NORTHGATE ADULT AND CHILDREN MINISTRIES
 

Youth and Children

 

United Methodist Youth Fellowship: Youth fellowship provides an exciting opportunity for young people (grades 7-12) to enhance their spiritual growth through games, outings, snack suppers, and church related projects.

 

 

Our mission, as the youth,  is to grow spiritually, through fellowship with one another and with God, to build lasting bonds with each other, to reach out to our community in service, and to have a good time while accomplishing our goals.

 


Sunday School

Nursery (Infant to 15 Months): Dependable, loving, and well supervised care is available for newborns and babies not yet walking on their own.

Walkers (15 Months to 3 Years): Our walkers are encouraged to experience God's world through their emerging senses and to learn about God and Jesus through simple Bible verses, songs, flannel board plays, painting, and other exciting, age-appropriate learning opportunities.

Pre-School (3 to 4 Years): Interactive stories, games, crafts, and other exciting opportunities encourage children to learn Bible stories and begin practicing simples Biblical truths in their own lives.

Kindergarten through 3rd Grade: This program focuses on children's efforts to begin applying Biblical text and truths in their own lives through the use of age-appropriate lessons and activites.

4th, 5th and 6th Grade: Bible stories, specialized readings, and current events (drama, role play, and personal life experiences) bring Biblical characters and events into an understandable context for children.
 



Adults
Chancel Choir: Open to any adult who likes to sing. Rehearsal is held each Wednesday at 7:30 P.M.

United Methodist Women: All women interested in learning more about the role of "women in the life of the church" are invited to attend these meetings held the 2nd Tuesday of each month.

United Methodist Men: All men interested in learning more about the role of "men in the life of the church" are invited to attend these meetings held the 2nd Tuesday of each month.

Outreach: Every 3rd Monday. Includes programs such as Back to School, Clothes Closet and Food Pantry.
 


Sunday School

Pioneer: Adults 25 and up. This class provides an opportunity to explore social issues and topical Biblical content as chosen by group participants or the class leader.

New Revelations: Adults 30 and up. Married and single couples take turns leading discussion from participant selected lesson plans. Topics generally relate to the application of Christian teaching in modern life. Individual ideas and opinions are encouraged and discussed. Social gatherings are an important part of the Christian fellowship.

Agape: All are welcome both singles & couples - We cater to seniors. Teacher led Bible to Life Studies. Class starts with Bible based topics and open discussion is entered into by all. The studies are Bible-centered and related to modern living and Christianity. Friendship, fellowship, fun food and prayers are enjoyed by the class.

Genesis:

Joy Class:

Northgate Committees

Worship Committee: Works with the church staff to plan and provide the best worship experiences for our church.

Evangelism Committee: Seeks to fulfill the call of Christ that we reach out to our neighbors to invite them to be a part of the Christian faith and to join our church family.

Outreach Committee: Seeks to reach out to our community and world to provide ministry of care in the name of Christ to those in need of assistance. Outreach programs include our Back to School, Food Pantry, Clothes Closet, Christmas Gift Collection.

Finance Committee: Works to develop and administer the church budget and care for the finances of the church.

Education Committee: Develops all the educational ministry of our church such as Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, Confirmation, Bible Studies and Small Groups.

Stewardship Committee: Seeks to develop and encourage our faithfulness in supporting the church with our gifts and talents so that we are good stewards with all of our blessings.

Staff/Pastor Parish Relations Committee (PPR): Works with and manages the church staff as well as nurtures the relationship between the pastor and the congregation.

Age Level Committee: Seeks to provide fellowship opportunities for our church family such as our Church Picnics, Theme Parties, Luncheons, Special Holiday Events.

Trustees: Oversee and maintain the physical property of the church.

Church Council At Large Members: Serve the Church Council. The Church Council is the primary governing body of the local church and cares for all of the ministries of the church.