Our ministries 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 — Sunday mornings at 9:45am in the Nave (September through May)
This is an adult Bible study led by the Rector to help us to grow in our knowledge of Scriptures so that our faith and love for Jesus are deepened. We are currently studying the Gospel According to Matthew. If are unable to attend in person, please contact Fr. Kyle to be sent the link to watch the recorded video from home.
Rector’s Bible Study — Wednesdays at 10:30am in the Nave (September through May)
This is a one-hour week-day Bible study led by the Rector. We are currently working our way through the Epistles of the New Testament. 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 — Monday through Friday at 9am on Facebook Live
Morning Prayer, Rite Two from the Book of Common Prayer (1979) led by Fr. Kyle or The Rev. Dr. Meredith Woods Potter.
Prayer for One Another
Each week in our church bulletin, seven parishioners’ names are placed in a list for prayer with one parishioner being assigned to each day of the week. Church members are encouraged to pray for that individual on that day. This enables us 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 a 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 to the prayer corner at Communion time during the 11am service to receive private prayer from our intercessory prayer team.
Young Adult and Youth Ministries
“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.
Children’s Sunday School — Sunday mornings at 9:45am in Fellowship Hall (September through May)
Our children gather each Sunday morning to learn about the Lectionary lessons for the day and to do an arts and crafts project based on those lessons. Sunday school is open to all children from pre-school through high school.
Outreach Ministries
Missions and Outreach
The Missions & Outreach Committee meets monthly to discuss local and international outreach opportunities so that COTM can help to support the needs of the community along with the needs of the world.
Women’s Ministries
Women’s Bible Study — Thursday mornings at 9:30am in Fellowship Hall (September through May)
This is a lay-lead Bible study that provides 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 at various times throughout the year. Our COTM women come together and discuss a book they have collectively 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 — Most Sundays 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 other refreshments.