out our mission are: health educational programs, spiritual counseling and care, referrals to appropriate health care providers, support groups, and personal health counseling.
Art guild
The Art Guild is responsible for creating the banners and cloths used in our church throughout the year, as well as many other endeavors. We always find there is a number of projects to enhance the beauty in our church as well as service. Team leader is Dottie Fletcher (810) 695-2531
S.H.A.R.E Group We have recently formed a new share group composed of newly retired people. We have two primary objectives as a small group: service within our church & community and fellowship. We meet on the first Monday of each month at the church. Please feel free to check us out. Contact Owen Mooney for further information.
Forms to download
Confirmation Service Hours Template
Youth Permission/Medical Slip
Facility Usage Request Form With Rental Costs Planned Giving Brochure Document to Get Help Assistance From Agencies in the great Flint Area Credit Card Payment Authorization Form Spiritual Plan