Ministries

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CARINGMEALS MINISTRY

Provides meals to Christ Church members following surgery, illness, or the birth of a child. We are always in need of people willing to cook a meal. Contact: Kathy Orlando at katkeehl@yahoo.com

CHANCEL

Responsible for the care and preparation of the Lord’s Table and adornment of the church with floral arrangements and decoration of the church for special occasions and holidays. We set up for Sunday services, special services throughout the year, memorial/funeral services, baptisms, and weddings. Contact:  Susan Aleshire, 412-741-4900, ext. 127 or saleshire@ccgf.org.

COLLEGE & CAREER MINISTRY

We look at who you are, what kind of person you want to become, and how to be faithful to God through it all. This group is for anyone between the ages of 18 & 24 who are in college, taking a gap year, or in the workforce. Bring your friends! Contact:  David Sadd, 412-741-4900, ext. 111 or dsadd@ccgf.org | MORE INFO

COUNSELING

Christ Church staff are available to counsel and assist members at various important stages in their lives including pre-marital counseling, baptism preparation, marriage counseling, and the grieving process.  To set up a counseling session with any of the pastors, contact:  Bob Cummings, 412-741-4900, ext. 115 or bcummings@ccgf.org;Debbie Huffmyer at 412-741-4900, ext. 143 or dhuffmyer@ccgf.org.

CCGF COUNTERS

Count Sunday offering. Volunteers are scheduled on an every-other Monday rotation for two hours. Contact:  Cliff Aleshire, 412-741-6126.

COMMUNICATIONS/MARKETING

Photographers, videographers, social media content and marketing, graphic design, writing, and website content. If you are interested in any of these areas, volunteer with us! Time commitment is anytime you are available. Very flexible. Contact Michele Bender at 412-741-4900, ext. 142 or mbender@ccgf.org.

CREATIVE TEAM

• Tech Team: We are the support team for all that is seen on Sunday mornings. If you have an artistic or technical leaning, we would love to speak with you. We have opportunities in video, lighting, and audio, as well as in helping to run the services from the booth and backstage.
• Set Design/Build: Looking to build a team of men and women to help with building and painting sets and props for different occasions and ministry series at different times throughout the year.

Contact: Nikki Fetzick, nfetzick@ccgf.org; or Ed Sciulli, esciulli@ccgf.org for more info.

GREETERS

We’re the first people you meet at the door on Sunday mornings and during special events! Our goal is to make everyone feel welcome and loved. Contact:  Julian Carillo at  juliancarrillo@live.com.

HOSPITALITY

Prepare and serve food for Christ Church funerals/memorial services and special events. Serve as needed. Contact: Kathy Mariana at kathieanne912@gmail.com or 412-200-0317.

KIDS’ MINISTRY 

Children are an integral part of our church family. We realize the importance of nurturing the seed of faith in even the youngest among us. From Nursery to Preschool Ministry to Kids’ Church, there’s always something going on for kids | MORE INFO

Contact: Amanda Follett, Children’s Ministry Coordinator  |  412-741-4900, ext. 119  |  afollett@ccgf.org

KNIT WITS

Searching for a mission where you sit and chat with friends every week? Knit Wits is the perfect group! We knit and/or crochet baby blankets for our dedicated babies, shawls for patients in hospital, and hats for the homeless. Don’t know how to knit/crochet? Great, we love to teach!! Every Tuesday from 12:30 to 2:30 in the John Guest Building. Contact Brenda Kopf at bpkopf@aol.com or 412-865-9514.

LAKESIDE CAFE

The place to go after worship services for food and fellowship. Take out available. Proceeds benefit the Urban Impact Foundation. If you would like to serve in this ministry, you can work behind the counter on Sundays preparing and serving food, and cleaning up. Café proceeds benefit Urban Impact Foundation (UIF). Servers are asked to work at least one shift per month. Café servers also meet with Pastor Ed Glover twice a year to hear about the Urban Impact Ministry and how the cafe funds are helping. Contact Cece Poister, 412-716-9952 or cecepoister@yahoo.com.

LAY READERS

This ministry team leads the congregation in the reading of Scripture and assists in serving communion. Contact:  John Poister,  poister@comcast.net

MAILERS

Help stuff envelopes and label postcards. No experience is necessary. Serve only occasionally. Contact Lisa Laquatra, llaquatra@ccgf.org

MEN’S MINISTRY 

Equipping men of all ages for a deeper relationship with Christ, cultivating relationships, and developing them as world-changers. Contact:  Pastor Robby Grunwald at rgrunwald@ccgf.org | MORE INFO

MISSIONS

Christ Church partners and supports missions both locally and globally. We encourage the congregation to “go out” and bring help and hope to those who need to know the good news of Jesus Christ. Contact:  Dan Davis at ddavis@ccgf.org  | MORE INFO

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

Be a part of changing children’s lives all over the world in Jesus’ name through the power of a simple gift. Serve by handing out, collecting, and delivering shoeboxes to collection sites. Once a year in November. Contact Susan Aleshire, 412-741-4900, ext.127 or saleshire@ccgf.org.

PASTORAL VISITATION

Hospital and home visits and additional support for church members and their families. We are here to help in your time of need. Contact:  Bob Cummings, 412-741-4900, ext. 115 or bcummings@ccgf.org; or Debbie Huffmyer at 412-741-4900, ext. 143 or dhuffmyer@ccgf.org | MORE INFO

PRAYER 

•  Monday Morning Women’s Prayer Group:  8:30 – 9:30 am on Zoom. Monday morning prayer consists of a group of women who know the transforming power of prayer and gather virtually each week to present their concerns to God following a time of praise, confession, and thanksgiving.  No two Mondays are alike as we bow before His Throne of Grace interceding for others.  Please know that we are respectful of your time.  Please feel free to join us when your schedule permits.  If you would like to be added to the zoom invite, please contact Carla Batch, Director of Women’s Ministry at cbatch@ccgf.org
• Sunday Morning Prayer:  8:30 AM in the Chapel. Praying for our services, pastors, and members of our congregation. Contact: Carla Batch,  cbatch@ccgf.org.
• Tuesday Morning Men’s Prayer Group:  6:30 AM in front of the Sanctuary. Praying for Our men, Our families, Our church leadership, and Our world.Contact Dave Drab @ 724.650.5885 / dradavarius@gmail.com or Mike Davis @ 412.965.6053 / mensmin@ccgf.org
• Parents in Prayer: Third Sunday of the month between services at 10:15 am in Room 201 (to the right of Wilson Hall). Contact Sarah Manges, sbmanges@gmail.com
• Prayer for Victims of Human Trafficking: Second Sunday of the month between services at 10:15 am in Room 202 (to the right of Wilson Hall). Contact: Carol Gunzburg, 412-302-7889.

RACK PACK

This ministry replenishes various supplies in the pew racks on a weekly basis. Serve once per month. Contact: Marian Pond, 412-264-0217.

RAISING ARROWS

Raising Arrows is a mother’s ministry of Christ Church at Grove Farm. We are dedicated to strengthening and nurturing mothers with children of ALL ages. We aim to raise our children as arrows, directing them toward the truth of God’s word and plan for their lives. Our goal is to glorify and grow closer to God through a welcoming and uplifting community. Meetings are two Thursdays a month at 9:30 am in the Rally Room (September – May)  MORE INFO

RECEPTIONISTS

Volunteers who greet visitors, answer and direct phone calls, respond to general inquiries, and help with light office work. Serve 4 hours per week. Choose your day and time slot. Monday through Friday. Contact:  Lisa Laquatra at 412-741-4900, ext. 120 or  llaquatra@ccgf.org

SERVING OUR SENTINELS

SOS helps Veterans from all eras who have fallen on hard times.  Working with a networking system, we are able to assist 3 to 4 Veterans per week with emergency funds–utilities, housing, food, etc.  Meetings are on the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM in the Cry Room, and always welcome new members.  Contact Doug and Bea Miller, millersoftl@aol.com.

SMALL GROUPS

At Christ Church, we value community. Whether you are new to Christ Church, or you are a long-time member, we are sure you will find there are many ways to connect with others. Our Small Groups are intended to help you connect with God, and with people to grow in your faith. In addition, we find that they are a place to share our struggles and joys, and gain strength for daily life as we care for and support one another by sharing and praying for each other. Small Group leaders and hosts are a valued and essential part of our Small Group Ministry. Consider leading or hosting a group. Contact:  Pastor Bob Mason, 412-741-4900, ext. 122 or bmason@ccgf.org |  MORE INFO

STUDENT MINISTRY

Teenagers are an important part of our church family. They exhibit unparalleled energy and enthusiasm for sharing the Gospel, both in their everyday lives and through mission trips across the globe. Our student ministry engages middle and high school students in a way that is culturally relevant, biblically challenging, and most of all—fun!

• High School Ministry Team:  We need adults to minister to teenagers, grades 9-12, by building relationships, leading small groups, playing games, and various other activities during our weekly programs, monthly events, and after-school visits. Commitment varies from 3-10 hours per week. Prerequisite: love Jesus Christ and want to make a difference in the lives of teenagers. Clearances required. Contact:  Jeremiah Stauffer, 412-741-4900, ext. 121 or jstauffer@ccgf.org | MORE INFO
• Middle School Ministry (AMPED):  Make a difference in the life of students! Do you like Middle School students or are you still one at heart? We love to have fun from airsoft to crazy games, retreats, mission trips, and summer camps. Our main program meets on Wednesday nights. It’s your chance to hang with students, work the snack bar, run tech or be part of a small group. Clearances required. Contact:  Gideon Manges at 412-741-4900, ext. 128 or gmanges@ccgf.org | MORE INFO

USHERS

Ushers warmly welcome all attendees, collect the offering, and provide direction and information on Sunday mornings and at other special events. Contact: Jim Britsch, 412-680-6575

WELCOME CENTER

A welcome center for first-time visitors and for all church-related information. Located in Minton Commons. Contact: Melissa Weaver at 412-741-4900, ext. 158 or mweaver@ccgf.org.

WINN (Widows Identifying a New Normal)

The WINN ministry is a fellowship of vibrant, active women of God who come together with a common bond to support, love and encourage one another. We warmly welcome all widows, regardless of their age or season of life. We offer a variety of activities throughout the year including luncheons, outings, prayer, and service projects. Contact:  Carla Batch, 412-474-3557| MORE INFO

WOMEN’S MINISTRY

At Christ Church, we want women to feel connected, develop lifelong friendships, and grow in Christ by learning more about Him and His word. We offer opportunities to connect women in all seasons of life. Women of all ages share their talents to execute Women’s Ministry events. Help with promotion, online and in-person registration, greeting, decorating, cooking, serving, or clean-up. Sign up to be on a contact sheet for upcoming events and serve as you are able! Contact:  Carla Batch at 412-741-4900, ext. 117 or cbatch@ccgf.org | MORE INFO

WOMEN’S CANCER CONNECTION

A support group for women who are cancer survivors, presently undergoing treatment, or recently diagnosed. Meetings are on the third Tuesday of the month, 6:30 -8:30 pm, in Fellowship Hall. Contact Bernice Masters: 412-443-8451.

WORK CREW

Men lend their time and talents to help tackle an array of projects around the church. We meet every Tuesday at 9:00 am. Serve weekly or just once in a while. Lunch is provided. Contact Jason Thornton, 412-741-4900, ext. 124 or jthornton@ccgf.org.

WORSHIP (MUSIC) MINISTRY 

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PARACHURCH MINISTRIES

In addition to the above ministries, Christ Church is pleased to be the host church for
Bible Study Fellowship (BSF):  Wednesdays at 9:30 am. September through May.
Community Bible Study (CBS):  Mondays, 7:00 pm. September through May.
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS):  Every other Thursday, 9:30 am. September through May