Mutual Care Ministry
Fairfield Glade United Methodist Church
"... the members may have the same care for one another. If one member suffers, all suffer together with it; if one
member is honored, all rejoice together with it."
1 Corinthians 25b-26
The Ministries under the umbrella of Mutual Care believe that the Body of Christ fulfills the Biblical expectation that the Church "bear
one another's burdens." We understand that in a congregation of our size we need to develop caring ministries to supplement the
pastoral care provided by our clergy. At the same time that this ministry offers aid to congregation members it also provides
opportunities for growth to those who minister to individuals needs.
For information regarding any of these ministries, you may contact chairperson Connie Hall by sending her an email.
Barnabas Ministry
Barnabas Ministers extend the arm of the church into the homes of those persons suffering short or long-term illnesses which impede
their ability to attend worship services. In this way, members of our faith community can stay connected to the congregation at large
and participate in activities such as praying for the needs of the congregation and community. Once a month Barnabas Ministers carry
Holy Communion to persons' homes. Phone contacts, prayers, cards, and home visits during the month are encouraging and heartfelt
gestures commonplace for this ministry.
Bereavement Ministry
In support of family and friends, this caring ministry readily hosts refreshments following funeral and memorial services which are held
at the church.
Grief Support Ministry
This support group is open to any and all persons in the community who find themselves encountering varied stages of grief and loss.
The group offers a safe place for persons to share with one another the way life has changed through loss. Group members extend
compassion, are sensitive to individual's questions and concerns, offer hope, and discuss spiritual aspects of life and death through
the assurance of our Christian faith. Further information is available in a brochure located on the information table outside the church
office.
Home Maintenance Ministry
Capable volunteers offer assistance to those in our church community who are physically unable to complete minor household repairs
and are experiencing problems with household items such as dripping faucets, leaking toilets, or needing locks installed, or entry ramps
constructed for wheelchairs.
Life Enrichment Events Ministry
Planning and implementing special interest seminars on behalf of the congregation and community such as "Facing the Future
Unafraid" is the goal of this Ministry. This group encourages congregation members to offer suggestions for possible topics of interest
that can result in a worthwhile event.
Prayer Ministry
The value of prayer is basic to Fairfield Glade United Methodist Church.
A special thank you to all who pray with us at home, in your vehicles, prayer chapel, and whatever “prayer closet” you may use.
Interceding, standing in the gap, for other people is truly an honor and a privilege. This church values prayer and encourages us/you
to pray at all times. I thank you for bringing to our attention those who need prayer.
You need to know that no one is automatically put on the prayer list. Someone must call or e-mail or fill out a prayer request form for
that to happen.
We are grateful to have a Prayer Chapel in our building which is a quiet room set aside near the church office that is available for you
to use individually or with a small group any time the church is open. There are Bibles, hymnals, anointing oil and background music
available to meet your need, surrounded by beautiful stained glass windows and gently-used pews. That is where the Intercessory
Prayer Group meets on Tues. mornings at 9:15 AM. Every congregant has a standing invitation to come and participate or observe this
vital ministry.
How do you get your prayer concern to the people who will pray? If it is an emergency, call Betty Johnson (484-0897) or Jean Hewitson
(484-3489). They will pass on the prayer request by phone to those who have committed to pray for your need. Other prayer
requests: i.e. hospitalizations, illnesses, deaths, call or e-mail:
Marlene Badgerow 484-0001 (badge368@comcast.net)
Cheryl Hamilton 456-9636 (cnghamilton@yahoo.com)
Andrea Legg 456-6185 (jlegg@citlink.net)
They will send out the request to the seventy plus prayer warriors on their list. These prayer participants receive a list of prayer
concerns over the internet each Sunday and engage in prayer for those who have been identified by prayer requests.
Additional updates and requests are forwarded throughout the week. This list is the basic one the Tues. morning intercessors use
when they pray, and they add the requests made on the gray prayer request forms in the pews to the e-mail prayer chain list. Then,
your requests are taken before the throne of God, in the Name of Jesus.
As you can tell, prayer is an essential part of FFGUMC. It is our goal to serve you by coming alongside you, to aid you in your faith and
hope and to encourage you in the power and might of our Lord.
Grace and blessings to you all –
Jill Teske
Prayer Coordinator
“With all prayer and petition pray at all times in the Spirit, and with this in view, be on the alert with all perseverance and petition for all
the saints.”
Ephesians 6:18
Respite Care Ministry
Persons who spend a majority of their time in the care of a family member are given an opportunity by volunteers in this ministry to
have that much deserved break. Volunteers allow caregivers to simply get away from home and responsibility for at least a short time in
order to rejuvenate, to run special errands, and most importantly, realize a little private time.
Shepherd Ministry
This ministry exemplifies our own version of a 'Neighborhood Watch' effort. Groups are clustered geographically creating community
care cells to provide assistance and care to members in times of need. Members make an effort to be aware of needs within the group
and are available to provide a meal for someone newly released from the hospital, or to a family dealing with death. This ministry is an
integral part of connecting members’ needs with the church staff.
Bags of Grace
Bags of Grace is a ministry based on Matthew 25:35-40, dedicated to providing the basic necessities to our brothers and sisters in
need. This is achieved primarily, through gallon-sized zipper storage bags filled with food, water and hygiene products. Bags of Grace
are gifts for the last, the least and the lost. These gifts are a way to reach out to others with the love of Christ.
How can you help? Judy Etzel and her ecumenical book club have already begun gathering items and donations and many carry a
“bag of grace” with them in their car. If you would like to help with the purchase of items, donations may be made to the church for
“bags of grace.” If you would like to be available to carry a bag or two with you in your car so that you could give it away when you see
someone in need, please contact Judy Etzel.
Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministers receive fifty hours of training and participate monthly in continuing education. Care by a Stephen Minister does not
replace pastoral care, but is designed to be both supplementary and complementary. Because this caring relationship is highly
confidential, persons assigned a Stephen Minister are free to share their deepest hurts, fears, and questions of faith without concern of
being judged or criticized. Having the freedom to express the pain that disrupts us often brings one the hope that leads to healing.
Stephen Ministers, however, will be the first to tell you that they are simply the caregivers as Christ is the cure giver.
Click the Stephen Ministry title link to learn more about Stephen Ministry, what it is, what the program means to a congregation, or how
you might come to serve or be served.
Transportation Ministry
Persons unable to drive or to arrange transportation to church, the doctor's office, the hospital, to complete medical tests or
treatments, to keep necessary appointments, or to attend important meetings or events may contact members of this ministry for
transportation assistance.
The Memorial Garden
The Memorial Garden was established in 1991 for the purpose of interring the cremains of members and immediate family members.
The Columbarium
The Columbarium at F.F.G. became a reality in the year 2000. Through a survey of its members, the interest was very positive to
establish this addition to our Church.
member is honored, all rejoice together with it."
1 Corinthians 25b-26
The Ministries under the umbrella of Mutual Care believe that the Body of Christ fulfills the Biblical expectation that the Church "bear
one another's burdens." We understand that in a congregation of our size we need to develop caring ministries to supplement the
pastoral care provided by our clergy. At the same time that this ministry offers aid to congregation members it also provides
opportunities for growth to those who minister to individuals needs.
For information regarding any of these ministries, you may contact chairperson Connie Hall by sending her an email.
Barnabas Ministry
Barnabas Ministers extend the arm of the church into the homes of those persons suffering short or long-term illnesses which impede
their ability to attend worship services. In this way, members of our faith community can stay connected to the congregation at large
and participate in activities such as praying for the needs of the congregation and community. Once a month Barnabas Ministers carry
Holy Communion to persons' homes. Phone contacts, prayers, cards, and home visits during the month are encouraging and heartfelt
gestures commonplace for this ministry.
Bereavement Ministry
In support of family and friends, this caring ministry readily hosts refreshments following funeral and memorial services which are held
at the church.
Grief Support Ministry
This support group is open to any and all persons in the community who find themselves encountering varied stages of grief and loss.
The group offers a safe place for persons to share with one another the way life has changed through loss. Group members extend
compassion, are sensitive to individual's questions and concerns, offer hope, and discuss spiritual aspects of life and death through
the assurance of our Christian faith. Further information is available in a brochure located on the information table outside the church
office.
Home Maintenance Ministry
Capable volunteers offer assistance to those in our church community who are physically unable to complete minor household repairs
and are experiencing problems with household items such as dripping faucets, leaking toilets, or needing locks installed, or entry ramps
constructed for wheelchairs.
Life Enrichment Events Ministry
Planning and implementing special interest seminars on behalf of the congregation and community such as "Facing the Future
Unafraid" is the goal of this Ministry. This group encourages congregation members to offer suggestions for possible topics of interest
that can result in a worthwhile event.
Prayer Ministry
The value of prayer is basic to Fairfield Glade United Methodist Church.
- Intercessory Prayer Group - meeting on Tuesday mornings at 9:00 a.m. is a caring group of persons who respond
confidentially to care concerns that have been raised within the congregation. Contact Jill Teski, 707-1249 (cjteske@frontiernet.
net).
- Telephone Emergency Prayer Chain - In immediate response to crisis situations and concerns, the prayer team, currently
thirty-four in number, responds with intercessory prayer to those prayer requests that are put forth. Contact Betty Johnson 484-
0896 or Jean Hewitson 484-3489.
- Prayer Chapel - The Prayer Chapel is located near the church office and is available for use by individuals, committees, or
groups. Additionally, Holy Communion is served at 9:30 a.m. the 3rd Thursday of each month.
- E-Mail Prayer Chain - The more technological members of our prayer team, currently fourteen participants, receive a list of
prayer concerns over the Internet each Sunday and engage in prayer for those who have been identified by prayer requests.
Contact Marlene Badgerow, 484-0001 (badge368@comcast.net), Cheryl Hamilton, 456-9636 (cnghamilton@yahoo.com) or
Andrea Legg, 456-6185 (jlegg@citlink.net).
A special thank you to all who pray with us at home, in your vehicles, prayer chapel, and whatever “prayer closet” you may use.
Interceding, standing in the gap, for other people is truly an honor and a privilege. This church values prayer and encourages us/you
to pray at all times. I thank you for bringing to our attention those who need prayer.
You need to know that no one is automatically put on the prayer list. Someone must call or e-mail or fill out a prayer request form for
that to happen.
We are grateful to have a Prayer Chapel in our building which is a quiet room set aside near the church office that is available for you
to use individually or with a small group any time the church is open. There are Bibles, hymnals, anointing oil and background music
available to meet your need, surrounded by beautiful stained glass windows and gently-used pews. That is where the Intercessory
Prayer Group meets on Tues. mornings at 9:15 AM. Every congregant has a standing invitation to come and participate or observe this
vital ministry.
How do you get your prayer concern to the people who will pray? If it is an emergency, call Betty Johnson (484-0897) or Jean Hewitson
(484-3489). They will pass on the prayer request by phone to those who have committed to pray for your need. Other prayer
requests: i.e. hospitalizations, illnesses, deaths, call or e-mail:
Marlene Badgerow 484-0001 (badge368@comcast.net)
Cheryl Hamilton 456-9636 (cnghamilton@yahoo.com)
Andrea Legg 456-6185 (jlegg@citlink.net)
They will send out the request to the seventy plus prayer warriors on their list. These prayer participants receive a list of prayer
concerns over the internet each Sunday and engage in prayer for those who have been identified by prayer requests.
Additional updates and requests are forwarded throughout the week. This list is the basic one the Tues. morning intercessors use
when they pray, and they add the requests made on the gray prayer request forms in the pews to the e-mail prayer chain list. Then,
your requests are taken before the throne of God, in the Name of Jesus.
As you can tell, prayer is an essential part of FFGUMC. It is our goal to serve you by coming alongside you, to aid you in your faith and
hope and to encourage you in the power and might of our Lord.
Grace and blessings to you all –
Jill Teske
Prayer Coordinator
“With all prayer and petition pray at all times in the Spirit, and with this in view, be on the alert with all perseverance and petition for all
the saints.”
Ephesians 6:18
Respite Care Ministry
Persons who spend a majority of their time in the care of a family member are given an opportunity by volunteers in this ministry to
have that much deserved break. Volunteers allow caregivers to simply get away from home and responsibility for at least a short time in
order to rejuvenate, to run special errands, and most importantly, realize a little private time.
Shepherd Ministry
This ministry exemplifies our own version of a 'Neighborhood Watch' effort. Groups are clustered geographically creating community
care cells to provide assistance and care to members in times of need. Members make an effort to be aware of needs within the group
and are available to provide a meal for someone newly released from the hospital, or to a family dealing with death. This ministry is an
integral part of connecting members’ needs with the church staff.
Bags of Grace
Bags of Grace is a ministry based on Matthew 25:35-40, dedicated to providing the basic necessities to our brothers and sisters in
need. This is achieved primarily, through gallon-sized zipper storage bags filled with food, water and hygiene products. Bags of Grace
are gifts for the last, the least and the lost. These gifts are a way to reach out to others with the love of Christ.
How can you help? Judy Etzel and her ecumenical book club have already begun gathering items and donations and many carry a
“bag of grace” with them in their car. If you would like to help with the purchase of items, donations may be made to the church for
“bags of grace.” If you would like to be available to carry a bag or two with you in your car so that you could give it away when you see
someone in need, please contact Judy Etzel.
Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministers receive fifty hours of training and participate monthly in continuing education. Care by a Stephen Minister does not
replace pastoral care, but is designed to be both supplementary and complementary. Because this caring relationship is highly
confidential, persons assigned a Stephen Minister are free to share their deepest hurts, fears, and questions of faith without concern of
being judged or criticized. Having the freedom to express the pain that disrupts us often brings one the hope that leads to healing.
Stephen Ministers, however, will be the first to tell you that they are simply the caregivers as Christ is the cure giver.
- Fulfilling the Law of Christ
“I commend Stephen Ministers for the excellent way in which they accept the after crisis nurturing of persons who need and
deserve support. Keeping Christ at their Center, they trust they will be equipped by God to do the Ministry they are called to do.
As a Pastor for 12 years in a Stephen Ministry Congregation and as one trained as a Stephen Leader, I also recognize the
quality of training received in the initial 50 hours, the monthly Continuing Ed Sessions, and the bi-monthly Supervision as a very
real asset.”
- --Rev. Ken Miller, Director of Assimilation – FFGUMC
Click the Stephen Ministry title link to learn more about Stephen Ministry, what it is, what the program means to a congregation, or how
you might come to serve or be served.
Transportation Ministry
Persons unable to drive or to arrange transportation to church, the doctor's office, the hospital, to complete medical tests or
treatments, to keep necessary appointments, or to attend important meetings or events may contact members of this ministry for
transportation assistance.
The Memorial Garden
The Memorial Garden was established in 1991 for the purpose of interring the cremains of members and immediate family members.
The Columbarium
The Columbarium at F.F.G. became a reality in the year 2000. Through a survey of its members, the interest was very positive to
establish this addition to our Church.
Caregivers’
Support Group,
meets the
fourth
Wednesday of
each month in
Rooms 6 and 3.
Support Group,
meets the
fourth
Wednesday of
each month in
Rooms 6 and 3.
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