101 Opportunities at Newlonsburg

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Opportunities abound at Newlonsburg Presbyterian Church (NPC) for worship, growth in our faith, service, and fellowship. Read through the following pages, and you will surely discover many activities of interest. If you have an idea for a new group, contact the NPC office (724-327-0061). A phone call for information may be the first step to becoming involved!

You are also encouraged to participate in the administrative committees of the Session. These committees meet the second Tuesday of each month, beginning at 7:30 P.M. The committees, and their focus are listed in this pamphlet.

Now, let’s find your calling.

I enjoy working with young people. Is there a place for me to help? What activities are available for my children?

Those with an interest in teaching are welcome to work with the youth of the church in:

• K-12 Sunday School classes
• Vacation Bible School
• KIC
• Children & Worship
• Nursery & Pre-school Helpers

If you prefer less study and more fellowship, consider giving your time to:

• FISH (6 th – 8 th grades)
• Lost Sheep (9 th – 12 th grades)
• RAM (Recreational After-School Ministry)
• The Mentor Program (one-on-one interaction with youth)
• Pine Springs Camp
• Youth Basketball
• Scouting: Boy, Girl & Cub Scouts
• NPC Youth Band

I’d like to meet adults who share my faith and values. Are there social groups I could join?

For the sports-minded, we have:

• Softball Team
• Volleyball League
• Faith Golf League
• Yoga
• Youth Basketball
• Summer Youth Volleyball

Those interested in food with fellowship might consider:

• Mens’ & Women’s Breakfasts
• Womens’ Dinners
• Supper for Eight
• Senior’s Lunch

If you have creative interests, look into:

• Gardening Group
• Piece Makers (Quilters)
• Crocheting Group

If you enjoy the theater and musical performances, tag along with Grown-Ups , a group of adults of all ages who enjoy an evening out. Adult singles will find fellowship opportunities in the newly formed Singles Corner .

I’d like to give something back to the community. How can I serve?

In our local community, opportunities to care for and support individuals in need are plentiful:

• Monroeville Mall Ministry
• Prayer chain
• MINTEC (Ministry to Exceptional Citizens)
• Stephen Ministry (a care-giving ministry)
• Society of Andrew (a welcoming ministry)

We support those who experience hardship resulting from natural disasters and poverty:

• Haiti Mission
• Dominican Republic Mission
• Adult Work Trips
• Youth Work trips
• Disaster Relief
• Christian Children’s Fund
• Andrea Seeley Support
• CROP
• Heifer Project
• Soup Kitchens

I enjoy music . . . can I add my talent to the music program?

Add your voice to the choirs:

• Sanctuary Choir
• Women’s Choir

Opportunities to perform may be found in the:

• Bell Choir
• Clarinet Choir
• Guitar Group
• NPC Band
• Individual Worship Musicians (8:30 A.M. and/or 11 A.M.)

I want to grow in my understanding of the Bible and Church. Are there classes I can join?

On Sunday mornings, consider the:

• Adult Bible Study
• Adult Theology Classes
• Walking the Labyrinth (description)

Sensitive and caring individuals are always needed to provide:

• Homebound Visitation
• Nursing Home & Hospital Visitation
• Transportation (for medical appointments, church activities, etc.)
• Bereavement Care

Within the church, volunteers work:

• In the Office (on the Good Newlonsburg Newsletter)
• With Facility Maintenance
• Spring & Fall Clean Up Days

Be sure to attend the congregation’s Pentecost Picnic.  

Session Committees

Affirmation Ministry
(Worship)

ARC Ministry
(Activity & Fellowship)
(Support & Fellowship)

Equipping Ministry
(Christian Education & Leader Training)

New Member Evangelism Ministry
(Integration of New Members)

Outreach Ministry
(Local & Global Mission)

Property Ministry
(Care & Maintenance of Facilities)

Stewardship & Finance Ministry
(Management of Finances)

For more information call: 724-327-0061
npc@alltel.net