Senior
PastorLarry Frakes9283 Atlee
Station Rd.Mechanicsville,
VA(804) 746-0800
Discipleship Ministry
The Discipleship Ministry is involved with the development of
Christians through the studying of God's word, and the application of it
to our lives. Wayne Smith is the minister of
Discipleship.
This page
includes information about:
- Sunday School Classes - Updated 4/6/05
- Seasonal Discipleship Development Bible Study Classes - Fall 2005
- Adult Ministry
- Youth / Student Ministry / Scouting
(For the
Student Ministry Web Pages, go to The STAND.) - Children's Ministry
- Vacation Bible School
Adult Sunday School Classes
You will find many ongoing adult classes to choose from at Cool Spring. Our desire is to teach and encourage everyone to learn, observe and do all that Christ has commanded, enabling us to become fully-committed followers of Jesus Christ.
“Teach them to obey everything that I have told you. You can be sure
that I will be with you always. I will continue with you until the end of
the world.”
- Matt.28:20
There are now many classes available for all age groups at both 8:30 am and 10:00 am. If you are not sure what Sunday School Class to visit, or where it is located, go to the information desk in the lobby of the worship center at 8:30 or 10:00.
Last Updated 4/6/05
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ADULT 1—YOUNG ADULTS 21-35 |
ADULT 2— YOUNG ADULTS 30-45 WITH YOUNG CHILDREN |
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| Single Purpose | B23 | Saints in Christ | B47 | |
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ADULT 2— YOUNG ADULTS 30-45 WITH YOUNG CHILDREN |
Silent | B48 | ||
| Salt & Light | B63 | Acts II | B61 | |
| Early Saints in Christ | B47 | F.A.I.T.H. | B63 | |
| Early Acts II | B61 | Pioneer | B74 | |
| G.I.F.T. | B74 |
ADULT 3—MEDIAN ADULTS 40-60 WITH OLDER CHILDREN/TEENS OR EMPTY NEST |
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| Life In The Spirit | B76 | Harvesters | B81 | |
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ADULT 3—MEDIAN ADULTS 40-60 WITH OLDER CHILDREN/TEENS OR EMPTY NEST |
Women of Faith | B82 | ||
| New Life | B80 | Seekers | B84 | |
| New Horizons | B82 | Dependables | B86 | |
| Early Beginnings | B87 | New Beginnings | B87 | |
| Parents of Teens | B88 | Genesis | B88 | |
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ADULT 4—SENIOR ADULTS 55 & UP |
New Beginnings | B87 | ||
| The Way | 174 | Genesis | B88 | |
| J.O.Y. | 161 |
ADULT 4—SENIOR ADULTS 55 & UP |
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| Ruth Timberlake | 165 | Pairs & Spares | 161 | |
| Fellowship | 163 | |||
| Ruth | 174 | |||
| TEL-Fidelis | 176 | |||
8:30 Bible Study Hour
This Department has expanded greatly, and has a number of new classes and new class locations. Visitors are welcome in any class at any time!
- 8:30 ADULT 1 Department - Young adults age 21-35.
- Single Purpose Bible Study - Debbie and Vernon Tate, teacher
This class is designed to meet the unique needs of young adults age 25 - 35. The "Family Bible Study" literature is used as a guide as scripture is applied to daily life situations.Room B23
8:30 ADULT 2 Department - Young adults age 30-45 who have young children.
- Salt & Light - Jim Cox & Mark Smith, teachers
As Salt & Light we endeavor to become a close-knit group of Christians committed to the study of God’s Word. We emphasize Christ-like relationships inside and outside our fellowship and share God’s love with a lost world. We study the Cooke “Comprehensive Bible Study” literature and apply scripture to family and daily life. - Room B63
- Early Saints in Christ - Keith Wark, teacher
Designed for an in-depth study of the scriptures. The "Explore the Bible" series will be used to study the Bible one book at a time.Room B47
- Early ACTS 2 - Allen Bareford, teacher
ACTS II is comprised of young adults who study the "Family Bible Study" literature to discover the fullness of God in our lives and to learn how to better relate the Bible's application to our lives. We gather weekly to study God's Word and encourage each other by ministering to one another's needs as necessary. Join us as we continue to grow in Christ.Room B61
- G.I.F.T. (Growing In Faith Together) - Scott Gillespie, teacher
Characterized by young adults 30-50 with young children who are seeking and experiencing God through spiritual growth by studying His Word and interacting with one another in a friendly atmosphere. The "Family Bible Study" literature is used in the study of the Bible in a topical format.Room B74
- Life in the Spirit - Paul Martin, teacher
This class is characterized by young married couples that are seeking and experiencing God through spiritual growth by the study of His Word and participation and interaction with one another in a friendly atmosphere. The "Family Bible Study" series is used to study the Bible in a topical format.
Room B76
- 8:30 ADULT 3 Department - Median adults age 40-60 with older
children, teens, college students, or empty nest.
- New Life - David Craymer, teacher
New Life ministers in a friendly atmosphere to median adults who study God's Word through different translations of the Bible. The style of study is lecture with class participation in small groups. Members participate in local ministries that carry out God's Word to the community. The "Explore the Bible" literature is used to study the Bible one book at a time. - Room B80
- New Horizons - Bob Grimsley, teacher
- This class is for anyone desiring an in-depth study of God's Word. The "Family Bible Study" literature is used as a basis for the study.
- Room B82
- Early Beginnings - Barbara Frakes and Ron Wilson, teachers
This class of men and women 45-65 gather each week to study and learn more of God's Word by sharing with one another. They share God's love by caring, supporting missions, and seeking to apply the Biblical truths to everyday life. The "Family Bible Study" literature is used in the study of the Bible in a topical format.Room B87
- Parents of Teens - Lilli Hausenfluck and Joel Ratekin, teachers
This class is composed primarily of parents of youth involved in Cool Spring's Student Ministry. Using the "Comprehensive Bible Study" literature, this discussion-oriented class focuses on Biblical application to issues in the parent/teen context. - Room B88
8:30 ADULT 4 Department - For senior adults age 55 and up.
- J.O.Y.- Larry Andrews, teacher
(Jesus Others You) This class is a small-group Bible study designed for class discussion on material studied each week for adults age 60 and over.Room 161
- Ruth Timberlake - Alethia Hilliard, teacher
This class is made up of homemakers, professionals, and retired women. As a discussion group, they study the Bible and focus on how we apply each Sunday's lesson to our everyday lives. They study the "Explore the Bible" literature, a book by book in-depth study. - Room 165
- The Way - Wayne Carter and Larry Eavey, teachers
- This class is a small-group Bible study designed for class discussion on the material studied each week. The Cooke "Comprehensive Bible Study" literature is used in the study of the Bible.
- Room 174
10:00 Bible Study Hour
10:00 ADULT 2 Department - Young adults age 30-45 with young children.
- Saints in Christ - Keith Wark, teacher
- This class is designed for an in-depth study of the scriptures. The "Explore the Bible" series will be used to study the Bible one book at a time.
- Room B47
- Silent Class - Darlene Peyton, teacher
The Silent class ministers to the unique needs of the hearing impaired through the use of sign language. In addition, there is interpretation for the hearing impaired at the 8:30 worship service. - Room B48
- ACTS 2 - Donnie Thompson, teacher
ACTS II is comprised of young adults who study the Bible using the “Family Bible Study” literature to discover the fullness of God in their lives and learn how to better relate the Bible’s application to life.Room B61
- Pioneer - Justin Hatfield, teacher
This class is an active, discussion-oriented class comprised of young adults seeking how God’s Word applies to modern-day life. The “Family Bible Study” literature is studied. - Room B74
- F.A.I.T.H. - Tom Mulvin, teacher
This class is designed to help young adults apply scripture to life. The Cooke “Comprehensive Bible Study” material is used. You are invited to grow with us both spiritually and numerically in small-group discussion and care. - Room B63
- 10:00 ADULT 3 Department - Adults age 40-60 with older children / teens or empty nest.
- Women of Faith - Regina Hodges, teacher
Caring, loving group of single and married ladies who are always willing to help others with a need. Members study the “Family Bible Study” literature and apply scripture to the unique needs of women.
- Room B82
- Genesis - Lyndi Wells, teacher
- This class is for men and women who meet weekly to study God's Word. They use the "Family Bible Study" literature for active discussion in applying scripture to family and daily life. The class participates in the Recreation Ministry, supporting it within the church and community.
- Room B88
- Dependables - Charles Payne, teacher
This class consists of single and married men studying God's Word in a small-group environment. The "Family Bible Study" literature is used to enhance the study and discussion of His guidance in everyday life. - Room B86
- New Beginnings - Barbara Frakes and Ron Jones, teachers
This class of men and women gather each week to study and learn more of God’s Word by sharing with one another. Members share God’s love by caring, supporting missions and seeking to apply the Biblical truths to everyday life. The “Family Bible Study” literature is used to study God’s word. - Room B87
- Seekers - Sammy Lawrence, teacher
This class enjoys a lot of teacher-class interaction using God's word to seek and discover His purpose for our daily living. The class is made up of mostly married people but everyone is welcome. The "Family Bible Study" literature is used to study and apply scripture. - Room B84
- Harvesters - Harry Skeens and Jim Paul, teachers
This is a mixed-age class of couples and singles where God's Word is studied using the "Advanced Bible Study" literature. Various issues raised by the lesson are discussed in depth. - Room B81
10:00 ADULT 4 Department - Adults age 55 and up with grown children and grandchildren.
- Fellowship - Bill McKim and Don Booth, teachers
Men seeking God’s direction through the study of His Word. The “Family Bible Study” literature is used to apply scripture to the unique needs of men. - Room 163
- Ruth - Doris Kellum, teacher
This class seeks to grow in our service to God, in our spiritual development in faith, prayer, and fellowship, and submit to the perfect will of God. The love of God is reflected in the love and support we give each other. The Cooke "Comprehensive Bible Study" literature is used as a guide to the application of God's word to the needs of women. - Room 174
- TEL-Fidelis - Karen Wright, teacher
Dedicated to a deeper insight into the scriptures and to the ministry of loving and caring for others. The name Fidelis was chosen to signify the hope of all Christians to remain faithful to our Lord, Jesus Christ. The "Comprehensive Bible Study" literature is used a s women apply scripture with daily life concerns. - Room 176
- Pairs & Spares - Bill Anderson, teacher
This class shows genuine love and concern for each other. The focus is on God's direction for life both individually and as a group. The "Family Bible Study" literature is used as the class studies scripture and applies it to life. - Room 161
Seasonal Discipleship Development Bible Study
Fall 2005 Classes
These are classes or groups which meet to study God's Word and for Christian fellowship. Some meet at the church, while others take place at a facilitator's home. These classes are provided to help you to "grow" your personal relationship with Christ. Please contact the Facilitator listed to enroll.
indicates a Women's Heart to Heart study.
Classes Offered for the Fall 2005 Term
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- Introductory Classes:
- "Getting to Know You" - A luncheon is
held each quarter following the 11:15 worship service for new members
and prospects to meet the church staff and other newcomers, receive
information and ask questions. Call the church office at 746-0800 for
information about the next luncheon.
“Living a Life of Worship”
Living a life of worship and coming into God’s presence everyday is the topic of this Bible study. Join us for this 5-week, no homework, in-depth Bible study. Whether you are a new believer or a long-time Christian, this study in worship is essential in building a Foundation for Your Faith. For more information, call Pastor Tony’s office at 746-8987.
Sunday, September 18, 10:00-11:00 am
Pastor Tony, Facilitator (746-8987)
FH 95
“The Cost of Being A Disciple”
After studying Living a Life of Worship, you have a clear understanding of God's plan for coming into His presence through Jesus Christ. You may find yourself asking, "What does Jesus ask of me?" We are going to dive into God's word of the answer. If you have completed the first study (Living a Life of Worship) you are invited to participate in this study. Join us for this 5-week, no homework, in-depth Bible study. Listed below is the date and time for the second in the series of a Foundations for Your Faith (click for more information, including video testimonies about the class). For more information, call Pastor Tony’s office at 746-8987.
Sunday, September 18, 8:30-9:30 am
Pastor Tony, Facilitator (746-8987)
FH 95
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- Sunday Classes:
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“Living a Life of Worship”
Living a life of worship and coming into God’s presence everyday is the topic of this Bible study. Join us for this 5-week, no homework, in-depth Bible study. Whether you are a new believer or a long-time Christian, this study in worship is essential in building a Foundation for Your Faith. For more information, call Pastor Tony’s office at 746-8987.
Sunday, September 18, 10:00-11:00 am
Pastor Tony, Facilitator (746-8987)
FH 95 -
“The Cost of Being A Disciple”
AFTER STUDYING Living a Life of Worship, you have a clear understanding of God's plan for coming into His presence through Jesus Christ. You may find yourself asking, "What does Jesus ask of me?" We are going to dive into God's word of the answer. If you have completed the first study (Living a Life of Worship) you are invited to participate in this study. Join us for this 5-week, no homework, in-depth Bible study. Listed below is the date and time for the second in the series of a Foundations for Your Faith (click for more information, including video testimonies about the class). For more information, call Pastor Tony’s office at 746-8987.
Sunday, September 18, 8:30-9:30 am
Pastor Tony, Facilitator (746-8987)
FH 95 -
"Becoming a Contagious Christian" - This 8-week
course will help you to become confident and effective at
communicating your faith, identifying your own natural outreach style,
and learning way to build authentic relationships. It will
also prepare you to raise spiritual topics of conversation, share your
testimony, answer seeker's questions, and lead others across the line
of faith. Book fee $7.
Sept 25 - Nov 13, 10:00 am
Ted Tussey, Facilitator (746-2152)
Room B47 - "Getting to Know You" - A luncheon is held each quarter following the 11:15 worship service for new members and prospects to meet the church staff and other newcomers, receive information and ask questions. Call the church office at 746-0800 for information about the next luncheon.
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- "Promise Keepers" - This group of men uses the Men of Integrity booklet as the basis of their study. Small groups meet to encourage each other to be better husbands, fathers and leaders in His church. Time is also spent praying for the needs of those in attendance. All men are invited to participate.
Every Sunday 6:00 pm (continuing)
Bill Asbury, Facilitator- Room 174
- "Promise Keepers" - This group of men uses the Men of Integrity booklet as the basis of their study. Small groups meet to encourage each other to be better husbands, fathers and leaders in His church. Time is also spent praying for the needs of those in attendance. All men are invited to participate.
- "Thinking Like a Christian - Part I" - From TV
news to the Internet to the classroom, secular ideas are presented as “the
way to think” – sophisticated and scientific, contemporary and aware.
Christians too easily succumb to false ideas because they don’t understand
how remarkably reasonable it is to view the world and all of life from a
biblical perspective. We have been taught to think in bits and pieces
instead of looking at things in totality. Join us for this six-week “no
homework” study.
Sunday, September 18, 5:00 - 6:15 pm
Mark Smith, Facilitator - Room B88
“What Every Christian Parent Ought to Know” - Christians today are being bombarded with information that can harm the believer. This informative class will bring useful information to parents about what our children are being exposed to everyday from school, reading books, TV and friends. It is our hope to make you aware of worldly things creeping in on our everyday life. We will talk about the internet, evolution, Harry Potter, witchcraft and more. Please join us for this one hour video presentation followed by a short discussion time. Two nights only!
Sunday, Oct. 2, 5:00 - 6:15 pm
Pastor Tony, Facilitator 746-8987
Brenda Kidd, Facilitator
New Fellowship Hall -
- THE "STAND"ARD - Student Ministries
Middle and Senior High School Ministry
ECHO (Sunday night Creative Ministries)
Sunday, 5:00 pm - 5:50 pm- IMPACT: A discipleship time for those committed to growing stronger in their relationship with Christ. A typical night will include large group worship, dramas, and small-group studies on deepening their faith during their Bible study time. Adults who love the Lord lead small group studies. Come out every Sunday evening and expect God to do great things.
Sunday, 5:55 pm -7:30 pm
Tracy Ramirez, Interim Student Minister- Visit the Student Ministries Web Pages at The STAND.
- THE "STAND"ARD - Student Ministries
- Tuesday Classes:
- Community Bible Study - Cool Spring, in partnership
with Community Bible Study, hosts Bible studies for adult men, women and
teenagers on Tuesday nights. “The mission of Community Bible Study is to
make disciples of Jesus Christ in our community through caring, in-depth
Bible Study available to all.” Call 746-4902 or 730-7420 for additional
information. During the Fall term, the Book of Romans will be
studied.
Tuesday evenings at Cool Spring starting September 13
7:00-8:30 pm
Women: New Fellowship Hall
Men: Room B64 & B66
Teens: Room B87"The Measure of a Man, Part 2" - We will be starting our Fall Men's Bible Study soon! The Measure of a Man, part 2, is a video driven Bible study that examines the Christian Maturity profile from 1 Timothy and Titus. We will meet for about 1 hour each week for 10 weeks, splitting our time between video clips and group discussion. Please note that completion of part 1 is NOT REQUIRED to participate in part 2. Available materials: The Measure of a Man part 2 workbook ($10) *required for the course, The Measure of a Man part 2 CD Audio (Free), The Measure of a Man part 1 workbook ($10), The Measure of a Man part 1 CD Audio (Free), The Measure of a Man textbook ($12) *optional.
Tuesday evenings, 7:30-8:45, starting September 20
Randy Hintz, Facilitator
Room 161 / 163
“Spiritual Warfare: Biblical Truth for Victory” - Much controversy in spiritual warfare revolves around seeking to gain an upper hand on the enemy in order to defeat him. How much power does Satan actually have? Can he invade my life at any moment and wreak havoc? Where is God during Satan’s attack? Is God really in charge? This 9-week Bible study presents ways to know if you are in spiritual warfare, reasons warfare may persist, and actions to take during warfare. Limited enrollment.
Pam Dicken, Facilitator
Penny Mize, Facilitator
Sept 26, 6:30-8:30 pm
In the Home of Penny Mize
- Wednesday Classes:
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“Living a Life of Worship”
Living a life of worship and coming into God’s presence everyday is the topic of this Bible study. Join us for this 5-week, no homework, in-depth Bible study. Whether you are a new believer or a long-time Christian, this study in worship is essential in building a Foundation for Your Faith. For more information, call Pastor Tony’s office at 746-8987.
Wednesday, October 19, 6:15 - 7:30 pm
Pastor Tony, Facilitator (746-8987)
FH 95
"Open Bible Study" - This study time is available so people can "drop in" and study God's Word. Various topics are discussed throughout the year.
Every Wednesday, 6:15 pm -7:15 pm
Allen Bareford, Facilitator
Room 174
- "Prayer Gathering" - Anyone is welcome to join this
ongoing prayer time that is held each Wednesday evening. A study by T.
W. Hunt on prayer will used as a study guide. The hour is spent in Bible
study and prayer for families, our church, community and world.
Every Wednesday, 6:30 pm -7:30 pm
Ron & Janice Wilson, Facilitators
Room 176
"The Measure of a Man, Part 2" - We will be starting our Fall Men's Bible Study soon! The Measure of a Man, part 2, is a video driven Bible study that examines the Christian Maturity profile from 1 Timothy and Titus. We will meet for about 1 hour each week for 10 weeks, splitting our time between video clips and group discussion. Please note that completion of part 1 is NOT REQUIRED to participate in part 2. Available materials: The Measure of a Man part 2 workbook ($10) *required for the course, The Measure of a Man part 2 CD Audio (Free), The Measure of a Man part 1 workbook ($10), The Measure of a Man part 1 CD Audio (Free), The Measure of a Man textbook ($12) *optional.
Wednesday evenings, 6:15-7:30, starting September 21.
Scott Allen, Facilitator
Room 161 / 163
“Precept
Upon Precept: Kinsman Redeemer: A Study of the Book of Ruth” - If
you were a slave, who would buy your freedom? If you had an enemy, who
would come to your defense? In the Old Testament, this buyer-defender,
known as a “kinsman-redeemer” was usually a close relative. If you’re a
believer, you already have one—Jesus Christ! This rich study shows how
Jesus both bought us (redeemer) and advocates (defends) for us, offering
us an opportunity to rebuild our broken lives. This is a 4-week, in
depth, inductive Bible study for women. Please pre-register by Sept. 21.
Wednesdays, Oct 5 - Oct 26, 9:30 am - Noon
Joan Jones, Facilitator
Room B 84
“Breaking
Free” - Breaking Free, by Beth Moore, is a video-based study of
selected passages from the Book of Isaiah. This 11-week study draws
several parallels between the captive Israelites and today's Christians,
focusing on making freedom in Christ a daily reality. Limited
enrollment.
Sept 21 - Dec 1, 6:00 - 7:45 pm
Brenda Coghill, Facilitator
Terri Mulvin, Facilitator
Room B 82
“Living Beyond Yourself: Exploring the Fruit of the Spirit” - This
11-week Beth Moore study is based on Galatians 5:22-23. The purpose of
the study is to equip believers to come to know the freedom of a life
filled with the fruit of the spirit. Beth challenges participants to
pursue the only route to developing these godly character traits:
maintaining an intimate relationship with the Spirit of God. Class size
is limited to 10.
Sept 28, 6:15 - 7:45 pm
Wendy Atkinson, Facilitator
Room B 81
“What Every Christian Parent Ought to Know” - Christians today are being bombarded with information that can harm the believer. This informative class will bring useful information to parents about what our children are being exposed to everyday from school, reading books, TV and friends. It is our hope to make you aware of worldly things creeping in on our everyday life. We will talk about the internet, evolution, Harry Potter, witchcraft and more. Please join us for this one hour video presentation followed by a short discussion time. Two nights only!
Wednesday, Oct. 5, 6:15-7:45 pm
Pastor Tony, Facilitator 746-8987
Brenda Kidd, Facilitator
In the Sanctuary
”Experiencing
God” - Do you desire to hear God speak to you? Do you know God’s
will for your life? Do you feel as if you have “head knowledge” but
little heart and life experience with God? If so, then join us for this
exciting 12 week study. Learn to hear when God is speaking to you. Find
out where God is working and join Him. Experience God doing through you
what only God can do! Class size is limited to 10 ladies.
Sept. 21, 6:15 - 7:45 pm
Nancy Wilkinson, Facilitator
Room B 80
“Crown Financial Ministries - Your Money Counts” - Today many individuals and churches are facing financial challenges. Fortunately, the Bible contains the answers to these difficulties. Crown’s mission is to teach God’s financial principles to people of all ages. This 10-week course covers topics such as work, spending, debt, budgeting, giving, saving, investing and training children to manage money. Participants are encouraged and held accountable to apply God’s financial principles. The class is limited to 12 people. Commitment needed by Sept 10.
Sept 28 - Dec 7, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Rodney Kegley, Facilitator
Room B88
“Walking by Faith: Lessons Learned in the Dark” - Although the author, Jennifer Rothschild is physically blind, God has taught her to see that living a life based on faith rather than sight, requires us to look at “our” situations through a lens that filters out what is seen and focuses on what is unseen. Learn to live out your faith by taking risks, giving God control, persevering through hardships, being guided by the truth rather than influenced by feelings, and seeking God rather than seeking deliverance from difficulty. This 7-week study is limited to 12 participants.
Sept 21, 6:15 - 7:45 pm
Bonnie Legg, Facilitator
Room B86
“The Frazzled Female” - This 8-week Bible study is specifically designed for those mothers who work outside of the home. This study will help women discover that a growing intimacy with Jesus is key to dealing with all areas of life—including those daily stresses that get the best of us! We plan to build a strong network of mothers who work outside the home as a result of this study.
Sept. 21, 6:15 - 7:30 pm
Wendy Berenson, Facilitator
Room B87
- Thursday Class:
- "Tea
with Thee - Women's Prayer Group"
- This small group gathers weekly for informal Bible Study and prayer
for families, church, community and the world. This fall they will use
Drawing Closer to God’s Heart by Eddie and Alice Smith, in conjunction
with a time of praise, thanksgiving and intercessory prayer. Everyone is
welcome to attend this in-home study.
Sept 15, 9:30 - 11:30 am
Kitty Garstang, Facilitator
Claire McBride, Facilitator
In the Home of Kitty Garstang -
- Other Discipleship Ministries:
- THE "STAND"ARD - Student Ministries
Middle and Senior High School Ministry
ECHO (Sunday night Creative Ministries)
Sunday, 5:00 pm - 5:50 pm- IMPACT: A discipleship time for those committed to
growing stronger in their relationship with Christ. A typical
night will include large group worship, dramas, and small-group
studies on deepening their faith during their Bible study time.
Adults who love the Lord lead small group studies. Come out
every Sunday evening and expect God to do great things.
Sunday, 5:55 pm -7:30 pm
Rachel Phillips, Associate Student Minister- Visit the Student Ministries Web Pages at The STAND.
- Community Bible Study
- Community Bible Study - Cool Spring, in partnership
with Community Bible Study, hosts Bible studies for adult men, women and
teenagers on Tuesday nights. “The mission of Community Bible Study is to
make disciples of Jesus Christ in our community through caring, in-depth
Bible Study available to all.” Call 746-4902 or 730-7420 for additional
information. During the Fall term, the Book of Romans will be studied.
Tuesday nights at Cool Spring
7:00-8:30 pm Women: New Fellowship Hall
Men: Room B64 & B66
Teens: Room B87
Adult Ministry
- The Adult Ministry: Cool Spring's ministry for adults involves the development of our personal relationship with Christ through:
- Regular Worship
- Regular Bible study
- Christian fellowship
- Involvement in Service to the church and Stewardship
- Discovery and application of our spiritual gifts
- Worship: Opportunities for Worship are available every Sunday
morning at 8:30, 10:00, and 11:15. The 8:30 and 10:00 Worship Services
are more
contemporary services, with a praise band leading the worship. The
1115 Worship Service is a blended service, with a choir. However, there
is overlap between the two worship styles, and while the 11:15 service is more
traditional, it is still informal.
There are also frequent worship and praise events throughout the year, including Christmas musicals, Christmas Eve Services, and Easter musicals. Childcare and a nursery are routinely available for young children during special performances, thus facilitating the ability for adults with children to attend.
- Bible Study: There are two times available for Bible study on
Sunday mornings for church members and visitors, 8:30 and 10:00. There is a class for everyone, and visitors are encouraged
to explore different classes to find the one best for them. Most
classes have frequent social events for fellowship. The classes available are listed on this
page. New classes are often added as well.
"Discipleship Development" Classes are held throughout the year, often seasonally. These are more focused studies on a particular theme or aspect of the Bible in application to our lives. These usually meet on Sundays or Wednesdays.
- Christian Fellowship: Cool Spring has frequent churchwide activities, such as picnics, game nights, and other social events to facilitate fellowship. Sunday School classes often have a regular social schedule as well. In addition, there are groups in which fellowship is a major part of their missions, such as Promise Keepers for men, WMU for women, and prayer groups.
- Service and Stewardship: God wants us to be active and involved in our church. Through service to the church and community (missions) we strengthen our relationship with Christ and further the Word of God. There are many opportunities for service at Cool Spring, both in regularly scheduled activities as well as special events. Different groups at Cool Spring help minister to different local communities in need, such as Essex Village and Barrett Learning Center. Members at Cool Spring have participated in Habitat for Humanity Construction locally as well as church building in third world countries. For examples of some service opportunities within the church, see the Volunteer Opportunities and Spiritual Gifts Page.
- Spiritual Gifts: Many individuals would like to be active in the church, but do not know where they fit in, or what is available for them to do. The Bible states that we all have at least one Spiritual Gift, that when combined with our own natural talents, can provide service to the church. Cool Spring has a Spiritual Gifts Assessment that can help determine our Spiritual Gifts, as well as councilors to help us to find out our Gifts can be applied. More information about Spiritual Gifts is on the Volunteer Opportunities and Spiritual Gifts Page
Youth / Student Ministry
Student Ministry Office: 746-1039
Church Office: 746-0800
- The "S.T.A.N.D."
Psalm 23:3-4 Who may ascend the hill of the Lord? Who may stand in his holy place? He who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not lift up his soul to an idol or swear by what is false.
S - Surrendered in
T - Truth,
A - Abiding in
N - New
D - Devotion
Visit the Student and College Ministries Web Pages at The STAND.
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Middle and Senior High School Ministry
Rachel Phillips, Associate Student Minister
IMPACT: A discipleship time for those committed to growing stronger in their relationship with Christ, concentrating on grades 6-12. A typical night will include large group worship, dramas, and small-group studies on deepening their faith during their Bible study time. Adults who love the Lord lead small group studies. Come out every Sunday evening and expect God to do great things.
Sunday, 5:55 pm -7:15 pm- Middle School (6-8th Grade) - Meet in basement of church / main building (underneath fellowship hall). The middle school now will have to themselves the area where the entire youth group has been. Also welcomed are the new 6th grade students to our student ministry!
- High School (9-12th Grade) - Meet in the Rec Center in the upstairs classrooms for High School IMPACT! Come out to this new location for an exciting night of worship & discipleship every week!
- ECHO (Sunday Night Creative Ministries) - 5:00 - 5:50 PM
- Wednesday Night Focus: 6:00 - 7:30 PM (REC Nights are 6:00
- 8:00 PM)
- Middle School (6th - 8th Grade) meets in the Student Ministry Room in the basement under the Fellowship Hall
- Senior High (9th - 12th grade) meets upstairs in the new Rec Center Building
Monthly Newsletters keep teens informed of other activities. If you would like to be on the mailing list to receive this, please call the church office at 746-0800.
The youth work to serve our church and community through mission action. They have split, stacked, and delivered wood, helped older folk in the church with yard work, visited retirement homes and homes for the mentally challenged. They have also traveled on mission trips to other states and in Mexico.
- Special Events: We usually do three major activities a year: "Disciple Now" in the late winter, a big summer trip, and the Fall retreat. Other activities include: missions, sporting events, concerts, ski trips, fellowships, lock-ins, hayrides, plus a whole lot more. All activities will meet, or at least start out, in the Youth Assembly Room located on the lower level of the new church building. The Student Ministry office is located on the second floor of the oldest section of the church building.
- Sunday Morning Worship Service and Sunday School:
- The Youth have the following Sunday School classes which meet at
8:30 on Sundays:
- 7th and 8th Grade Girls
- 7th and 8th Grade Boys
- 9th and 10th Grade Girls
- 9th and 10th Grade Boys
- 11th Grade (Boys and Girls combined)
- 12th Grade (Boys and Girls combined)
Youth attend either the 10:00 contemporary Worship Service in the Worship Center, or the 11:15 Worship Service in the sanctuary.
. - The Boy Scouts of America:
- Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts frequently use Cool Spring as a meeting
place, and they often volunteer services for the church, such as work
on the church grounds. The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to
prepare young people to make ethical choices over their lifetimes by
instilling in the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
- The Scout Oath or Promise: On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.
- Scout Law: A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent.
Children's Ministry
- The Preschool Ministry: From birth through kindergarten, children are introduced to the Christian faith through age specific hand-on activities and learning experiences. This helps to establish a foundation to be built on in future years.
- Preschool Activities are scheduled throughout the year, often corresponding with adult activities, such as Churchwide Picnics. Child care / nursery is usually available for children age 5 and below during seasonal adult activities, such as Christmas and Easter evening performances.
- Vacation Bible School (see below) is held each summer, usually in June, for children aged 4 and above.
- A Baby Dedication Service in the Spring represents a commitment from the parents of young children to raise them in a Christian home, helping them to grow toward faith in God.
- Children's Ministry: For elementary age children, the church is of major importance in providing positive opportunities to learn of Jesus Christ, to study His Word, and to come to a personal knowledge of His redeeming Love. Through caring Christian teachers our elementary age children participate in Bible Study, mission and music groups, Vacation Bible School, fellowships, discipleship groups, and other activities throughout the year. All of these activities provide a foundation of Christian beliefs which will last a lifetime. Regularly scheduled children's activities include:
- Child care during the Sunday 8:30 a.m. Worship Service
- Children's Sunday School at 8:30 and 10:00 a.m.
- Children's Church (for kindergarten age and above) at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday during the 11:15 Worship Service
- Children's music and Choir on Sunday at 5:00 p.m.
- Missions Activities on Wednesdays from 6:15 - 7:30 p.m.
- Sunday School Classes for School age children include:
- First grade children
- Second grade children
- Third grade children
- Fourth grade children
- Fifth grade children
- Sixth grade children
- G-Force (God’s Force) provides children opportunities to
build relationships with Christian adults; be involved in fun,
high-energy Bible study experiences; and participate in praise and
worship with other children.
What’s involved in G-Force? As soon as the children enter the room, they are involved in interactive activities called Ignition. In Velocity, they move to exciting and fun music to help them learn the main point and memory verse for the session. They also experience the Bible story through drama, props, and other creative methods while building relationships with their captains and friends. In PowerCel, the children and captains transition into small groups for personal application of the main point, the Bible story, and the memory verse. Finally, the children and captains have Re-Entry for an exciting review of what they have learned through out the session.
G-Force is offered at our 8:30 and 10:00 Bible study hours for 1st - 5th graders. At 8:30 all children meet in the New Fellowship Hall. At 10:00, 1st graders meet in room 203, 2nd graders meet in room 200, and 3rd – 5th graders meet in the New Fellowship Hall.
AWANA Awana is a nondenominational ministry that assists churches in reaching children and teenagers with the gospel of Jesus Christ and training them to serve Him. The heartbeat of Awana is reaching children around the world with the good news that Jesus Christ loves them and can save them from sin. Each week, more than one million boys and girls in over 110 countries attend Awana clubs where they play games, memorize Bible verses and listen to Bible stories. From preschool to high school, children and youth have fun while being taught the Word of God.
The weekly Awana clubs all function basically the same way. A 90-minute to two-hour club session features three segments: Game Time, Handbook Time and Council Time.
During Game Time, boys and girls play games on the unique Awana Game Square.
In Handbook Time, children work through age-appropriate handbooks memorizing Bible verses and doing activities ranging from patriotism to community service. They earn awards based on their work.
The final segment, Council Time, consists of singing, puppets, Bible stories and lessons based on Christian principles.
Besides weekly meetings, other Awana activities occur throughout the year.
- Scouting: Cool Spring frequently serves as a meeting place for Cub Scout Pack #521. For, more information on scouting in general, go to the Boy Scouts of America section in the Youth section above.
Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School is a week long event usually in June of the year, one or two weeks after school lets out for the Summer. This extremely popular weeks exposes children to the Christian faith through music, crafts, games, and fun. There is a specific theme each year, and the children's rooms are decorated to the max. Each year three to four hundred children attend, and generally no one is turned away. Children age 4 to those entering the 6th grade participate from 9:00 to noon for 5 days. The families are invited to a performance held on the final Friday evening.
Vacation Bible School SonGames 2004 Information - VBS was a Great Success this year with around 460 children participating and 250 volunteers (average of 222 volunteers per day). Funds were raised to send 21 children to Mountain Top Children's Camp in Wyoming, and items were collected for the Church Hill Backyard Bible Club.
Vacation Bible School 2003 - "Son Harvest County Fair" - was held from June 23-27, and Cool Spring was blessed with over 430 children in attendance. Over 250 adult and youth volunteers were actively involved during the week. The children participated in Bible study based on Galatians 5:22-23, the fruit of the Spirit. They also enjoyed recreational activities, crafts, singing praises to God, and skits. The Cool Spring County Fair was held after the Friday evening closing ceremonies. The monetary offering during the week was used to support missionaries ministering to the Lozi people in Africa, and small toys and other items were collected for the Youth to take to Mexico on their Mission Trip to Reynosa.
Go to Vacation Bible School 2003 - "Son Harvest County Fair" for photos and more information.
Vacation Bible School 2002 - Walkin' by Faith and not by Sight - was a great success. Held from June 24-28, God blessed us with 410 children and taught us lessons in faith along the way. More than 170 youth and adults volunteered during the week to ensure children were cared for and ministered to. Toys and school supplies were collected for Samaritan’s Purse and will be sent in shoeboxes in the fall to destinations around the world. The total offering collected for the week will be given to Hanover Habitat for Humanity. Children learned through recreation, crafts, refreshments, and music that pointed the way to an "Extreme Adventure with Jesus" that makes a difference in their daily lives.
Go to Vacation Bible School 2002- "Faith Mountain" for more information.