Ministries
EUCC Ministries
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Matthew 23:11
Matthew 23:11
- EUCC Book Club
Book club members read one book a month and meet monthly to discuss it. Books are selected from recommendations of the participants. - Christian Education/ Sunday SchoolChristian Education
Our Christian Education Ministries provide fellowship, learning, and memory-making for all ages within our church. Sunday School for children preschool through 5th grade is during the worship hour after the Time for Young Christians. Sunday School schedule follows the school’s schedule. Classes start in September and end in May
Adults have two options: Christ Offers Forgiveness For Everyone (COFFE) meets at 8:30 a.m. and The Journey meets at 11:00 a.m. Special events throughout the year include Sunday School Kickoff, toy drive for Community Hope Center, an Easter Egg Hunt, and summer Vacation Bible School
Sunday School
Every Sunday the children are invited to begin the worship service in the sanctuary. After the opening prayers and hymns, the children are invited to the alter steps for a brief lesson given by the minister or special guest. The children are then dismissed to "Sunday School". Adult volunteers take children up to 4th grade for singing and activities for the remainder of the hour. - Crisis Food CenterChurch members donate non-perishable food items for Crisis Food Center, a community organization that provides food for people in need in the Alton/Godfrey area. A grocery cart in the narthex is the collection spot for the monthly donation to the Center.
- Feed the needWe partner with the Saturday Café hosted by First Presbyterian Church in Alton. Each Saturday churches in the Metro East area provide a meal for anyone in the community who is unhoused or people with limited finances in need of a meal. Evangelical provides meals each 4 times a year with a crew of volunteers who prepare a full meal with an entrée salad, dessert and drinks.
- Friday ClubOur Friday Club is an outreach ministry serving individuals with disabilities in our community. This ministry provides a safe, loving and welcoming environment 70-80 for teens and adults with special needs to gather and socialize. Themed events include a meal and entertainment.
The meetings take place between 6pm -8pm. Transportation is not provided and there is a minimal charge for the meal. ($5).
All are welcome, Please make reservations through the church office. - H.I.S. - Hearts in Service
Hearts in Service Ministry supplements pastoral care. The core of the ministry is contact with home bound members, nursing home residents, persons who are ill, and persons experience the death of a spouse. An intentional process provides for cards, phone calls, and visits. Members meet monthly. New members are always welcome. The only requirement is to have a loving heart and concern for others. - Illinois South Conference
Evangelical Church is a member of the Illinois South Conference of the United Church of Christ. The Conference represents diverse minds, covenant hearts, and made one in the body of Christ. The Conference holds an annual meeting to conduct business and elect leadership. Evangelical Church supports the denomination through special offerings including One Great Hour of Sharing. The Conference office is located in Highland, Illinois. - Puppet Ministry
The puppet ministry consists of two teams. One team lip syncs to songs while the other team uses a book to initiate dialogue between the puppets and the reader. The teams alternate Sundays in worship and perform for preschool classes and special events. Puppeteers range in age from youngsters to seniors. - Women's FellowshipThis organization does have a Board but all women are invited to attend the meetings. WFB meetings are the first Tuesday of every month.
This group manages our Coffee Hour that is held every Sunday after the worship service. They also organize funeral luncheons when needed.
There is an annual fund raiser, the last few years has been a basket raffle. The proceeds are used to help fund some of the "extras" for projects not budgeted, and they give monetary donations to several entities in our community like the Food Bank and Oasis Women's Center and Kindercottage.
Ladies Day Out is an event that is put together - just for fun - where we share a catered meal and a program. - Youth MinistriesYouth Ministries give middle and high school students an opportunity to build community, grow in their faith, and have tons of fun along the way. Weekly Sunday night gatherings are the backbone of the programming. These evenings offer a combination of recreation time and spiritual discussions. Fun activities and trips are held throughout the year. Youth participate in a mission trip each summer, helping with home improvements in other communities across the country.
Our youth ministries are lead by our youth director, Tim Sandifer. He has been leading this ministry since 2004.
Our youth meet on a regular basis on Sunday evenings
at 5:00 p.m. there is a shared meal with all grades, 6th - 12th. - 5S'sSecond Saturdays Sociability and Sustance for Seniors (5 S’s)
This group meets on the second Saturday each month from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m for a pot lunch and a time of sharing. The age requirement to participate is that a participant must be AARP eligible.
Children's Church
Children’s Church is offered every Sunday morning during worship.
Kids (age 3 - grade 5) start in the Sanctuary with Pastor Tim, then go out to the chapel, cafeteria, gym, or preschool wing for songs, snacks, crafts, and creative Bible lessons.
Younger children are welcome to enjoy our Nursery, with our friendly staff member Genesis and volunteer helpers!
Kids (age 3 - grade 5) start in the Sanctuary with Pastor Tim, then go out to the chapel, cafeteria, gym, or preschool wing for songs, snacks, crafts, and creative Bible lessons.
Younger children are welcome to enjoy our Nursery, with our friendly staff member Genesis and volunteer helpers!
Youth Ministries
Anyone from the church, school, or community is welcome! These are a great way to share fun times with your friends while also taking part in meaningful discussions about faith and life.
Both Middle and High School groups meet Sundays:
5-7pm
Both groups are invited to share in a 5:30 pm meal. Parents from both age groups will sign up to provide the meal on a rotating basis. We offer plenty of exciting activities and trips throughout the year, including skiing, Six Flags, Pumpkin Olympics, Lenten Fish Fry, Summer Mission Trip, and many others. Be on the look-out for information in the school’s Wednesday email. The best way to know about all our upcoming activities is to attend on Sundays!
For more information contact Tim Sandifer at euccyouth@yahoo.com
Evangelical UCC
Here at Evangelical, we are part of the
UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST
and a member of the Illinois South Conference.
We have been at the current location in Godfrey since 1968. Prior to that we were located at 8th and Henry in Alton. We began as an Evangelical German denomination, Alton Evangelical Church, founded in 1850 and became Evangelical United Church of Christ in 1968. The founding pastor was Rev. C.E. Zobel from 1850-1851. There have been several pastors throughout the life of the church. Most of them served between 2 and 7 years before moving on to another congregation. However, the Rev. O.W. Heggemeier, served from Dec. 1916 - 1953 - 37 years! An interesting anecdote about Rev. Heggemeier, the following was published in the Alton Telegraph April 20, 1947 ," For the first time in his 30 years as pastor of the Evangelical Church at Eighth and Henry streets, the Rev. O.W. Heggemeier was absent from his pulpit. He was a patient in Alton Memorial Hospital where he had been taken when he collapsed shortly after conducting Easter services and giving communion to 1,000 persons."
In 1968 the Rev. Walter Krebs became the minister and was a leading figure in the creation of the Evangelical School for the Young Years and then Evangelical Elementary School. He was a part of this congregation until 1992, 24 years.
Pastor Jerry MeCaskey led our congregation from 2005-2023.
Reverend Tim Darmour- Paul is the current interim Pastor since December 2023.
With increasing classes to accommodate students through the Eighth grade, the Family Ministry Center groundbreaking was in October of 2002.
Today EUCC continues to support the Pre-K through Eighth grades schools and to minister to the communities of Godfrey and Alton.
UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST
and a member of the Illinois South Conference.
We have been at the current location in Godfrey since 1968. Prior to that we were located at 8th and Henry in Alton. We began as an Evangelical German denomination, Alton Evangelical Church, founded in 1850 and became Evangelical United Church of Christ in 1968. The founding pastor was Rev. C.E. Zobel from 1850-1851. There have been several pastors throughout the life of the church. Most of them served between 2 and 7 years before moving on to another congregation. However, the Rev. O.W. Heggemeier, served from Dec. 1916 - 1953 - 37 years! An interesting anecdote about Rev. Heggemeier, the following was published in the Alton Telegraph April 20, 1947 ," For the first time in his 30 years as pastor of the Evangelical Church at Eighth and Henry streets, the Rev. O.W. Heggemeier was absent from his pulpit. He was a patient in Alton Memorial Hospital where he had been taken when he collapsed shortly after conducting Easter services and giving communion to 1,000 persons."
In 1968 the Rev. Walter Krebs became the minister and was a leading figure in the creation of the Evangelical School for the Young Years and then Evangelical Elementary School. He was a part of this congregation until 1992, 24 years.
Pastor Jerry MeCaskey led our congregation from 2005-2023.
Reverend Tim Darmour- Paul is the current interim Pastor since December 2023.
With increasing classes to accommodate students through the Eighth grade, the Family Ministry Center groundbreaking was in October of 2002.
Today EUCC continues to support the Pre-K through Eighth grades schools and to minister to the communities of Godfrey and Alton.
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