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Find Your Place

Ministries

From the nursery to the mission field, discover the many ways our church family loves God, loves people, and serves our community — and find the place where you belong.

Children Youth Young Adults Family Women Men Worship Hospitality Food Prayer & Care Support Teams Outreach

There's a Place for You

Ministry at Santa Claus Christian Church isn't a program — it's people. Every meal served, every note written, and every song sung is a way of loving God and loving our neighbors. Whether you've been here for decades or walked in last Sunday, there's a team that could use your hands and a group ready to welcome you.

Every Age & Stage
No Experience Needed
Come As You Are

Children

Nursery through 6th grade — Sundays, Wednesdays, and summer camp.

A dad lifting his smiling toddler during a church gathering

Sunday Morning Classes

Sundays during Worship
Age-appropriate classes for every child, from our Seedlings nursery through 6th grade. Each class is filled with praise songs, Bible stories, and hands-on activities built around simple biblical truths.
Explore Children's Ministry
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Led by

Jenna Souders

Director of Children's Ministry

Junior Rangers & Rangers

Wednesdays · School Year Upper Level
Wednesday-night programs for kids in kindergarten through 6th grade. Children rotate through life-skill sessions they choose themselves — tools, cooking, sign language, drama, and more — while learning about a life lived in Jesus' love.
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Led by

Catherine Turcotte

Program Planner

Elementary Camp

Second Week of July Historic Santa Claus Campground
A faith-based church camp for all children entering 3rd through 6th grade, filled with worship, song, and outdoor adventure. Open to kids from all faith backgrounds.

Contact

Church Office

Youth

Jr. High and Senior High students growing in faith together.

Students laughing together at a youth event

Rooted

Wednesdays · 6:00 PM · School Year
A midweek worship experience for Jr. High and Senior High students — worship music, different speakers, games, and small groups built for real conversation.
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Led by

Duffy Schulthise

Youth Ministry Director

Unplugged

Wednesdays · Summer Outdoors at the Church
Rooted's summer cousin. During the school break, students meet outdoors for fellowship, food, music, and worship under the open sky.
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Led by

Duffy Schulthise

Youth Ministry Director

Sunday Discipleship

Sunday Mornings
Students are encouraged to plug into the ID discipleship opportunities offered each Sunday morning — a chance to dig deeper alongside peers and mentors.
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Led by

Duffy Schulthise

Youth Ministry Director

Camps & Trips

Each Summer
Middle schoolers head to Crossings Camp at Jonathan Creek, Kentucky each June. High schoolers rotate between Passion Camp in Daytona, Florida and hands-on mission opportunities close to home.
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Led by

Duffy Schulthise

Youth Ministry Director

College & Young Adults

Staying connected through every season of early adulthood.

College & Career

An outreach ministry that keeps our church family connected with 18–25 year olds — notes and texts, campus visits, gift baskets during the school year, and summer get-togethers.
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Led by

Duffy Schulthise

Youth Ministry Director

Young Adults

Singles and couples from their mid-20s and up gathering for Bible studies, social outings, and community projects. If you want to connect with others in your season of life, this group is for you.
See current studies
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Led by

Kerragan Englert

Family & Discipleship

Next steps for every household — from marriage nights to family camp.

Disciple Making

Seasonal experiences that help our church family take the next step — Encounter, Marriage Night, Family Camp, and Generations Women's Night among them. Watch the events calendar for what's coming next.
See upcoming events
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Led by

Sierra Schipp

Director of Discipleship

Foster Parent Group

Support, encouragement, and community for families walking the foster care journey together.
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Led by

Sierra Schipp

Director of Discipleship

Small Groups & Bible Studies

Ongoing studies that meet consistently throughout the week — the easiest way to get connected and grow.
Find a group
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Led by

Sierra Schipp

Director of Discipleship

Women

Fellowship, creativity, and service for women of all ages.

Women worshipping together at Generations Women's Night

Women Reaching Women

1st Monday · 6:00 PM Youth Room
A planning team open to any woman with ideas to share — coordinating events that connect women of all ages in the spirit of Christ, including the annual Women's Conference for our entire community.
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Led by

Jen Lusk

Circle of Christian Service

4th Monday · 6:00 PM · Mar–Oct Fellowship Hall
An outreach circle serving the needs of people and families in our community — financial and material support paired with social fellowship and spiritually uplifting programs.
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Led by

Pat Hands

Joe Ann's Stitchery

1st & 3rd Tuesdays · 1:30 PM Room U4
Gather with fellow crafters and women who love to sew for an afternoon of fellowship and creativity.
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Led by

Pat Hands

Art from the Heart

Tuesdays · 10:00 AM Room U4
Express your creativity in a faith-based environment — all skill levels welcome.
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Led by

Gail Clarke

SC3 Breakfast Club

Wednesdays · 8:00 AM Cascade Restaurant, Ferdinand
All women are invited to drop in for good food and even better fellowship to start the day.
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Led by

Kara Greenwood

Men

Brotherhood built around breakfast, softball, and serving.

Two men talking over a meal at a church dinner

Men's Events

Throughout the Year
Outings and events all year long — from the "Spice Up the Spirit" Chili Challenge to the Clergy Cup Co-Ed Golf Scramble.
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Led by

Reid Teaford

Men's Softball Team

Mid-May – August Holland City Park
Men of all ages who enjoy the game are encouraged to sign up for a summer season of softball and camaraderie.
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Led by

Kary Kahle

Men's Breakfast Club

Tuesdays · 8:00 AM New Boston Tavern
Eat breakfast, enjoy fellowship, and start your Tuesday right. All men are welcome to drop in and join the table.
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Led by

David Siegel

Worship

Serving Sunday mornings through music, word, and welcome.

The praise team leading worship on a Sunday morning

Praise Team

Rehearsals Wednesdays · 7:30 PM Worship Center
Musicians and vocalists serving in weekly rotation to lead our congregation in worship, with Wednesday practices and Sunday-morning rehearsals.
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Led by

Jesse Underwood

Director of Worship Ministry

Handbells

Mondays · 5:30 PM Worship Center
"Ringing Music in Worship" — an ensemble of adults and teenagers rehearsing weekly to ring special music during worship. No experience necessary.
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Led by

Allison Taylor

Ushers

Sunday Mornings
Serve on a weekly rotation welcoming worshippers, assisting with seating, and helping services run smoothly.

Led by

Keith Welch & Rick Goffinet

Communion Stewards & Servers

1st Sunday of the Month
Stewards prepare the communion elements in advance of worship, and servers share them with the congregation during the service.
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Led by

Mary Helen Brown

Welcome & Announcements

Sunday Mornings
A rotating team selected weekly to open worship with a warm welcome and share the life of the church.
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Led by

Joseph Seger

Lead Pastor

Hospitality & Connection

First impressions and familiar faces, every single Sunday.

Greeters

Sunday Mornings
Serve on rotation welcoming people at the doors before and after each worship service — often the first smile someone sees at SCCC.
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Led by

Lahna Mulzer

Coffee Makers

Sundays · 7:00 AM
Arrive early to have fresh coffee ready before worship — a small act of hospitality that warms the whole morning.
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Led by

Lahna Mulzer

Connextion Desk

Sunday Mornings Church Foyer
Staff the welcome desk in the foyer before and after worship, helping guests find answers, classes, and next steps.
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Led by

Lahna Mulzer

Note Writers

Weekly Rotation
Write personal welcome notes to visitors after their first Sunday with us — a simple word that tells someone they were seen.
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Led by

Deann Siegel

Courtesy Team

Sunday Mornings
Volunteers stationed in the hallways during worship, ready to help anyone find their way or meet a need.
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Led by

Sierra Schipp

Director of Discipleship

Food & Fellowship

Some of the best ministry happens around a table.

T.G.I.W. Wednesday Meals

Wednesdays · 5:00–6:00 PM · School Year Fellowship Hall
Thank Goodness It's Wednesday! Weekly dinners served before evening programs. Volunteers are needed for prep and serving — love working with children, especially hungry ones? Join us.
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Led by

Rick Goffinet

Kitchen Team

Keep our kitchen humming — assist with the upkeep of the kitchen and its equipment, and help prepare food for TGIW dinners and church events.
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Led by

Rick Goffinet

Nurture Committee

1st Tuesday · 5:00 PM Connextion Room
Food preparation for special events and receptions that offer fellowship and hospitality. If you enjoy cooking for others, consider joining the Nurture team.
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Led by

Melodie Brooks

Prayer & Care

Carrying one another through every season of life.

Three women embracing in prayer

Prayer Team

Quarterly · 1st Monday · 6:00 PM Connection Room
Meets each quarter to pray intentionally over the needs of our church, our community, and one another.

Led by

Catherine Turcotte & Sierra Schipp

First Things First

1st Saturday of the Month Connextion Room
A branch of the prayer team gathering for a short devotion and intentional prayer for the needs of the church in the month ahead. Anyone who desires to join in prayer is welcome.
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Led by

Kara Greenwood

Bereavement Meals

Coordinate and serve meals for families experiencing the loss of a loved one — a covered dish or a helping hand when it matters most.
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Led by

Mary Helen Brown

Mealtrain

Prepare and deliver home-cooked meals to individuals and families in times of need — health recovery, new parenthood, and beyond.
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Led by

Staci Jones

Time Travelers

Tuesdays · 8:30–10:00 AM Connection Room
A dementia and Alzheimer's support group — a supportive community for those navigating life's journey together. We grow strong by sharing stories, challenges, and encouragement. And we pray a lot!
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Led by

Rosie Porambo

Support Teams

The behind-the-scenes hands that make it all happen.

Set Up & Tear Down Team

Facilitates the set up and tear down of tables and chairs for church events, receptions, and dinners on a rotating basis. Many hands make light work.
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Led by

Barry Welch

Visual Arts Team

3–4 Times a Year
Decorates the worship center and foyer for Christmas, Easter, receptions, and ministry celebrations — for anyone who enjoys creating a spiritual environment in our church home.
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Led by

Deann Siegel

Office Angels

As Needs Arise
Cover the office when staff step away — greeting visitors, answering calls, and being the friendly voice of the church during office hours.
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Led by

Tonja Blackgrove

Church Administrator

Outreach & Missions

Loving our neighbors in Santa Claus, Indiana and around the world.

Volunteers packing meals at a Feed My Starving Children event

Nursing Home Communion

3rd Thursday · 9:00 AM Scenic Hills, Ferdinand
A monthly communion service at Scenic Hills Nursing Home — one-on-one worship and ministry with elderly residents, for anyone with compassion for this generation.

Contact

Church Office

Sunday Streaming at Scenic Hills

Sunday Mornings Scenic Hills, Ferdinand
A small team facilitates a live stream of our worship service at Scenic Hills each week so residents who wish to attend can worship together.

Contact

Church Office

Serve Through the Year

Some ministries aren't weekly — they come around each year, right on schedule. Here's how our church family serves month by month.

  1. January

    United Caring Shelter

    Sign-ups open for serving breakfast and lunch at the shelter in downtown Evansville — our teams serve the 3rd Sunday of every month, year-round.

  2. February

    Helping Hands

    Volunteers who tackle handyman work and repairs for those physically unable to do it themselves. Stop by the information table to get involved.

    Bags of Blessings

    Shelf-stable food sent home each weekend with children in need, distributed through North Spencer School District schools.

  3. March

    Mission Trips

    Foreign and domestic mission trips are introduced — sometimes serving right here in our own region.

    Shopping Cart Ministry

    Canned and dried food staples collected for the North Spencer Community Action Center to distribute to families in need.

    Community Table

    Volunteers serve an evening meal at the Micah Center in Dale on Thursday evenings, rotating quarterly. Open to anyone who needs a good warm meal.

  4. April

    Helping Hands Work Weekend

    A hands-on work weekend at the Historic Santa Claus Campground.

  5. May

    Shine On Project

    Serving our local community through hands-on projects like trash pickup on the Santa Claus trails and parks.

  6. June

    Bags of Blessings

    Summer promotion and sign-ups continue for weekend food bags.

  7. July

    Elementary Camp

    Our faith-based church camp for kids entering 3rd–6th grade at the Historic Santa Claus Campground — open to children from all faith communities.

  8. August

    Feed My Starving Children Kickoff

    Church and community volunteers pack meals for children and families in impoverished countries, delivered by in-country partners who ensure the food arrives where it's needed.

  9. September

    FMSC Promotions

    Meal-packing promotion continues ahead of the packing event.

    Community Table

    The quarterly rotation of Thursday-evening meals at the Micah Center returns.

  10. October

    Operation Christmas Child Kickoff

    Fill a shoebox with toys and fun items to share the Good News of Jesus with a boy or girl in need around the world.

  11. November

    Angel Tree Kickoff

    In partnership with the North Spencer Community Action Center, providing Christmas gifts of clothing for children from low-income families in the North Spencer area.

    Community Table Thanksgiving

    A Thanksgiving dinner served for the Dale community.

  12. December

    Breakfast With Santa

    A Saturday-morning pancake breakfast at the Historic Santa Claus Campground during the Festival of Lights — proceeds benefit the North Spencer Community Action Center Food Bank.

    Shine On at the Parade

    Complimentary hot chocolate handed out during the town of Santa Claus Christmas parade.

Not Sure Where You Fit?

Tell us a little about yourself and we'll help you find a ministry that matches your gifts, your schedule, and your season of life. The church office can connect you with any of the leaders above.

Contact Us (812) 937-2938