OUR MINISTRIES
OUR MINISTRIES
Benevolence of the Month
The monthly benevolence program challenges congregants to contribute above and beyond their normal giving to financially support its ministries and community organizations. Our church currently supports the following groups: Healthy House Garden Project, LOVE, Inc., Mt. Cross Ministries, New Beginnings for Merced County Animals, Restore Merced,
Senior Brown Bag Program of Merced Food Bank, and the Shepherd of the Valley Scholarship Program.
Knitting Group
Meets every Friday at 2 PM.
New to experienced knitters share each other’s levels of experience. We make and deliver
knitted baby hats to the newborns in the maternity ward at the local hospital.
Seniors
We offer transportation/meals/companionship. If you or someone you know could use a little extra TLC,
contact the Church Office.
Fellowship
The Birthday Fellowship Luncheon meets on the third Thursday of every month at different restaurants. All are welcome!
Check the newsletter or call the Church Office for current information.
Music and Worship
The Choir practices on Sunday morning @ 9:15 am.
If you would like to get involved in music and worship ministry, we also have opportunities for service as readers, worship assistants, and vocalists/instrumentalists.
Community Service
Here at Shepherd of the Valley, service is a vital part of who we are as a faith community. There are always ways to get involved
in a variety of outreach ministries and these opportunities are shared in the Sunday bulletin and monthly newsletter.
Prayer Chain
"...pray for one another..." (James 5:16)
Our church has a devoted team of members who practice intercessory prayer on behalf of those in special need, members and non-members. To submit a prayer request, call the church office at (209) 383-0632 or send an e-mail to shepherdofthevalleyelca@gmail.com
Garden Project
As part of our community engagement, our church partners
with local agency Healthy House Within a MATCH Coalition to provide space for
Hmong elders to grow produce.