The ministries of Church of the Messiah are driven by our mission statement, vision, and beliefs which can be found under the "About" and "Mission Statement" pages.
The following are the ministries of Church of the Messiah:
Adult Bible Studies
Adult Education
An adult Bible study class led by the Rector that help us to grow in our knowledge of Scriptures and to have our faith in and love for Jesus deepened. Meets on Sundays at 9:45am in the sanctuary. If you cannot attend in person, please contact Fr. Kyle to be sent the link to watch from home.
Rector’s Bible Study
A one-hour week-day Bible study led by the Rector. Meets Wednesdays at 10:30am in the sanctuary. If you cannot attend in person, please contact Fr. Kyle to be sent the link to watch from home.
Prayer Ministries (Year-Round):
Morning Prayer
Morning Prayer Rite Two from the Book of Common Prayer. Meets every morning M-F at 9:00am via our Facebook page. Led by Fr. Kyle or The Rev. Dr. Meredith Woods Potter.
Prayer for One Another
Each week in the church bulletin, seven parishioners’ names are placed in a list for prayer with one parishioner being assigned to each day of the week. This enables church members to pray for the whole congregation over the course of the year.
Prayer & Praise Time
A time each Wednesday evening at 7pm to gather via Zoom to pray for the needs of individuals, the community, and the world. If you are interested in participating, please contact Frank Landymore.
Prayer Ministries: Prayer Box, Prayer Hotline, Intercessory Prayer
If you have the need for prayer, you can: 1.) place a prayer request form in the prayer book near the window on the western wall of the church, 2.) contact our prayer team leaders by phone or email or 3.) come over to the prayer corner at Communion time during the 11am service to receive private prayer from our intercessory prayer team.
“What Would Jesus Brew?” Young Adult Ministry with Aquia Episcopal Church
This group, for those in their 20s, 30s, and 40s, meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month at either COTM or Aquia Episcopal Church in Stafford at 6:00pm. After having a meal together, we have a theological conversation around a given topic led by Fr. Kyle or Fr. James Rickenbaker. Childcare is usually provided.
Youth Ministry / Children’s Sunday School
Meets Sundays at 9:45am in Fellowship Hall for 6th grade and up, and in the Sunday school room for children Pre-K-5th grade.
Outreach Ministries
Missions and Outreach
The Missions & Outreach Committee meets monthly to discuss local and international outreach opportunities so that COTM can participate in supporting the needs of the community along with making monthly donations to designated charities approved by the Vestry.
Women’s Ministries
Women’s Bible Study
Meets Thursday mornings at 9:30am in Fellowship Hall. This is an opportunity for the women of the congregation to study God’s Word, pray, and have their faith in Jesus deepened, along with having a time of fun and fellowship.
Women’s Book Study
Meets throughout the year. Our COTM women come together and discuss a book they have chosen to read.
Women’s Socials
Seasonal social events for the women of COTM and their friends to share in food, fun, and fellowship.
Fellowship
Coffee Hour
Held every Sunday after the 11am service in Fellowship Hall. Coffee Hour is a weekly opportunity for fellowship, providing a time for parishioners to get to know each other while enjoying coffee, tea, and refreshments.