Senior Ministries

Senior adults comprise a large and exciting group in the Vancouver First Church of God family.  They are very involved in the many ministries, serving as board members, ushers, greeters, teachers, musicians in worship, as well as in visitation, hospitality and prayer groups. We offer programs and activities designed to meet the needs of senior adults:

Faith-building and Discipleship

Adult Bible Fellowship classes meet on Sundays, providing solid Bible teaching in various venues.  Among them are the Friendship Bible Class in Room 120 and the Bible Explorers in the Fireside Room, both at 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday Evening adult classes continue the opportunity for Christian growth. Check out the current topics over at adult classes.

Many Small Group Bible Studies meet in homes throughout the week, lending a chance for more personal connection as people grow together spiritually.

Fellowship and Outreach

J.O.Y. (Just Older Youth) meets every third Tuesday of the month at noon for a potluck dinner and a well-planned program. Several outings and excursions are planned throughout the year.

JOLT targets the younger "Baby Boomer" crowd bringing them together for special events and social activities.

C.O.G. Wheelers  travel in their RV's and enjoy each other's fellowship. They also take on work projects each year at Christian camps, small churches and in the homes of needy families.

The annual Seniors Retreat, a much anticipated event, is held at Cannon Beach in the month of April. Excellent speakers along with rich worship and fellowship make it a time of spiritual renewal. Begun long ago for the senior adults of the Vancouver church, it has mushroomed into a popular event open to all Church of God congregations in Oregon and Southwest Washington. The result is that ties have been strengthened between churches as new friendships are made and old ones are renewed.

Staff/Personnel:
Bruce Hazel, Associate Pastor
360-574-1611 ext. 6926

Julie Murphy, Administrative Assistant
360-574-1611 ext. 6904