The primary purpose of these ministries is to bring together people with similar interests for fellowship, encouragement and in-depth Bible study. To obtain more information about a particular ministry, click on the contact person's name to send an e-mail, or phone him or her at the number provided.
Child care is available for some daytime ministry activities. Write to Joni Groff , or phone 533-4848, for information.
Adult Education Fellowships (AEFs)
These groups meet every Sunday morning for fellowship, prayer, and biblical teaching. Topics of study change each quarter. These open groups are either intergenerational or based on life stages and average 20 to 50 people. The classes meet during both worship services, so it is possible to attend a class and worship on Sunday morning. Write to Amanda Fletcher , or phone 533-2092, ext. 2017, for more information.
Click here for a listing of AEFs .
Community Groups
These are groups of 10 to 30 people who gather once or twice a month for fellowship and Bible study. For more information, write to Amanda Fletcher , or phone 533-2092, ext. 2017.
King's Corps
This ministry strives to do all that is possible to enable developmentally disabled adults and older teens to hear and receive the Good News of Jesus Christ, help them grow in their walk with the Lord and provide them with opportunities for ministry and social interaction. In addition to Sunday school at 10:45 a.m. in room 10, the group enjoys monthly social events and participates regularly in the life of the church. For more information, phone Cheryl Mishler at 469-7354.
Men's Fraternity
Morning and evening sessions of Men's Fraternity are meeting from October through May. The morning group meets Tuesdays from 6 to 7:15 a.m. in the auditorium for teaching by our pastors, breakfast and small-group intereaction.The evening group meets Wednesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the sanctuary lobby. For more information, phone Michael Blessing, 469-2927, or Randy Hauck, 566-2341.
Men's Small Groups
Helping men build a strong walk with the Lord and find accountability is the goal of men's small groups. They meet on various days at various times to suit all work schedules. Phone Paul Kushel at 939-0350, for more information.
Meeting Other Moms (MOM)
Designed to minister to the needs of mothers of young children MOM meets the second Thursday of each month during the school year from 9:30 to 11:15 a.m. in the overflow. Child care is available by preregistration with Joni Groff. For more information, phone Suzanne Burton, 534-2076.
MOPS
Mothers of Pre-Schoolers (MOPS) meets twice a month on Thursdays during the school year from 9:30 to 11:15 a.m. in the auditorium. This morning is set aside as a time of fellowship, a speaker, small-group discussion and a craft. Moms must register to attend. For more information, phone Jodi Kirman, 361-2676.
Pathseekers Ministry for Widows and Widowers
This ministry seeks to come alongside widows and widowers of all ages and walks of life. Monthly fellowship meetings are held the last Saturday of each month. Call Nancy Hoffmann, 367-2468, for more information.
Precept Bible Study
Precept Bible studies meet on Tuesdays during the school year for in-depth study of a book of the Bible or a biblical topic. Both morning and evening classes are offered. For topics and class dates, see Hershey Free Happenings. For more information about the morning class, phone Judy Grow, 566-4857. With questions about the evening class, phone Dorothee Murray, 533-2750.
Rangers
This men's group meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in room 40 during the school year and is open to all men who wish to connect with some friends while growing closer to God. For more information, phone Chuck Wingate, 657-8643.
Women's Morning Fellowship
Women of the church gather in a large group for study of a Bible topic, then split into small groups for discussion and prayer. Women's Morning Fellowship meets on Tuesdays from 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. during the school year and takes a break during the summer. Study topics are announced in Hershey Free Happenings and the Sunday bulletin. For more information, phone Karen Kennedy, 566-5771.
Women's Evening Fellowship
Designed for women who are not available to attend daytime programs because of work schedules or other responsibilities, Women's Evening Fellowship meets Wednesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in room 10 during the school year. Study topics are announced in Hershey Free Happenings and the Sunday bulletin. For more information, phone Cheryl Rhine, 540-8478.