Where Can I Serve?
Jesus told us, his disciples, to make disciples of all nations. One of the most important values of Elkhart Life is our mission to the world. It begins in our own community, and spreads overseas to every nation. Elkhart Life members are involved in a variety of ministries from things as greeting and welcoming people as they enter the facility to driving the bus for the bus ministry.
Mission Outreach
Elkhart Life is thrilled to be part of the spread of God’s kingdom around the world. We are active in sending missionaries and supporting these missionaries with our money and with our prayers. We support many missionaries with pledges. We encourage all of our people to respond to God’s call for laborers, whether it means that they move to a foreign country or live and minister in our own community.
Music
God-honoring worship is something we strive for. Many church members get involved in our music and ministry. Some play their instruments. Some are vocalists. Others are involved in the choir. These volunteers are an important part of the ministry of Elkhart Life, using their talents and gifts to glorify God.
Deaf Ministry
At Elkhart Life even the deaf are able to join in service with a group of interpreters that are able to interpret the services for the deaf and hard of hearing members. We also offer bible studies for the deaf and hard of hearing.
Ushers
The usher team at Elkhart Life fills an important role. They are involved in directing attendees to their seats, ensuring the safety of the building during services, guiding traffic, helping visitors, answering questions, providing direction, unlocking doors, locking doors, and generally ensuring that the service can proceed problem-free. The usher team is a servant-hearted group of men and women whose ministry is integral to church life.
Media & Technology
Using media to spread the gospel is a privilege of Elkhart Life. In an age of widespread technology, we have a stewardship to use these tools as best as possible for kingdom purposes. All of our weekly sermons are uploaded to our website in video and audio formats as well as You Tube at Elkhart Life Live. We also maintain an active Facebook and Twitter feed for additional church communication.
Marriage Counseling
Marriages can be difficult to maintain. Misunderstanding, confusion, resentment, and anger can flare up in any marriage. Pastor Johnson’s listening, understanding, helping, and encouraging struggling couples has, by God’s grace, saved marriages, and repaired relationships. Couples have found fresh hope and new joy in a warm and fulfilling relationship with their spouse.
Prayer Warriors
Prayer cannot be overestimated. Prayer moves the hand of God. Elkhart Life is a body of believers dependent upon prayer, and committed to God’s sovereignty. Each Sunday, at 11:20 before the second service,all that want to participate begin praying for the ministry of the Word. There is family prayer meeting every Monday at 6:30pm. We gather and pray for the pastor, a list of church members, any special requests, and missionary prayer needs. Each Wednesday, the church comes together for a special time of prayer and Bible study at 7pm.
Children’s Church
In order to give our children the best Bible teaching possible, Elkhart Life holds a children’s church service on Wednesday at 7pm. This special time gives kids more opportunity for interaction and learning in a context and manner that may be better suited to their age and learning styles. Our friendly children’s church volunteers have an endless stream of creativity–ranging from puppet shows, to games, to object lessons.