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316 Ann St.
Frankfort, Kentucky 40601
Our mission is to be and share the Good News of Jesus Christ, witnessing, loving and serving from our doorsteps “to the ends of the earth.” To be a faithful church demonstrating true community, deep spirituality and a passion for justice.
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We invite you to visit and learn more about us. Although each Disciples congregation has its own “personality,” all have members who care for each other, opportunities to grow and learn, and ways to serve others.
Study and fellowship groups offer opportunities to ask honest questions and discover ways to deal with life’s difficult issues. As we share together, we find love and acceptance. Supportive friendships are formed.
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In a time when shared moral values seem to be waning, one of our priorities is strengthening programs for children, youth, young adults and families.
Located at 316 Ann Street in historic downtown Frankfort (on the corner of Ann and Broadway), First Christian Church celebrated 175 years in December 2007. And just so you’ll know, our ministries do not stop at the front door of the church building. |
Come, discover our congregation.
We work to make a difference in our neighborhoods and the wider community. As Jesus’ followers, we help in soup kitchens and food pantries, shelter for the homeless or those in crisis situation, and care for the children.
Our ministries reach out across North America and around the world. We “get dirty for Jesus,” repairing homes and community centers, providing relief after natural disasters and bringing hope where there was despair. With partner churches, we are able to tell the Good News, help dig wells, train pastors, immunize children, help persons in times of natural disaster, economic upheaval and political uncertainty.
Come, join us in service.
As you can see from the Worship schedule, we meet weekly to worship God. In the warmth of God’s presence and with the support of others, we grow in our understanding of God in ways that make a difference in our everyday lives. Through worship that is both reverent and contemporary, we discover the joy and trusting and following Jesus.
Around the communion table, we acknowledge Christ’s presence and remember the meal he shared with His followers. All believers are welcome at the table.
Whether you are a long-time follower of Jesus Christ, or curious about Christianity, we can help you explore Christianity and learn about Christ.
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WORSHIP SERVICES
*8:30 a.m. Sundays
A casual, traditional service held in the Chapel.
*9:30 a.m. Sundays
Faith Development Classes (Sunday School) for all ages
*10:45 a.m. Sundays
A more formal, traditional service held in the Sanctuary.
(Live Telecast on Cable, Channel 10)
Ashwood Place Worship
10:45 a.m. Sundays, 102 Leonardwood Dr.
Bradford Square Worship
10:45 a.m. Sundays, U.S. 127 S.
5:00 p.m. Sundays, Coffee House Worship
An alternative to Sunday morning worship, held in Fellowship Hall.
Children stay in Coffee House with the adults.
The Lord's Supper is celebrated in all services.
All Christians, regardless of denominational background,
are welcome at the communion table.
*Nursery Available during these services
WEDNESDAY EVENING FELLOWSHIP (WEF)
5:00 p.m.
Children's Choir (Maria Bartholomew, Director)
5:30 p.m.
Dinner in the Chenault Christian Life Center
$6 for adults, children 12 and under eat free.
6:15 p.m.
Program and/or worship and/or fellowship,
Disciple Zone for K - 5th gr.
6th gr. and up: Chi Rho
Nursery available during the program.
7:00 p.m.
Adult Chancel Choir practice (Dr. Carl Smith, Director)
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CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES
Noah’s Nurtury
Noah’s Nurtury offers Christian care and spiritual nurture for our smallest children in a bright and cheerful environment. The Nurtury is offered on Sunday mornings
from 8:30 a.m.—noon, Wednesday Evening Fellowship program and special events upon request by the sponsoring group.
Sunday Morning Ministries
GroZone: Age 3 through Kindergarten, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
With fun, interactive curriculum and caring shepherds, the GroZone is a place
for children to grow in their faith journey.
Jennifer Estill, teacher
Disciple Zone
Grades 1-5
Sundays, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Wednesdays, 6:15-7:00 p.m.
Children receive in-depth Christian education through fun Bible-based curriculum, activities and special programs.
Rev. Steven Johns-Boehme, teacher
Children Worship & Wonder
Age 3 through Kindergarten
Young children worship God in their own special way during this innovative Children’s Worship time.
Preschool children come to the Children’s Worship Center after the Children’s Sermon during the 10:45 a.m. worship service.
Following Jesus
Grades 1-5
Age and developmentally appropriate worship for elementary children. The stories of Jesus are shared using three-dimensional figures, art, storytelling and exploration time. Children come to the Following Jesus Center after the Children’s Sermon during the 10:45 a.m. worship service.
New Horizons Child Development Center
Hours of Operation
7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Monday - Friday
Children Served
6 weeks to Kindergarten
227-4907
New Horizons Child Development Center’s (NHCDC) ultimate goal is to provide a safe, positive, nurturing, healthy, and educational environment for the children and families we serve.
MUSIC MINISTRIES
Note: Please contact the church for seasonal schedule changes (223-2346)
Children’s Choir
Wednesdays, 5:00-6:00 p.m. in the choir room
Adult Chancel Choir
Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.
Disciple Ringers
(Adult handbells)
Sundays, 6:00 p.m.
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SMALL GROUP MINISTRIES
ASHWOOD PLACE SUNDAY SERVICE: Volunteers from First Christian Church go to Ashwood Place, located at 102 Leonardwood Drive, to participate in the 10:45 televised cable worship service and to serve communion. All Ashwood Place residents are welcome and invited to attend. Contact Linda Jalbert, 330-2513.
CHRISTIAN WOMEN MINISTRIES (CWM): We offer four Women’s Groups for adult women of all ages. Purpose Statement: To provide opportunities for spiritual growth, enrichment, education and creative ministries to enable women to develop a sense of personal responsibility for the whole mission of the Church of Jesus Christ.” All women of the church are automatically members of the Christian Women’s Ministries. Contact Sue Jeffers, 695-1926.
Anna Merle Circle, 1st Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.
Brooks Circle, 2nd Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.
Emily Tubman/Nunnelly Circle: 2nd Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.
Chenault/Coblin Circle: 2nd Tuesday, 1:30 p.m.
COLLEGE CONTACT MINISTRY: The main objective of the ministry is to let our students know that their church family supports them and is praying for their safety and success along the way. Of course, the surprises in the mailboxes on campus and at homes is a big plus! Contact Charlene VanWinkle, 223-8735.
GREEN TEAM (new ministry under construction): As a result of our “Just Eating” Wednesday Evening Fellowship programs and other concerns about our environment, we have decided to put together a “green team” to help our congregation think and act more responsibly regarding environmental issues. Please contact the church office if you would be interested in being a part of this new ministry. What we do already: recycle bins are EVERYWHERE in the church and used faithfully; we use glass plates, silverware and washable plastic glasses for large meals; use energy-saving light bulbs. Contact Kim Cowherd, 545-1492.
HEALING HEARTS: Healing Prayer for Those in Grief A loving and intentional group of people who work to provide a comprehensive bereavement ministry for those who have experienced a loss. We work to build on existing support in our church and greater community to create a formal process of providing a continuum of care for our church family. The group meets the first Tuesday of each month at the home of Bob and Linda Blair. If you would like to be a part of this caring ministry, there's always a place for you. CONTACT: Linda Blair 229-2970.
Weavings: Adult Bible Study Group that meets the second Tuesday of the month at noon in the church Library Conference Room. Bring a lunch! Contact Nancy Walton, 695-1762.
FOOD TEAMS/GROUPS: We have several food teams/groups that rotate to prepare Wednesday Evening Fellowship meals. Some of these groups also meet as small groups for fellowship and bible study. Contact Diana Geddes, 223-2469.
MISSIONS MINISTRY: The Mission Ministry works locally and globally to assist people in improving their lives. We have built homes and playground projects in Jamaica, paticipated in medical missions and construction projects in Honduras and Costa Rica, participate with Habitat for Humanity to construct houses in Franklin County, and are responsible for the secial outrach offerings such as the Christian Church Homes, Special Easter Offering, and the Week of Compassion. If you are interested in this wonderful ministry, if you like assisting others, the Mission Ministry would warmly welcome you. Contact Glenn Ellis at gwellis7@yahoo.com.
MINISTERS:
Rev. Dr. John T. Opsata
Senior Minister
Rev. Libby McManis
Associate Minister
Cell: 330-0758
Rev. Sarah Renfro
Associate Minister of Families, Youth & Children
Cell: (859) 396-6990
email: sarahrenfro@fewpb.net
STAFF:
Chancel Choir Director
Dr. Carl Smith
Dr. Robert Blair
Organist
JoAnne Johnson
Admin. Assistant for Finance
email: jpjohnson@fewpb.net
Tim Smith
Maintenance
Marsha Hortenbury
Housekeeping
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Faith Links
Here are some faith links you might like to review. If you cannot find what you are looking for, you may find a direct link at the Disciples home page. Please contact the church if there are links you would like to see added.
Association of Disciples Musicians: www.adm-doc.org
Global Ministries: www.globalministries.org
Church World Services: www.churchworldservice.org
Crosswalk: www.crosswalk.com
Habitat For Humanity: www.habitatforhumanity.org
Heifer International: www.heifer.org
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