The Greek word “Koinonia” (meaning “fellowship” and pronounced “coin-o-knee-ah”) expresses the essence of this committee’s charge.   Koinonia embodies the belonging, community, celebration, and openness which healthy congregations foster.    Koinonia is the common thread which welcomes people in worship, connects them in smaller groups, and sends them forth in mission.   The task of this committee is to sustain and enrich an atmosphere of Koinonia.   This includes oversight of specific events which engage the whole congregation (Advent Fest, Summer Picnic, Sunday morning coffee hours/receptions and a variety of other annual or occasional events.... like movie nights) as well as the coordination of smaller gatherings aimed at a portion of our church family …like potlucks after Saturday evening services.

The Youth Ministry is a group of parents and involved adults who plan and coordinate activities for junior and senior high youth.  These activities include a day at Noah's Ark Water Park in the Wisconsin Dells, skiing and/or tubing at Sunburst or Granite Peak, summer youth servant trips, scavenger hunts, and movie nights.

They assist the Senior High youth by providing leadership and guidance as the Senior Highers plan the Sunday Night Events. 

The Servant Ministries support programs in the local area, as well as those of our urban partners and those in other parts of the world. This support can take on many shapes, including assistance with time, talents, and financial funding.

Once per year, we have a congregation-wide Servanthood Day. Members sign up to assist at our local partners, and may be asked to paint, lay flooring, organize medical supplies, sort and hang donated clothing, or clean and organize.

Currently, Cross of Life members travel to our partner congregation in El Salvador twice per year (one group goes in January, the other in August). The members bring supplies such as medicines, soccer equipment, and games.