Ministry Opportunities
The variety of missions and ministries at Christ United Methodist Church are a reflection of the diversity we share as a congregation. We encourage you to share your gifts with us in fellowship, in mission, and in your spiritual journey.
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30 Hour Famine
Sponsored by the church's youth program, this fundraising campaign raises money to stop hunger and disease while challenging participants to go thirty hours without food.
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A Y's Place Daycare Center
A Y's Place is a quality daycare program housed at the church and serving the children of the neighborhood
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AARP
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people age 50 and over. For years, our congregation has supported AARP by serving meals and providing meeting space.
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Bill & Helen Lovelace
The Rev. Bill and Helen Lovelace are United Methodist missionaries of the General Board of Global Ministries who are serving in Kiev, Ukraine.
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Book Club
Avid readers meet the first Thursday of each month to discuss a new book.
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Builder's Class
This adult Sunday School Class invites guest teachers to discuss a wide variety of topics.
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Chancel Choir
An integral part of our worship celebrations, this group meets weekly (Sep.-June) to prepare music to share on Sunday mornings. All are welcome to join.
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Companionship Class
This adult Sunday School class offers an informal atmosphere where subjects of group interest are explored through uninhibited discussion
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Computer Classes
Our recently renovated multi-computer lab offers multiple courses for computer users of all different skill levels.
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Cult Awareness
This organization communicates information with the community about the dangers and risks associated with cults.
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Distance Learning
Our distance learning lab offers a variety of insightful programming opportunities through its connection with the world.
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Fellowship Class
This Sunday School class conducts short-term studies and discussions based on a variety of current and recent literature related to Christian life
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Food Pantry
Our missions committee reguarly collects donations of canned and other non-perishable food items for donation to local charity organizations.
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Girl Scouts
Girl Scouts of the USA is the world?s preeminent organization dedicated solely to girls?all girls?where, in an accepting and nurturing environment, girls build character and skills for success in the real world.
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Good Neighbors
Our congregation has long assisted this local ministry which provides food and clothing to persons in need
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Handbell Choir
Our handbell choir fills the church with music during special worship services. All are welcome.
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Knitting Group
In addition to meeting for fellowship, this group has crafted sweaters and other items for donations to the needy.
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Larry & Jane Kies
Larry and Jane Kies are missionaries of the General Board of Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church assigned to Africa University, located just outside Mutare, the fourth-largest city in Zimbabwe in the southern region of the continent.
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League of Women Voters
This nonpartisan political organization has received support from our congregation for years, particularly through the use of our facility where they have an office.
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Library
Containing over 4,000 materials, our church library features both adult and children's rooms containg books of reference, fiction and non-fiction, poetry; books on tape; and DVD?s.
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No Limits Teen Ministries
Youth ministry program available to teens ages 12-18. Check out our web site at
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Nursery
Should you prefer not to have your young children attend worship, our nursery provides safe and exciting activities while you are away.
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Open M
OPEN M is a non-profit neighborhood-based, comprehensive ministry working in the community of South Akron. OPEN M serves numerous sections of the city and county with a variety of programs that touch the lives of over 6,000 people each year.
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Overeaters Anonymous
Overeaters Anonymous offers a program of recovery from compulsive overeating using a twelve step program.
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Rebecca Circle
Circle group meeting the fourth Thursday of each month (Sep.-June)
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Red Bird Mission
Red Bird Mission, a non-profit agency located in the Appalachian mountains of Southeastern Kentucky, empowers individuals and advocated justice by providing educational, health, and community outreach ministries to area low-income residents.
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Sunday School
This children's Sunday School class participate in interactive lessons, crafts, games and an occasional service project, all keyed to Bible themes.
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United Methodist Women
The United Methodist Women seek to foster spiritual growth, develop leaders and advocate for justice.
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Vacation Bible School
This annual week-long program provides an ecumenical opportunity for young children throughout the neighborhood to learn more about God and the Bible.
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Worship
Christ Church offers weekly worship services featuring a spectrum of diverse music and messages.