Church Life - Fellowship

Every Sunday following the Service of Worship, enjoy coffee and conversation with our members and friends.

Church Life - Children

Children ages birth through grade 8 with their families participate in the worship service for the beginning 20 minutes, and then the children are dismissed to Sunday School.  There is a soundproof cry room available with a p.a. system that allows parents to listen to the worship service while they tend to their children.  Pictured here are the children in the learning center and below is the church playground.

Rev. Duane Ferris, Choir Director

Church Life - Music

The music program at Church In The Hills promotes the participation of all worshippers in congregational singing and provides a means of allowing members with musical gifts to use their talents in the work of the Lord.  Our choir is a volunteer organization which meets to rehearse each week on Tuesday evenings at 7 in the sanctuary, and frequently is prepared to provide anthems for the Sunday morning services and other special times during the church calendar year.  Our instrumentalists add inspiration to the order of worship by playing solos and ensemble music.   We feature vocal soloists frequently, using the emphasis of their music to enhance to the message of the day.  Church In The Hills encourages enjoyment of sacred music by the congregation by presenting guest artists in concert and as part of the Sunday services of worship. 

Church Life - YADS

Young adults in worship ages 20 – 40 meet at least once a month for study and fellowship

Parish Nurse Health Ministry

The Parish (church) nurse is a licensed registered nurse who ministers to the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of the congregation. She seeks to facilitate Shalom (health, happiness, harmony and wholeness). She serves as health educator, volunteer coordinator and health resource agent.  She visits members and friends of the congregation in the hospital, in their homes as well as at the church.  She coordinates the Health Cabinet whose members coordinate meals, transportation, and small repairs/maintenance for the church members and friends.

Periodically educational programs are offered as well as CPR courses. Blood pressures are taken the first and third Sunday of every month. The Parish nurse assists the other church staff in enhancing the quality of life of the congregation.                                                                                                                      Beth Gordon, Parish Nurse

Men’s Rap Session

Led by Mr. Gordon, the Men’s group meets every Thursday morning at 8:00 a.m. for bible study and discussion.

Women’s Group

The Women' s Association at Church In The Hills is known as the Priscilla Circle, which is affiliated with the general church women's organization of the Presbyterian Church USA.  The purpose of its existence is to provide fellowship in Christ and service to the congregation in as many practical ways as possible.  The monthly meetings are held on the third Wednesday evening of the month, either at the church or in the home of a member.  Meetings are announced in the monthly newsletter and the bulletins.  A Bible Study is part of the agenda at each meeting.

Peace and Justice Ministry

The work of Justice and Peace; Jesus’ Ministry "There is no way to peace.  Peace is the way."

A.J. Muste

We are actively engaged in both local and global activism towards a world restored in Christ through prayer, community outreach, international mission, ecumenical partnerships, and education on world justice and environmental concerns.  There are many opportunities to participate in small or large ways.  Come share Christ's vision of peace!

Nancy Olexick, Elder for Peace and Justice