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Sheldon Heights' Ministries

The MINISTRIES of the Sheldon Heights Church of Christ (SHCC) have a primary purpose: meeting the needs of our members AND residents of our community. Following is a little information about some of the MINISTRIES we currently have in place at SHCC. If you want to become actively involved as a working "team member" of one or more of these ministries OR if you just want more information, please call 773-568-2929.

There is much to do... There's work on every hand... Get involved with one of the MINISTRIES at SHCC!

BENEVOLENCE

This ministry is designed to meet the physical needs (food, clothing, etc.) of our members as well as members of our community AND to empower them to become self-sufficient. Contact: Dennis Carter, ext. 16

BEREAVEMENT

There are probably very few things in life that hurt as much as the death of a loved one. This ministry strives to be a shoulder and system of support to those who have had death in their family. Its aim is to serve family members throughout the bereavement process including visiting funeral homes, planning services, etc.
Contact: Lionel Harden or Janet Bailey, ext. 27

EDUCATION

This important ministry is designed to help members and visitors move closer to God through a systematic course of bible study. Classes are available for all ages, from toddlers through adults. Classes meet on Sunday, Wednesday, and Thursdays each week; Twice a year, we offer a six-week course of study on Saturdays. Anyone desiring to be part of the Educational Staff must go through a course of training. Contacts, Artisha Carter, Sandra Smith or Derrill Porter, exts. 23 or 30

EMPLOYMENT

This ministry is designed to move people from the pre-employment to employment stage by offering workshops on interviewing, job searching, work skills, etc. and by providing leads for potential employment . Contact : Richard Hart

EVANGELISM

This is the most important ministry of the church; it is designed to involve every member in reaching UP to God, reaching IN to each other, and reaching OUT to the world. Contacts: Minister Charles L. Smith, ext. 14 or Sharon Underwood, ext. 13

FOOD PANTRY

This ministry, which is also part of the Benevolence ministry, is responsible for ordering, setting up, and distributing food each Tuesday; it works in cooperation with the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Contact: Robert J. Cathey Sr., 773-568-8925, ext. 11

LINK MINISTRY - PRAYER & FRIENDSHIP PARTNERS

This is an invaluable component of the Evangelism Ministry, this partnership is designed to get every member of SHCC, especially our new converts connected one to another in prayer & friendship; it also provides mentors for new converts and new members. Contact: Joyce E. Griffin, ext. 39

MARRIAGE

This ministry is designed to strengthen marriages and families through practical and spiritual workshops and activities and to provide couples with fulfilling fellowship with other couples. Contact: Minister Charles L. Smith ext. 14 or Sandra amih, ext. 30

MEN'S

This ministry is designed to provide men with resources and opportunities to rejuvenate and grow personally and spiritually as they grow closer to the Lord and each other through study, workshops, and retreats. Contact: Jerome Donald Sr., ext. 21 or James H. Mason Jr, ext. 19

MEDIA

This outreach ministry is designed to present the gospel to the world, as well as sick and shut-in members, through the use of television, radio, videotape and audiotape. Contact: Craig May, ext. 44

MISSIONARY (IAMM)

A ministry which works to fulfill what is commonly referred to as the "Great Commission"; it's goal is to go into all the world to share the gospel on both a national and international level, meeting both spiritual and physical needs. Contact: Minister Leonardo D. Gilbert, ext. 11

MUSIC

A ministry designed to spread the word of God through acappella singing. We use our voices and our talents to spread the word. If you enjoy singing (without music), you can be part of this ministry. Contact: Antony D. Carter, ext. 26

PUBLIC RELATIONS

Discovering the needs of our community, and doing our part to help make a difference is the primary goal of this ministry. This ministry plans seminars and workshops dealing with financial investments, college and career planning, health & wellness, etc. Contact: Wendell Hutson, ext. 37

RECOVERY

This ministry is designed to help people when they're down and troubled and dealing with substance abuse; this ministry is still in the formative stages, but it's primary goal is to provide support systems, workshops, and seminars to help those who are dealing with substance abuse, as well as their family members to recover. Contact: Barbara Collins, ext. 40

SENIOR CITIZENS

This ministry is designed to meet the physical, emotional, personal, and spiritual needs of senior members, as well as members of our community; it also strives to provide them with fulfilling outlets and fellowship with other seniors. Contact: Shelby Hamilton, ext.24

SINGLES

Single people have their own unique needs as they strive to live Godly, moral lives in this sin-sick world. This ministry provides singles with a means of fellowship via book clubs, retreats, social activities, as well as spiritual and personal growth by way of workshops, seminars, and other fulfilling activities and events. Contact: Ryan Lee or Chanetta Williams, ext. 41

TECHNOLOGY

This ministry is designed to spread the gospel and information about SHCC by way of the internet. Contact: Jerome Donald Sr, ext. 21

THINK TANKS

This ministry team serves as a liaison between the members and the ministerial team to discuss feedback from the membership which is useful to the ministers as they plan sermons and classes to meet the needs of the members and visitors.

TRANSPORTATION

Lack of transportation should not be a reason for a member or visitor to miss service or Bible class. This ministry plays a pivotal role in providing transportation to and from the church services, bible classes, and activities. Contact: John Sanders or Vernon Morgan, ext. 42

Women

Women have special needs as they strive to meet the daily demands of being wives, mothers, career women, friends, support givers, etc. This ministry works to provide women with resources for personal and spiritual rejuvenation and growth. Contacts: Tanya DePieza ,Sister to Sister; Aubrey Shird, Woman's Day; Pearlene Carter or Rutilla Cathey, Women's Retreat.

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Our youth need direction, guidance, and love. This ministry is designed to meet their needs as they strive to grow up in today's mixed-up world. This ministry offers a systematic program of workshops, retreats, social outings, etc. to help youth develop in a positive, nurturing environment. Contact: Will Smith or Ernice Clay, ext. 15

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SUNDAY


8:00 A.M. Worship Service

9:30 A.M. Bible Class (all ages)

11:00 A.M. Worship Service

3:00 P.M. 1st. & 3rd. Bible Class

4:00 P.M. Worship Service

Note: No 8:00 A.M. Service On All Fifth (5th) Sundays

WEDNESDAY

6:30 P.M. Evangelism Zone Meeting

7:30 P.M. Bible Class (all ages)


THURSDAY

10:00 A.M. Bible Class (adults)