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We pattern our worship, evangelism and teaching after the First Century Church described in the Holy Bible which was written according to the inspiration of the only one and true Almighty God. We believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God and only through him does humankind receive forgiveness of sins and salvation.
Worship
We:
1. Commemorate Christ’s birth, death and resurrection by partaking of the Lord’s Supper (Communion)
upon every first day of the week. The breaking of bread symbolizes Christ’s broken body on the cross
and the drinking of the fruit of the vine represents Christ’s blood shed on the cross for the redemption
of our sins. “Now on the first day of the week, when the disciples came together to break bread,”
Acts 20:7
2. “Preach the word! Be ready in season and out of season.” 2 Timothy 4:2
3. “Pray together always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all
perseverance and supplication for all saints”; Ephesians 6:18, as Jesus said, “My house is a house
of prayer”. Matthew 21:13
4. “Speak to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your
heart to the Lord.” Ephesians 5:19. We sing acapella (voices only) and only together as a
congregation.
5. “Give as one purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver”.
2 Corinthians 9:7 Collection is taken during the Sunday worship hour.
Baptism
"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit”. Matthew 28:19
We believe that at the age of accountability, one decides to be baptized through complete immersion in water for the “remission of sins” and “to walk in newness of life”.
Leadership
Men appointed as Elders or overseers of the congregation; Qualifications in 1Timothy 3:1-7
Service
Men appointed as Deacons; Qualifications in 1Timothy 3: 8-13
Women serve in numerous ways and through various ministries.
Ministers
Men, according to the stewardship from God which was given to fulfill the word of God.
Benevolence:
But whoever has this world's goods, and sees his
brother in need, and shuts up his heart from him, how does the love of
God abide in him? 1 John 3:17
Our Mission:
To proactively seek opportunities to do good to others, with a special emphasis on meeting the needs of children and those who have suffered catastrophic events, such as a house fire, an untimely medical diagnosis, or a victim of a disaster, such as a tornado or flood, or other tragic event.
• Annual Fall Coat Drive
Gather and distribute coats, sweaters and blankets.
• Food Pantry
Distribute food during needful times.
Benevolence Ministry Contacts
Deacons
Andy Groves 931.967.9247
Danny Patterson 931.967.0846
Elder
Mike Lynch 931.967.0465
Education:
Study to show thyself
approved unto God...” 2 Timothy 2:15
“All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for
doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness,
that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good
work.” 2 Timothy 3:16
Our Mission:
To provide the opportunities, resources and materials for personal growth in biblical knowledge and spiritual direction by offering bible classes to all ages and bible correspondence courses managed by members of the church who are grounded in the faith.
Sunday 9am Bible classes for all ages, including cradle roll
Sunday 6pm Kids for Christ Bible Hour
Wednesday 7pm Bible classes for all ages
*Nursery Available every service
*Attended Nursery During Sunday worship hours and Wed night
Vacation Bible School every
Summer!
Education Ministry Contacts
Deacons
Tony Harrison 931.967.9499
Terry Rogers 931.968.5012
Elder
Frank Lynch 931.967.2059
And he said unto them, “Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.
He that believeth
and is baptized shall be saved: but he that believeth not shall be
dammed.”
Mark 16:15-16.
Our Mission:
To provide and promote positive approaches for zealously spreading the Gospel of Christ in the community and to ensure that all endeavors are Bible-based and adhere to First Century Christian principles.
· Individual Bible Study
· Meal Ministry
· Cards and Calls
· All-In-One Sundays (Fellowship meal)
· Friends and Family Day (Fellowship meal)
· Seminars
· Friendship Evangelism
· Visiting Newcomers
· Wednesday Night Summer Series
Evangelism Ministry Contacts:
Deacon
Jerry Crownover 931.967.7709
Elder
Josh Tenpenny 931.967.0130
“Even so you, since you are zealous for spiritual gifts, let it
be for the edification of the church that you seek to
excel”. 1Corinthians 14:12
Our Mission:
To encourage local members to use
their talents and abilities to further the gospel and to be engaged
and active as much as possible with other members in the work of the
church at Winchester.
The Involvement ministry
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Offers activities and opportunities to enhance and strengthen relationships of members of
the congregation with new members.
• Recommends ways to assimilate new members into the congregation.
• Seeks to discover and tap into the talents of all members for various works of the church.
• Selects trains and empowers those with special people skills and the willingness to accept responsibility to engage other members for various works.
• Stays abreast of members’ changing interests in getting involved in the work here and uses as many as possible.
• Works closely with Evangelism meal ministry to invite new members into homes for a meal.
• Seeks to establish a personal atmosphere of belongingness for all.
Involvement Ministry Contacts:
Deacon
Greg Heatherly 931.649.2850
Elder
Oren Huffman 931.967.0894
“Go therefore and make disciples of all the
nations, baptizing them in the name of the father and of the Son
and of the Holy Spirit. Teaching them to observe all things
that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to
the end of the age.” Matt. 28: 19-20
Our Mission:
To seek and save the lost by reaching outside of our local
community to the surrounding area and abroad. Our missions
aspire to guide others to hear the Word, to believe that Jesus
Christ is the Son of God, to repent of one’s sins, to confess
that Jesus Christ is one’s personal Lord and Savior and to be
baptized through immersion for the remission of sins.
We support works in:
Russia
India
Africa
Brazil
Latin America
Individual Mission Trips both in the U.S. and abroad
Our work in Kirov, Russia is especially significant in that we fully fund the work there, having started our support in 1992 through the efforts of ministers, Ed Boggess and Manly Luscombe. Maurice Batchelor and wife, Linnie, have made and coordinated numerous trips to support the work there. Our church building was completed in Kirov in 2002.
We also support frequent mission trips of Lyle Starnes to India and support the ministry of Randy Short and his wife who live in Recife, Brazil, ministering full-time to the Lord’s church there.
Missions Ministry Contacts:
Deacons
Andy Groves 931.967.9247
Mike Robertson
931.962.3460
Elder
Dick Rumph 931.649.2298
“What is desired in a man is kindness.” Proverbs 19:22
“Pure and undefiled religion before God and the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their trouble, and to keep oneself unspotted from the world.” James 1:27
Our Mission:
To provide special opportunities and contacts for older adults of the congregation specific to the needs of this age group.
Periodically, special meals and fun outings are planned for our older adults. These outings include restaurant trips, meals and fun nights out at the fellowship hall with games and bingo. Bluegrass music is often an added attraction!
Widows and Widowers
Often older adults find themselves alone after the death of a spouse, as family may live a great distance away. Deacons have the responsibility to check on these individuals regularly and determine if the church can meet a particular need.
Senior Saints Ministry Contacts:
Deacons
Bill Hardison 931.967.2073
Wade Rogers 931.962.3513
Elder
Grady Floyd 931.967.6139
“Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity”. 1Timothy 4:12
Our Mission:
To partner with parents in forming middle school and high school students into the image of Jesus Christ and preparing them for a lifetime of faithfulness.
Like our church family, our youth ministry aims to
look up to God, to reach out to others, and to grow together into a
loving community of faith.
Throughout the year, we have Sunday night devotionals in homes and
during the school year, we have Tuesday morning prayer breakfasts
for high school students.
Our youth ministry calendar is divided by the four
seasons: winter, spring, summer, and fall.
Winter’s
major events:
· Christmas caroling.
· Evangelism University in Savannah, Tennessee for high school students.
· Challenge Youth Conference in Gatlinburg for middle school and high school students.
· Ice-skating in Huntsville.
Spring’s major events:
· March Madness, a night of basketball for all our congregation
· A family retreat for all church families with children at home
· “Senior Sunday” to celebrate the graduates in our church family
Summer’s major events:
· Vacation Bible School in which we play a major role in serving the children of our church family.
· Mission trip for high school students.
· Summer camp for students ages 10 and over.
· Back to School “lock-in” for all middle school and high school students
Fall’s major events:
· R.U.S.H. at Freed-Hardeman University for high school students
· Fall retreat for middle school and high school students
· Youth Day: a special youth-focused Sunday
Youth Ministry Contacts
Associate/Youth Minister
Joseph Horton 931.691.1138
Deacons
Kevin Caroland 931.962.2337
Bruce “Cozzie” Stewart 931.967.1001
Elder
T. Simmons 931.967.8778