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Children's Ministry
Our Children’s Ministry is led by Marsha Turner. Children (K-5th grade) meet for Sunday School at 9:45 AM and utilize the Faith Weaver’s Friend curriculum.
On Wednesday evenings from 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM, children enjoy a time of Bible learning as well as Music with Melanie, our church’s Music Director.
Sunday morning worship includes an age-appropriate children’s church using the Simply Loved curriculum which explores the Old and New Testaments.
Additionally, children can expect a fun children’s moment with Preacher Billy during the worship service. Contact Marsha Turner at (919) 320-7078 for more information.
Youth Ministry
On Wednesday evenings from 4:30 PM – 5:45 PM, youth enjoy a time of Bible learning as well as Music with Melanie, our church’s Music Director.
Bible studies, mission activities, and service activities are emphasized. Youth attend several retreats a year in addition to fellowshipping with youth from other churches.
For more information, contact the church office at (919) 701-1408.
Adult Sunday School
There are currently two adult Sunday school classes that meet from 9:45 AM – 10:45 AM.
The Pilgrim Class meets in the church office, conference room and follows a quarterly curriculum that offers a discussion of scripture and life application. This class has a rotation of teachers.
The Word Class meets in the classroom off the Fellowship Hall. This class studies Books of the Bible in-depth and is led by Jim Johnson with an occasional substitute.
Wednesday Seasonal Bible Studies
Ladies’ Bible Study and a Co-Ed Bible Study meet during the spring and fall on Wednesday evenings from 6:15 PM – 7:30 PM. Elaine Olsen facilitates the Ladies’ studies and Pastor Billy Olsen facilitates the Co-Ed studies. Contact the church office for more details (919) 701-1408.
Nursery
A staffed nursery is provided for infants and toddlers on Sundays and at most, additional gatherings.
Adult Chancel Choir
Led by the capable and talented Melanie Leslie, the adult choir meets on Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM for choir practice in the sanctuary. All are welcome!
Fellowship Breakfast
Join us on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month at 8:45 AM in the Fellowship Hall for a hot breakfast prepared by volunteers.
Circles
All women of the church are encouraged to get involved in one of the Circles. The Circle of Faith (Karen Hicks) meets in the evenings and the Circle of Love (Janet Wilson) meets in the morning. The Circles discuss current issues as they relate to the Bible.
Ladies Sharing Group
The Sharing Group meets on Monday mornings from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM in the church Fellowship Hall. The group is led by Jeanelle McCain. They encourage one another with scripture and prayer. Call Jeanelle at (803) 719-0500 for more information.
Tuesday Prayer Meeting
Join us for a time of intercessory prayer on Tuesdays at 4:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall where we pray over a list of prayer requests and community needs.
Back to School Support
In association with the Benson Area Ministerial Association (BAMA) we provide backpacks and supplies for needy students for the upcoming school year.
Send-a-Hug
The Send-A-Hug ministry is our college student outreach. Our goal is to keep our college students involved and connected with the church family. Cards, surprise mailings and other contacts are made to each student throughout the year. You can help in the following ways:
1. Be in prayer for our students as they face challenges.
2. Visit, e-mail or send mail to the young people to let them know that they are being
remembered. Student names and school addresses are available through the church office.
3. Make donations to the Send-A-Hug project through your designated donations.
Send-a-Bear
In conjunction with the Benson Police Department, we provide new stuffed bears for children in crisis. They are distributed at the discretion of members of the Benson PD.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Our group has knitted or crocheted more than 200 prayer shawls for members as well as friends and relatives who are going through life changing/challenging happenings such as cancer, sickness, grief, suffering and loss. Additionally, the shawls are given as tokens of love, friendship and caring. Blessings and prayers are knitted/crocheted into every shawl. Patterns and help are available.
For more information, please call the church office at (919) 701-1408 or send us an email at: [email protected].
Christ Community Christmas Closet
In association with the Benson Area Ministerial Association (BAMA) and the Benson Chamber of Commerce, our church members gather, sort, and distribute new toys (books, puzzles, stuffed animals, DVDs, games, bikes, etc.) for needy families in our community in early December.
Acts Food Pantry & Clothing Closet
In association with the Benson Area Ministerial Association (BAMA) we support the local Food Pantry at the Benson Civic Center on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 9:00 AM to noon. Please continue to add items to your grocery cart for distribution to the needy in our community. A donation bin is located in the hallway outside the church nursery. Additionally, a clothing closet has opened in conjunction with the ACTS Food Pantry which is also hosted in the Benson Civic Center. Children’s, women’s and men’s clothing are needed.
Contact the church office for more details (919) 701-1408.
Kairos
This is a ministry to women at the Central Prison in Raleigh. If you are interested in finding out more about this ministry, call Suzanne Cook (919) 634-7621.
Walk to Emmaus
The Walk to Emmaus is a Christian, spiritual renewal program intended to strengthen the local church through the development of Christian disciples and leaders. The program’s approach seriously considers the model of Christ’s servanthood and encourages Christ’s disciples to act in ways appropriate to being “a servant of all.” Contact the church office for more details (919) 701-1408.
Join Us
We Gather Every Sunday
8:45 AM
Fellowship Breakfast (1st and 3rd Sundays)
9:00 – 9:45 AM
Adult Choir Practice
9:45 – 10:45 AM
Sunday School
11:00 – 12:00 PM
Morning Worship