Introduction

Each of these ministries brings members together to serve needs in the body and/or the community. The ministries are different but all have the common mission of gaining followers of Jesus and teaching them to obey His commands (Mt. 28:18-20).

Each ministry should have at least two leaders and plenty of workers so that the ministry functions effectively and no persons are over-burdened. Each ministry leader should have a clear understanding of the role of their ministry and the resources and support to make the most of their opportunities in light of the vision for this congregation.

* Refers to a Deacon

Accounting & Finance  - Richard Hackman*

This ministry is responsible for processing purchase requests, maintaining current records on all church transactions contributions, budgets and checks. Further, it investigates ways to improve North Central staff benefits; coordinates annual budget development; and provides regular financial reports to Shepherds.

Assembly - Louie Warren*

The Assembly Ministry seeks to develop worship assemblies that honor Father, Son, and Spirit in word and song; inspire and convict at the same time; assemblies that are joyful and relevant and help everyone draw near to God in worship and daily life. This team will plan and organize all assemblies of the whole church so that our thoughts are one in song, prayer, scripture and teaching.

Benevolence and Service - Janet Flynn

The North Central Benevolence Ministry works with the office staff to provide assistance in emergency situations and circumstances. This ministry also actively seeks out pressing benevolence and service opportunities within the Body and our community for members, life groups and other ministry teams to address. They also work closely with the Evangelism Team to identify and follow up with needy people who may be seeking God. This team is on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, for emergency needs in the Body, and needs in the community when assistance is needed.

B.R.E.A.D. - Linda Troxel and Ellen Bristoe

This ministry manages a sign-up list for teams of members to prepare a light supper each Wednesday evening before Bible classes.

Building and Grounds - Tony Flynn

The Building and Grounds Ministry provides all maintenance to the building and the grounds such as plumbing repairs, cleaning, painting, lawn trimming and flower bed upkeep. It works with other ministries to prepare facilities for events; and develop and implement plans for upgrading facilities or building new facilities to meet the needs of a growing church.

Campus - Aaron Brooks

The Campus Ministry seeks primarily to work on the IU campus and bring students into appropriate involvement in the church family at North Central during their time here in Bloomington. The main goal of the ministry is to provide spiritual service to undergrads, grads and international students. We want to build on the current work and see it grow into a ministry that will attract high school students to come to IU. We also seek to train students to become full-time workers in campus and youth ministries in the Midwest and beyond through the following means:

• Equipping Christian students to be effective servants of Jesus by doing good works and being successful in reaching out to friends
• Attracting unbelieving students and share the Good News with them
• Equipping new converts to diligently obey the commands of Jesus
• Equipping gifted Christian students to be leaders, and provide training for those who want to be full-time ministers.

Check out www.iuchristians.org!

Children's Education - Bobby Davis

This is a large ministry dedicated to children (infants through elementary school). We desire to draw the children that we serve to Jesus and one another via:

• Sunday/Wednesday Bible Classes: ongoing age appropriate development of “Bible Friends” curriculum designed to take children through the Bible on a yearly basis until (at the end of elementary) they have a great basic foundation of the Bible story; teachers teams to develop classroom programs and have a support and training program at each age level (Volunteers: 36)
• Worship Assembly Time:
  • Infant and toddler care in nursery (Volunteers: 68)
  • Pew Packers before assembly (ages 3-elementary) (Volunteers: 2)
  • Wee Worship (ages 4 thru Kindergarten) (Volunteers: 51)
  • Children's Worship (grades 1-2) (Volunteers required: 8)
• Daily Bible Reading Program: an organized program to encourage children to fall in love with reading the Word daily. (Volunteers: 1-3)
• Jesus “Family” Events: activities planned throughout the year to encourage fellowship between children, their families, and friends they'd like to bring:
  • Summer - VBS and Back to School Party (Volunteers: 40-50)
  • Autumn - Trunk or Treat (Volunteers: 20-30)
  • Winter - Game/Movie/Meal night (Volunteers: 5)
  • Spring - Egg Hunt (Volunteers: 6-10)
• Teacher Support Services:
  • Teacher's Workroom; Bulletin Boards; Art Projects (Volunteers: many)
  • Other: Leadership Training for Christ (optional for those interested)
• Children's Ministry Teacher's Quarterly Schedule

Adult Education - Bobby Davis

As we join each other on our journey of faith, we actively nurture, equip, and support our youth, singles, and families, pointing them to Christ. The Education Ministry:

• Focuses on providing our church family and the community with the opportunity to learn about God, the Bible and practical application of His will for our lives
• Develops curriculum, organizes classes, recruits and equips teachers for all age groups who will educate, inspire, and equip those who participate, allowing everyone to grow in the “grace and knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ”, and put their faith into practice
• Works closely with Youth Ministry to develop and coordinate appropriate high-quality Children's Ministry and classes
• Develops and coordinates training and workshop opportunities for ministry leaders and other members to improve ministry skills and effectiveness
• Other responsibilities include: class materials, AV room, library, budget, teacher backup, monthly event planning. And may include; VBS and Bible Camp staffing and recruitment

Emergency Response Team - Morris Bristoe

This ministry stands ready to help members and the community in the event of a disaster such as a tornado, flood, blackout, etc. by providing assistance with clean-up, food, housing, bill payments, etc.

Evangelism - Don Cross

The Evangelism Ministry specializes in prayer for and ministry of the Word to the lost. This ministry works to initiate and sustain initiatives that are effective in reaching lost people and training members for effective service in this area. This team also works with other ministries of the church to help them be effective in attracting seekers, and sharing in the word with them to bring about conversion. This team looks for opportunities in the community to seek and save the lost; to develop and participate in evangelistic events and classes; and to take advantage of other outreach opportunities.

Involvement Ministry - Don Cross

The Involvement Ministry's purpose is to follow up with guests to our assemblies; help new members connect with an appropriate life group and a ministry that fits their interest and gifts; help start and support needed ministries; and coordinate ministries so that we are working together toward a common goal.

Life Group - Don Cross

Life Groups function as an extended family for each member. Group members are committed to caring for each other and helping one another grow in Christ and meet the challenges of living the Christian life in this world. Members keep in touch with each other through the week, and meet as a group for a healthy mix of the following activities on a regular basis:

• Sharing and prayer--expression of needs and prayer for one another
• Service—awareness of needs and meeting them
• Learning--application of God's Word to life
• Food, fun and conversation--enjoying time with one another as brothers and sisters

The meeting time for life groups is Sunday afternoon and/or evenings at various times as determined by the individual groups. The location and content for each meeting is decided by the group leader with consideration of group needs, and guidance from the Life Groups Ministry Coordinator. Join us!

Also see Life Group leaders, locations and meeting times.

Men - Walt Anstead

An organized program of activities that give men the opportunity to be accountable, encouraged, convicted and uplifted by the Word of God and by each other. Activities include:

• Men's Breakfast and Bible Class: Starting in the Fall of 2007
• Men's Retreats
• Father and Son Activities
• Prayer gatherings
• Mentoring of the youth and college group

Missions - Vacant

This is an ongoing effort to support and assess our current missions commitments, and find the most pressing and appropriate mission opportunities here in our community, elsewhere in the U.S. and overseas. Responsibilities include:

• Communication with all of our foreign and domestic missionaries, and keep the congregation regularly informed of progress and needs
• To provide support and accountability for missionaries to ensure that each ministry is effective for Christ and making wise use of funds and other resources
• To find and communicate opportunities for mission work for the North Central Family and help members and ministries plug into those opportunities

Noah's Ark/PDO and Pre-school - Tracy Bowen-Mayo and John E. Jackson*

The Noah's Ark Program focuses on God and his care for children of the congregation and the community. Through this program we seek to actively nurture, equip, and support our youth, singles, and families, pointing them to Christ. PDO (Parents Day Out) provides developmental activities and experiences for preschool children in a safe and nurturing environment. To provide an opportunity for children and parents to participate in a parents Day-Out and Pre-School program that is Christ-Centered and Spirit led; budget and staffing; annual events for parent and children participation.

Office - Janet Flynn

Provides needed administrative support to include: building and ministry scheduling, church calendar, member and ministry databases, receptionist duties, correspondence and mailings, processing incoming mail, copying, help with bulletin publication, and other support for staff members and ministry leaders.

Prayer Chain - Peggy Price

Senior Seekers - Charlie Benedict, Lynn Bradley, and Ellen Pittman

There are literally thousands of senior citizens in our community who need to be reached for Jesus Christ. There are many of that same age group that are a part of the body here at North Central that have many talents and gifts to share with us and to the Lord. This group provides an organized plan of action for our Senior Seekers that include: Bible teaching, fellowship, evangelism and service, weekly meetings and other regular activities.

Shepherding Ministry

Also see Shepherd contact information.

Student/Visitor Lunch - Lurea Benedict

This ministry prepares and serves lunch for college students and visitors each Sunday during the IU school year September through April. There are four teams, each taking one Sunday per month.

Technology - Jim Coleman, II*

This ministry facilitates the operation of the sound system and video screen projection system for all Sunday morning and weekly services. Further, the ministry coordinates the purchase, installation, maintenance and operation of NC equipment and software including: sound system, projection equipment, computers and printers, copiers and other equipment.

Teens - Jim Walls* & Brian Fuller

This is a 24-hour a day, seven day a week program aimed at supporting North Central teens and families and helping them reach their friends for Christ. It is a well-organized, ongoing program of activities, classes, training and mentoring that meets the needs of North Central teens and their friends with a view to an ever-increasing number of teen Christians who are growing in Christ, reaching their friends and developing leaders for the kingdom and future leaders at North Central. Teens should be involved in the activities and ministries of the body and not separated any more than is necessary to meet the goals of this ministry. This ministry works in cooperation with the Education Ministry Team to develop and maintain an ongoing program of high-quality classes and appropriate activities for North Central teens.

Check Out:North Central Church of Christ Teen Website

Transportation - Jim Walls

Coordinates ride service for members and visitors.

We Care - Janet Flynn

This ministry is comprised of teams of members who rotate responsibility for providing food for family members in the event of a member's death.

Women - Rynn Cooper and Merideth Wiley

An organized program of activities that give women the opportunity to be accountable, encouraged, convicted and uplifted by the Word of God and by each other. Activities include: 

• Women's Retreats, Mother and Daughter Activities, & B.R.E.A.D.