DISCIPLING MINISTRIES

Discipling members and non-members in their lifetime walk with Christ Jesus.

KING OF GLORY PRESCHOOL
Founded in 1999, the King of Glory Preschool offers opportunity for quality, Jesus-centered early childhood education to children from ages 2 through pre-kindergarten. The Preschool provides a safe, nurturing environment that encourages the spiritual and educational growth of young children and their families. A highly trained faculty of dedicated Christian educators serves the school.

The Preschool is accredited through the National Academy of Early Childhood Programs of the National Association of the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and The National Lutheran Schools Association (NLSA).

King of Glory Preschool is open to all children without regard to race, creed, national origin or disability. It is an amazing place of joyous learning that reflects the love of Jesus!

Call the King of Glory Preschool office (757-258-1070) for more information. 
Contact: Ruth McReynolds, Director

CHRIST CARE GROUPS
In the early church, the book of Acts records that believers gathered for fellowship and teaching “publicly and from house to house.” (Acts 20:20) It was important for the church’s growth and encouragement that they gather around the Word and share their faith. It was important to the church then…and it is important for the church now!

King of Glory is a ChristCare Small Group Ministry congregation. ChristCare Small Groups are, at their heart, circles of care with Christ at the center. They seek to help Christians grow as devoted and mature followers of Jesus, to seek God, to care for one another and to serve God by serving others.

The key elements of a ChristCare group activity are community building and care; biblical equipping; prayer and worship; and missional service. We at King of Glory appreciate the power of this opportunity to serve the Lord, both for individuals as well as for the congregation as a whole. A number of ChristCare groups exist now and will expand as the congregation grows and as the power of this ministry becomes more and more apparent to the membership overall.
Coordinators: Fred and Nancy Jakobs

ALPHA
In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus calls His Church “go and make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19). ALPHA is an eleven week course that explores the validity and relevance of the Christian faith for our lives today. How often have you heard people say, “This religion stuff is confusing. How does it apply to me today?” Well, Alpha is a way of breaking down those kinds of roadblocks to understanding the faith we share. There are many opportunities to serve with the ALPHA course: from group leaders to teachers, from hospitality hosts to meal servers and preparers.
ALPHA Leadership Team: Steve and Sue Quick; Larry McReynolds

SHEPHERD MINISTRY
The Shepherd Ministry provides for caring communication between members of the King of Glory Church family. A Shepherd is assigned “to keep watch” over five families and try to make personal contact with those families at church gatherings and through other means. The Shepherd Ministry provides not only an informal level of care to individuals, but also a vital network of communication for the Church in case of emergency and special concerns. Shepherds are not “stand-ins” for the Elders or Pastor, but servants who aid in communicating and “touching base” with Church members on a regular basis. New Shepherds are always needed and welcome!
Coordinator: Les Jacobi 

ABLAZE!
ABLAZE! is a movement within the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod to help raise awareness and highlight the need for reaching the lost – those who do not know Jesus as their Lord and Savior. The movement hopes to mobilize the church to reach 100 million unchurched and uncommitted people by the year 2017 – the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Christian education for children, youth and adults is an important part of King of Glory’s life together as a church community! We are people who are “in the Word” to be equipped as committed members of the Body of Christ!

SUNDAY SCHOOL – POWER HOUR!
Our Sunday School serves children from age 2 through high school. It meets every Sunday from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM. In addition to Sunday classes, the Sunday School also presents a special Christmas Program each year to help spread the Good News!
Be a part of the spiritual foundation of our youth by volunteering to be a Sunday School teacher. This is a fine opportunity for Christian fellowship with the teaching staff as well as our growing brothers and sisters in Christ, our church's future.
Sunday School Superintendent: Dawn Idema and Kristen Brandt

ADULT BIBLE STUDY – POWER HOUR!
Regularly scheduled on Sundays at 9:30AM, this is an opportunity to enhance your spiritual knowledge of the Holy Scriptures as well as to meet in Christian fellowship with others from the congregation as well as visitors and guests. An additional Sunday morning class is offered at 11:00 AM especially for those who attend the 9:30 AM Worship.
Bible Study topics vary; we strive to have at least two options every Sunday morning. The classes meet in the Life Enrichment Classrooms and/or the Fellowship Hall.
Coordinator: Pastor George Lobien

CHILDREN’S CHURCH
We believe that children belong in worship! We also believe that young children should be fed spiritually during the worship service along with the rest of the family. Children’s Church provides an opportunity for young children (ages 3 through 8) to learn about Jesus at their level of understanding. Kids are dismissed after the Children’s Message and go to Children’s Church were they learn about Jesus at their level of understanding during the Sermon time. They then return to worship with their families after a time of creative learning. People are needed to help with this important ministry.
Coordinator: Ruth McReynolds

NURSERY CARE
Nursery Care for children infant through 3 years of age is available during Worship services at King of Glory. A fully-equipped, cozy Nursery is located conveniently close to the Church Sanctuary.
Coordinator: Julia Malenke

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION
Do you want to learn more about the Christian faith; do you know what it means to be a “Lutheran?” This class is a great opportunity offered throughout the year to explore these topics! The class is an introductory class for membership at King of Glory Lutheran Church as well as a great “refresher” for those who want to revisit the basics of the Christian faith.

SEMINARS
Part of the vision for the King of Glory Fellowship Hall was that our church would be a place where people would gather for Biblical study and faith enrichment. To that end, King of Glory hosts various speakers throughout the year to present seminars designed to encourage spiritual growth and Christian witness.
Coordinator: Larry McReynolds

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Summertime is an excellent time to share the love of Jesus with kids and families…and that’s what happens with Vacation Bible School. Volunteers staff this unique educational outreach ministry to our church and the greater Williamsburg community. Registration will begin in May 2009 for our next VBS to be held July 20 - 24, 2009.
Co-Directors: Elisa Ferguson and Tammy Foster

WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY
Find the peace that comes from studying the Word of God. Our discussions are centered on Holy Scripture, but are free-flowing and open to sharing concerns and insights. Vicar generally leads these discussions. Join us for this wonderful opportunity for spiritual growth and Christian fellowship! We meet at 10:15-11:15 AM every Wednesday at the Church.
Leader: Pastor Bill Harmon

YOUTH MINISTRY
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP
Senior Youth Group (9^th grade and up) offers teens a chance to come together in the love of Christ. Spiritual growth opportunities, Christian service projects, fun and fellowship, and the chance to gather with youth from our church, as well as all around the country are all available and waiting for you! Come out and be a part of it!
Leader: Julia Malenke

MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP
Middle School Youth (grades 6-8) are always going and growing at King of Glory... Youth gatherings, Confirmation activities, events and the like. Our focus is getting to know Jesus and each other as we grow as the Church together!
Leader: Julia Malenke

WOMEN’S MINISTRIES
LUTHERAN WOMEN’S MISSIONARY LEAGUE
All women of King of Glory Lutheran Church are members of the LWML. The LWML (also called “Lutheran Women in Mission”) is a national organization of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod that unites individual church ladies societies together to further the proclamation of the Good News of Jesus regionally, nationally and internationally! The ladies have two “editions” of the group at King of Glory. They both meet the third Tuesday of each month (from September through May) at the church. The main meeting is at 7:00PM, and the second edition meets at 10:00AM. This is a wonderful opportunity for Christian fellowship among the women of the congregation as well as for missional service.
President: Barbara McKenna

WOMEN OF THE WORD (W.O.W)
Women of The Word (W.O.W.) is a gathering designed for active women who want to grow in relationship to the Lord through the study of His Word and through building relationships with other Christian women. W.O.W. meets once a month on a Sunday evening. It involves Bible Study, a fun activity or craft and refreshments. It is affiliated with King of Glory’s LWML and occasionally meets with the larger LWML gathering.
Coordinator: Lauren Hutton

LADIES OUT-TO-LUNCH BUNCH
Meets at 11:30 AM on the 1^st Tuesday of the month for fellowship at different area restaurants. This is a wonderful (and delicious!) opportunity for Christian fellowship!

M.O.P.S. – MOTHERS OF PRESCHOOLERS
MOPS is a program specifically designed for Moms of children from infant through kindergarten. This ministry seeks to provide Christian friendship, encouragement, teaching and support in a caring Christian setting. It also provides the opportunity for “Mentor-Moms” to share their experiences. Childcare is provided during gatherings.
Coordinator: Emily Duffy

QUILTERS
The KOG Quilters meet for creative fellowship and service while sharing their quilting skills and projects.
Coordinator: Linda LaFleur

MEN’S MINISTRIES
MEN’S BIBLE STUDY BREAKFAST
The Men’s Bible Study Breakfast meets weekly on Tuesday Mornings. The men meet for fellowship over breakfast between 7:30 AM and 8:00 AM and then immediately transition to study of the Holy Scriptures, ending precisely at 8:30 AM. The fellowship is warm and friendly, punctuated with wit and humor. The study discussions are candid, open sharing of impressions, feelings and spiritual foundations based on a wide range of education and life-experiences. It’s a great way to start the day in the Lord!
“First-times” are always welcome! You will have a rewarding time as you begin the day in the Word!
The group is currently meeting at "Old Mill Pancake House" on Richmond Road.
Leader: Cap Neilson

"Come, let us bow down in worship, let us kneel before the Lord our Maker."
Psalm 95:6

"Who is this King of Glory? The Lord Almighty - - He is the King of Glory."
Psalm 24:10 NIV