Elders
Rick Reynolds
Gary Kyle
Don Williams
Eric Dotson
Message from the Elders
As modeled by the church of the New Testament, the Woodstock church of Christ is led by Elders, acting as shepherds of the spiritual flock. These men are selected by the local congregation on the basis of qualifications found in the scriptures, 1 Timothy 3: 1-7 and Titus 1: 5-16. The elders are pastors or overseers who serve under the headship of Christ according to the New Testament. They are to seek, in all matters, the mind of Christ who is the Head of the Church, through the guidance of the Holy Spirit inspired Word of God. They are to teach and exhort the church in sound doctrine and refute those who contradict the truth. Elders are involved in the lives of the members, providing spiritual guidance, prayer and visits in time of sickness, comfort and support in times of bereavement, counseling, and spiritual nourishment as members experience the realities of this life. Elders are to lead by example and will provide instruction for “equipping the saints for the work of ministry” as well as provide the edification needed for healthy relationships within the church (Ephesian 4:11-12). These men are shepherds of this congregation and their primary interest is helping the souls of this congregation reach heaven together.
Minister
Matt Amos
Deacons
Team Members
Barry Payne
New Members & New Converts, Education - Support & ResourcesName: Barry Payne
Wife: Ellen Payne
Areas of Ministry(ies): New Members & New Converts, Education – Support & Resources
New Members & New Converts (Barry – primary, Rick Laukka – secondary)
1. Identify areas of interest for new and existing members by providing member information packets within a few weeks of placing membership and on special occasions such as when photos are made for a new directory, etc. These are reviewed by the eldership and disseminated to the deacons by the church secretary.
2. Provide displays of elders and deacons, with their respective areas of responsibility, as well as ministers.
3. Conduct a new converts class, as needed, that further educates on first principles of Christianity (currently taught by Matt Amos). Curriculum has been developed for a quarterly class.
4. Conduct a new member orientation session, as needed, that familiarizes new members with the history, ministries, opportunities to serve and leadership of the congregation. Information is provided during two consecutive Sunday morning sessions.
Education – Support & Resources
1. Provide a teacher’s workroom that is staffed and supplied so that Sunday/Wednesday and Day School teachers have the resources and supplies needed to conduct classes.
2. Conduct a Teacher’s Workroom orientation session, as needed, that familiarizes teachers with the resources and supplies available for their use.
3. Provide a church library that is staffed and supplied so that teachers and members have the resources they need to assist in teaching and learning.
4. Provide activities, such as the summer reading program, that introduces the resources of the library to children and their parents.
Team Members
Tom Markham
Benevolence, Computers & NetworksBenevolence – Coordinate and assist with food pantry and clothing closet. Computers & Network – Assist with maintenance of hardware, software and networks.
Team Members
Lincoln Waddell
Elementary YouthName: Lincoln Waddell
Wife: Anna Waddell
Areas of Ministry(ies): Elementary Youth
Serving ages 2 years to fifth grade, the goal of the Elementary Youth Ministry at Woodstock is to work with parents to raise our children to be faithful Christians. This is done through an emphasis on Christian education and service, as well as fun activities to help them foster friendships that they’ll carry with them into middle and high school.
Jeremy Powell
Building Grounds, Building Use, Day School, High School Youth, Song Ministry, Lads to LeadersTeam Members
Jeremy Powell
Building Grounds, Building Use, Day School, High School Youth, Song Ministry, Lads to LeadersMaintain grounds. Organize and approve use of the building by out side groups.. Coordinate activities for the high school youth. Coordinate song leaders for worship services. Coordinate Lads 2 Leaders
Team Members
Doug Reed
Because I CareName: Doug Reed
Wife: Connie Reed
Areas of Ministry(ies): Because I Care
The Because I Care Ministry is a compassionate outreach program seeking to make a difference in the lives of our members & visitors. Our mission is to reach out and make personal contact so they feel connected to our church family.
Team Members
Joe Stephens
Lads to Leaders, Software, Worship Activities, Benevolence, Day School Team Members
Michael House
Benevolence, Woodstock Day SchoolName: Michael House
Wife: Rhonda House
Areas of Ministry(ies): Benevolence, Woodstock Day School
Benevolence
The benevolence ministry serves those who have physical needs with a focus on providing for spiritual needs. Galatians 6:10 “Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith.”
Woodstock Day School
This ministry is to provide a Christian based pre-school educational program to the community in an environment that nurtures and educates through a Christian teaching staff and curriculum.
Team Members
Joe Stickels
Middle School YouthName: Joe Stickels
Wife: Katherine Stickels
Areas of Ministry(ies): Middle School Youth
Team Members
Walter Sessions
General EducationName: Walter Sessions
Wife: Kelli Sessions
Areas of Ministry(ies): General Education
Work involves education and overall curriculum from K through Adult; special topics and seminar development also included.
This work is looking for topics that members have that need addressing; apologetics, ethics, morality, general passages in scripture needing addressed. Will be working with Matt in conjunction with the suggestion box too.
Team Members
Eric Dotson
Vacation Bible School, Young Christian Adults (YCA)Name: Eric Dotson
Wife: Christine Dotson
Areas of Ministry(ies): Vacation Bible School, Young Christian Adults (YCA)
Vacation Bible School
To provide a four day summer bible school to educate and build up children age 3 years old to 5th grade. The VBS is conducted each year with a new theme that tells a bible story. The stories are brought to life by building props and decorations to enhance the bible story. We aim to bring the story to life for the children so that the stories make a lasting impression on their lives and will be remembered for years to come. Snack time, craft time, song time, and game time all use the same bible story theme to create a consistent memorable message.
Young Christian Adults (YCA)
To maintain a schedule of bible study devotionals and social activities to edify and strengthen relationships with the Young Christian Adult group. This group consists of those from age 18 and out of High School to early thirties. The group will have young singles, young marrieds and young families as its demographic makeup. The group will typically meet at least 2 times per month with one meeting as a devotional time and bible study of current challenges facing this age group and the the other meeting being a social activity. Some social activities will included; Bowling, Bone Fires, picnics, Tubing down a river, and many other activities decided upon by the group.
Charlie Bailey
Men's Activities, Family Activities, Front Signage, Tract Rack, Local Outreach, Ushering & GreetingTeam Members
Charlie Bailey
Men's Activities, Family Activities, Front Signage, Tract Rack, Local Outreach, Ushering & GreetingPlan Men’s Retreat, Helping Hands Projects, Movie Nights, Maintain Front Sign Messages, Maintain Tract Racks
Team Members
Reg Berry
Missions - India, Deacon CommunicationCoordinate India mission efforts
Dave Brannan
Fellowship Activities, Men's Activities, Worship Activities, Day School, Recovery GroupTeam Members
Dave Brannan
Fellowship Activities, Men's Activities, Worship Activities, Day School, Recovery GroupOrganize activities for first Sunday night fellowships and other church fellowships.
Team Members
Frank Cole
Worship Activities (Regular & Holiday)Responsible for making assignments for worship service participation and communion preparation.
Team Members
Ron Cox
Building Maintenance and Improvement, Helping Hands, Tuesday VisitationOversee building repair, maintenance and improvements.
Team Members
Greg Garner
Hispanic Ministry, ESLLiaison between Hispanics and Elders
Team Members
Troy Golden
Education Coordination Team Members
Rick Laukka
Missions, Security, First AidMissions – Coordinate local, state and foreign mission works. Security – Coordinating and scheduling locking and unlocking the building, issuing keys and alarm codes. First Aid – Responsible for maintaining first aid kits and AED. Maintaining list of first responders (doctors / nurses)who attend services
Team Members
Larry Crawford
Care Zone ProgramName: Larry Crawford
Wife: Kathy Crawford
Areas of Ministry(ies): Care Zone Program
The purpose of the Care Zone Ministry is to provide love, concern, care and help wherever needed by any member of the congregation in times of sickness, birth, death, fellowship, attendance and newcomers. The entire congregation is divided into geographical zones in order to provide the best care possible, and to create a more equal and consistent means of showing love and concern for one another. Each zone is led by a Care Zone Coordinator and assisted by a Food Coordinator.
Team Members