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Table of Contents

  1. Adults
  2. Body Life
  3. Building & Grounds
  4. Children's Ministries
  5. Finance
  6. Library
  7. Missions
  8. Worship
  9. Youth Ministries
Many opportunities are available to help your church or yourself. Following is a list of the various ministries at Center Grove Presbyterian Church. They are always looking for new volunteers or participants. Contact the church office to get connected with the specific coordinator. Some emails are listed.



ADULT MINISTRIES - Sally Earl
The Book Club - Susan Bucko
SusanBucko@aol.com
Meets the first Monday at 7 p.m. of each month to read and discuss a book.
Home Groups - Ellie Williams
ellie.williams@insightbb.com
Small groups who meet regularly at each other's homes for fellowship, Bible study, and topical discussions.
L.I.F.E. Groups - Sally Earl
sally@centergrovechurch.org
"Life Instructions for Eternity" - Sunday morning adult classes on a variety of topics including Bible study, discipleship, and living the Christian life.
Lunch Bunch - Della Criswell
Dellarosec@wmconnect.com
A group who goes to lunch at a local restaurant the third Sunday of the month for anyone who doesn't like to eat alone.
Church Family Pyoca Weekend - Ellie Williams
Fun, food, and fellowship for everyone at Camp Pyoca from Friday evening through Sunday lunch.
Men's Prayer Groups
Meeting various times throughout the week for prayer, Bible study, and discussion of men's issues.
Prayer Time
Meets on Wednesday evenings at 7:45 to pray for prayer needs and requests. Requests can be sent via e-mail to the church.
Precept Bible Study - Sally Earl
Structured Bible study. Meets Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9 a.m. and Tuesday evenings at 6:45 p.m.
Women's Christian Fellowship - Peggy Zehr
peggy.zehr@insightbb.com
Provides an opportunity for all women of the church to join together for spiritual growth, sharing of interests and strengths, and for serving the congregation and community. Meets 2nd Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m.
ALPHA - Vicki Craig, Marge Slauter
The Alpha course is a fifteen session practical introduction to the Christian faith. It addresses foundational questions while providing guests with an opportunity to explore the meaning of life. Meets early spring & fall for 10 weeks from 6 to 8 p.m. Dinner included.
Women's Luncheon - Patty Dunham
Meets twice a year for fellowship and includes a variety of food, inspirational speakers, and entertainment.
Women's Prayer Group - Vicki Craig
Meets on Saturday mornings at 8:30 a.m. to pray for one another and for congregational needs.
Women's Weekend - Kimberly Cooley, Kendra Oglesbee
carlaslauter@sbcglobal.net
kendrao@sbcglobal.net
Annual fall weekend for women providing learning, recreation, and fun in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.
BODY LIFE - Jean Swalve
dswalve@insightbb.com
Coordinates fellowship time between services each Sunday. Also plans and coordinates events involving the whole church.
BUILDING & GROUNDS - Kip Kelly and Russ Allison
CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES - Laura Helvie
cme@centergrovechurch.org
Kids Worship
Worship for preschoolers through 2nd grade. Children learn about worship service through puppets, songs, stories and more.
S4 Son Seeker Sunday School - Elaine Hoffmann
jehoffmann@insightbb.com
Children build a foundation on the Rock through songs, games, crafts and Bible stories.
Nursery - Vicki Craig
acscvc@prodigy.net
Babies discover the love of Jesus through simple songs, pictures and play.
Fall Festival - October 31
Carnival, games, prizes, candy, hayrides and lots more.
Easter Fest
Breakfast & egg hunt the Saturday before Palm Sunday.
F.Y.I. Families Yearning for Intimacy
Equipping parents to raise spiritual champions through mentors, forums, discussions.
Vacation Bible School
VBS includes dinner, games, crafts, stories, & more -last week in June.
Children’s Theater
A new ministry at CGPC, this group will rehearse and present plays for the family audience. Students will improve in their speaking skills, confidence and teamwork abilities. We rehearse on Wednesdays from 3:30-5:30 and will present “Alice in Wonderland” in the early spring.
Preschool - Mary Crocker
mkcrocker@sbcglobal.net
Two’s class meets Tuesday & Thursday from 9:15 to 11:15 a.m. Three year olds meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15 to 11:00 a.m. Preschool (ages 4 & 5) meet Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9-11:30 a.m.
FINANCE MINISTRY- Bob Park.
kdprmp@insightbb.com
LIBRARY - Susan Bucko
SusanBucko@aol.com
MISSIONS - Mark Slauter
msslauter@prodigy.net
WORSHIP - Scott Kane
scott@centergrovechurch.org

Worship Band - Scott Kane
Meets Thursday evenings at 6:30 p.m. and leads congregational singing at Sunday worship services.
Worship Choir - Scott Kane
Singing, prayer, and fellowship for high school through adults. We sing at Sunday worship services. Meets Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m.
JuBellation Ringers - Handbell Choir - Sarah Stoel
sarah@stoelfam.com
Handbell ringing, fun, music, and fellowship for all adults. Plays occasionally at Sunday worship services. Rehearsal at 7:15 p.m. on Wednesday.
Music Academy - Andrea Culver
sagb@sbcglobal.net
Offers private music lessons to students of all ages in voice, clarinet, saxophone, and piano.
Red Carpet Team - Brad Powell
powellbsak@sbcglobal.net
Sound System - Wayne Koons
palomino5244@sbcglobal.net
Video Team - Wayne Koons
Provides hymn words and video enhancement for worship.
YOUTH MINISTRIES - John Hagmann
johnh@centergrovechurch.org
56ers & Jr. High
Meets on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. for dinner, games and Bible study.
Senior High (9-12 grades)
Meets Sundays from 6 - 8 p.m. at church for games and Bible discussion in the Fellowship Hall.
Homefront - College Group
Meets periodically at homes when students are in town during breaks.