Program Directory for Chedoke Church
This page includes an alphabetical listing of all the regular and occasional programs that operate within the Chedoke Congregation. Additional information about any of these programs may be secured by contacting the Chedoke Church Office.
Parents and Grandparents: The programs that are designed for children; KidsROC, Nursery, Son City, and Vacation Bible School will be of special interest to you. We also wish you to know that all the programs at Chedoke Church are subject to the "Leading With Care" policy of the Presbyterian Church in Canada. Leading With Care is a national Presbyterian policy for ensuring that we have created and are maintaining a climate of safety for children, youth and vulnerable adults in all the programs of our congregation.
Our Programs
9:31 This is both the name and the time of the earliest Sunday worship service at Chedoke. This unusual name is derived from the scripture verse that serves as the inspiration for this service. Acts 9:31 reads, "Then the church throughout Judea, Galilee and Samaria enjoyed a time of peace. It was strengthened and encouraged by the Holy Spirit, it grew in numbers, living in the fear of the Lord." Music at 9:31 is provided by the 9:31 Band or the Praise Team.
Bible Study Group This weekly (September to May) Tuesday morning Study Group meets from 10:00 am to 11:30 am. The group, currently under the leadership of Bob Bernhardt, studies books of the Bible, Biblical themes and topics of interest related to our faith and our culture.
Choir The Senior Choir participates regularly in the 11:00 am Sunday Service. The Choir, under the direction of Chedoke's Organist, Bev Jarvis, always welcomes new members.
Coffee Time Tea and Coffee is served on Sunday mornings from 10:15 - 10:45 in Room 3 downstairs. This is an excellent oppportunity for fellowship.
Congregational Care Group This group looks after many behind the scenes activities at Chedoke - Sunday coffee time, cards sent to shut ins and bereaved people, refreshments after funeral and memorial services, the soup and sandwich lunch at the annual meeting, the Strawberry Social, and Make your own Sundaes after worship. It also presents hand-made Baptismal dolls to each child baptized at Chedoke.
Connect Connect is a relaxed, informal and interactive worship environment with "Current culture" music and style. It meets on Sunday evenings at 7:00 pm (except during the summer months and on some holiday weekends) under the leadership of Steve Baldry.
Junior Youth (Grades 6-8) Junior Youth is our program for grades 6 to 8. The Junior Youth Growth Group meets together Sunday mornings during Sunday morning worship services and provides an opportunity to get to know each other and discuss age related issues as they relate to God. Junior Youth also gather for monthly events such as games nights, and special outings (e.g., mini-putt, lazertag, etc.). Please see the Events page for announcements. Junior Youth can also participate in our Kid`s ROC program, Vacation Bible School and worship services.
Kids ROC Kids - "Relying on Christ" is for Kids from Senior Kindergarten to Grade 8. It meets on Thursday evenings from 5:00 to 7:15 and includes supper. For additional information and a registration form follow the link to the KidsROC page.
Knitters meet on Thursday mornings from 10 to 11:30 a.m. to knit mittens for those in need.
Ladies Service Team is a small group of women who offer catering services at the church (ie anniversaries & birthdays). The Ladies Service Team meets approximately 4 times a year for fellowship and fun and opens these events to the women of the church.
Lay Visitation Team This small team of volunteers assists the Ministry Team and the Elders to provide spiritual care to those with special needs - especially the sick and the aged. The Team meets monthly to review the needs of those in their care and plan their response.
Leading With Care This is the title of the national policy of the Presbyterian Church in Canada created to ensure a climate of safety for children, youth and vulnerable adults. Chedoke has implemented this policy in all of its congregational activities and programs. Specific questions about the Leading With Care policy should be directed to Steve Baldry.
Managers are elected by the Congregation to administer the congregation's budget and oversee the care and development of the church property.
Music at Chedoke Chedoke has a wide variety of music opportunities that include our Senior Choir, 9:31 Band, Praise Team, CONNECT Band, as well as, special Children’s music from time to time. For further information, or to learn how you might become involved, please contact our Choir Director, Bev Jarvis (to join the choir)), or our Representative Elder of Music and Worship, Tracy Moeller.
Nursery Chedoke strives to provide a clean, comfortable, safe environment for children from infancy through to 2 years in our nursery during the Sunday morning worship services (9:31 am and 11:00 am), and at other special events.
Prayer Team The Prayer Team meets in the Minister's Office each Sunday from 9:00 to 9:30 am. You would be welcome to join them.
Senior Youth (High School) Growth Group Senior Youth is our program for highschoolers (grades 9 to 12). The Senior Youth Growth Group meets bi-weekly on Sunday evenings after our Connect Service (approx. 7:45pm to 9pm) to discuss teen related issues as they relate to our relationship with God. Senior Youth can also get involved in monthly youth events (please see Events page for details), Sunday Morning worship services, Connect and LIT programs.
Session Each Presbyterian congregation elects elders from its membership to provide spiritual leadership for the congregation. The elders together form the "Session".
Small Groups: Bible Study/ discussion groups are offered at various times throughout the year in conjuction with the current sermon series. Please contact the church office to find out if small groups are currently being offered.
Son City is the Sunday morning program for children at Chedoke. For additional information and a registration form follow the link to the Son City page.
Vacation Bible School is an annual week long summer program for children who are in Senior Kindergarten to Grade 7. For additional information and a registration form follow the link to the VBS page.
Volleyball is available for Jr. Youth & Adults on Friday evenings from 6:30-8:30. The cost is $2.00 for adults and $1.00 for Teens (which includes a snack at half time).
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