Six Habits of a Transformed Life

The Six Habits of a Transformed Life are at the heart of our Christian Journey. Nobody gets very far in life without some effort, commitment and follow through. They are ancient disciplines that Christ followers have practiced for centuries and all are proven effective in transforming the mundane and routine into the Adventure of a Lifetime. They are proven ways to grow deeper in our relationship with Christ and farther our walk with God through every season of life. Every member is asked to practice these habits and encourage those around us in staying true to who we are as the Body of Christ.  While there are other spiritual disciplines, these six are at our core.

• Spend time daily with God        March 28, 2011
• Invite friends to know God        April 4, 2011
• Give generously            April 13, 2011
• Serve in a ministry            April 28, 2011
• Participate in a small group
• Worship Regularly

Each week I will share some thoughts and helpful hints on how to follow through on these important disciplines.

  SERVE IN A MINISTRY We're sent into the community to serve those in need and to make our community more loving and just. We believe that the Holy Spirit empowers and guides us in these ministries and that wherever there's need and suffering, we meet Christ, already at work. But still, we cannot be effective in ministry on our own. So the congregation exists, in part, to surround and support each member in his or her ministry. Serving can mean many different things to different people from various backgrounds and experiences. Our aim is to have everyone here at First Church serving with the same passion, purpose and direction as we seek to glorify God by giving our hearts and hands to Make a Difference in our world. Ways to Serve in the Church and Community These programs focus on outreach, ministry and supporting activities within the church and community in order meet needs and strengthen relationships and share the love of Christ.

• Children's Ministry: A safe, loving environment for Nursery, Preschool and elementary children.
• Adult Ministries: coordinate discipleship & fellowship opportunities for couples, parents and singles
• Greeters: Begin a conversation with a church visitor, reduce their anxiety about being new, be a guide.
• HeartWarmers: Hospital, home visits and phone calls to those in need of a little extra TLC.
• Library Ministry: A variety of Christian materials to those seeking a deeper knowledge of God
• Missions: Taking the Truth of God's Word to people around the community, state and the entire world.

  Community Breakfast, Clothes Closet,

• Media Ministry: Making God's Word available through audio, video and the Internet.
• Meals Ministry: Meals to church members in times of need. Volunteer or request a meal.
• CookieCutters: Bake cookies for visitors, shut ins and friends as an expression of
• Prayer Team: We'd love to pray for you, or someone in need.
• Ushers: Help churchgoers easily transition from a Sunday morning
• Worship Team: Prepare hearts to experience God's Presence in a life changing way.
• Youth Ministry: Small groups, concerts, and outreach for Middle and Senior High school students.

Have Questions? If you have questions about our any of our ministries or how you can become equipped to serve, please call us at 304.375.6386, or contact us online.