The adoption ministry was started by families who have been touched by adoption. This group is in place to provide support to families who are considering adoption, who are in the process of adopting, have already adopted, or those who have been adopted themselves. It is also our hope to educate Christians about God’s love for orphans and our role in ministering to them. The adoption ministry also offers a Connection Class called If You Were Mine for anyone who is considering adoption. If you would like to meet other adoptive parents or would like to learn about adoption or helping orphans, please join us.

Spiritual Gifts: Faith, Mercy/Compassion, Exhortation (Encouragement)

Contact: Jill Biehl, 618.476.9650, biehl@accessus.net

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The Christ Church biking ministry brings bicycle riders together in fellowship, friendship, fun and competition. We seek to encourage all riders with Jesus Christ by participating in biking events throughout the season where we express our faith as representatives of Christ Church. Join us!

Check out our website for more information.

Spiritual Gifts: Evangelism, Hospitality

Contact: Adam Forsythe, 618.973.0175, forsythe.adam@gmail.com

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Church History Ministry members maintain the historical records of our church. Knowing our history is entertaining, inspiring, and enables us to understand who we are as a church. By reflecting on our past, we can better appreciate who we are and help determine our future direction in connecting people with Jesus Christ.

Spiritual Gifts: Assistance/Helps, Knowledge

Contact: Bill Tasso, 618.236.1923, tasso@charter.net

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An informal coffee time for men and women of any age devoted to casual conversation, devotional time, and prayer. Meets Mondays at 8:00am.

Spiritual Gifts: Exhortation (Encouragement), Faith

Contact: Rev. Bernie Kneale, 618.977.0053, bkneale@accessus.net

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This group gets together 4 to 6 times a year from 10:00 am until 4:45 pm to scrapbook. Everyone is welcome. We meet in a very informal and relaxed atmosphere, and you can come when you want and stay as long as you like. This is a chance for beginners and advanced scrapbookers to get together and meet new people, make new friends, learn and share ideas about scrapbooking, share memories, and share what Christ is doing or has done in their lives.

Spiritual Gifts: Evangelism, Hospitality, Exhortation (Encouragement)

Contact: Gerry Ford, 618.416-5087, scrapygranny49@yahoo.com

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We exist to support Christ Church’s mission of connecting people with Jesus! We do this by connecting folks and their families to each other socially through fellowship, and in turn, connect them to Christ through study and service. The group is designed to connect people who are almost in their 30’s, in their 30’s, or a little past their 30’s, who are looking to build relationships with others in the Christ Church family. We believe that fostering strong, supportive relationships within the church provides fertile soil for spiritual growth and deeper relationship with Jesus Christ!

Our group hosts large social events every 4 to 6 weeks. Some events are for the whole family, and some are for adults only. Small groups are also a growing part of this ministry. Please contact us for more information on upcoming events or small group opportunities. You can also “like” us on Facebook! Come join in the fun and the fellowship!

Spiritual Gifts: Exhortation (Encouragement), Evangelism, Hospitality

Contact: Nathan & Erin Hanson, 618.772.8889, hansons2000@att.net
Paul & Kelly Costello, 618.207.1439, kelly.costello@sbcglobal.net

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Members of the photography ministry will document the activities of the church and provide images for the church website, multimedia, and printed church publications. We are looking for experienced photographers as well as those who would like to improve their photography skills. We invite you to be a part of the Photography Team at Christ Church!

Spiritual Gifts: Administration, Assistance/Helps, Knowledge

Contact: Dan Baiotto, 618.304.0538, dbaiotto@charter.net
Matthew Kauffmann, 314.210.5477, matt@mdkauffmann.com

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If you are a prayer warrior, there are three prayer teams for you.

ITB - In The Beginning begins the worship week for Christ Church by starting at 7:00am in the sanctuary. Men and women pray through every room in the building, and they pray for the worship team.

WPT - Women’s Prayer Team meets on Saturdays at 8:30am. The team prays for our church family, staff, ministries, restoration, and healing.

TPT – Touring Prayer Team travels to churches in the Mississippi River District. The team prays for new pastors and God’s direction and protection.

Spiritual Gifts: Discernment, Exhortation (Encouragement), Faith, Mercy/Compassion

Contact: ITB – Larry Weber, 618.277.4659, larryweber@mychristchurch.com
WPT – Roni McDaniels, 618.234.7598, roni_mcd@msn.com
TPT – Rev. Bernie Kneale, 618.977.0053, bkneale@accessus.net

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The Christ Church Quilters share faith and friendship each week. The work of their hands benefits missions, nursing homes, and other needs of the church. They meet each Monday from 9:30am until 2:00pm, and enjoy lunch together. The ladies spend a pleasant day quilting and chatting as they work on their quilt designs. They also baste quilts for other quilters in the church, charging a nominal fee which funds their missions. If you would like to join the Quilters, just sign up for this fulfilling ministry!

Spiritual Gifts: Assistance/Helps, Generosity, Hospitality

Contact: Nancy Noonan, 618.236.3051

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Christ Church’s mission To Connect People with Jesus Christ is taking us to new locations. Rather than spend millions of dollars on new facilities to accommodate the growth of our church congregation we have begun identifying additional satellite locations to form-one church in multiple locations. The Great Commission calls us to make disciples of the entire world. Join us in this endeavor.

Spiritual Gifts: Evangelism, Administration, Leadership

Contact: Larry Weber, larryweber@mychristchurch.com or 618-277-4659

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The purpose of the Single Adult Ministry is to provide a social avenue for people in their 30’s through 50’s. We are a group of men and women who desire to develop friendships and support with others who have similar lifestyles, needs, and Christian values. The group meets approximately once per month in various settings such as dinners, contemporary Christian concerts, etc. If you would like more information, or are interested in joining us, please contact us!

Spiritual Gifts: Evangelism, Exhortation (Encouragement)

Contact: Susan Markle, 618.235.3188, mnmmom23@aol.com
Susan Hammack, shammack618@yahoo.com
Dale Loiseau, dale.loiseau@purina.nestle.com

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Members of this ministry meet several times a year to make home-made cards to be used by various ministries in the church. If you are “crafty” and enjoy fellowship with other crafty people, this ministry is for you.

Spiritual Gifts: Exhortation (Encouragement), Faith, Mercy/Compassion

Contact: Terri Haider, 618.277.4307, tjjk99@aol.com

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“Stepping Up” is Christ Church’s ministry group for 20-somethings. From recent high school grads to young moms and dads, our goal is to help connect those who are almost finished laying the foundation for their lives to Jesus Christ. Our four pillars include: Fellowship, Discipleship, Service, and Leadership Development. We meet bi-monthly for Bible study and monthly for social events.

Spiritual Gifts: Exhortation (Encouragement), Evangelism, Hospitality

Contact: Matthew Denny, 618.691.9074, dennym@oths.us

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