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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 prayer offered, 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

A place for every child, from the nursery through 6th grade, to grow in their faith, have fun, and come to know Jesus and one another better.

Explore Children's Ministry

Led by

Jenna Souders

Director of Children's Ministry

Junior Rangers & Rangers

Weekly

Wednesday-night programs for kindergarten through 6th grade. Junior Rangers (K–2nd) explore God's beautiful world and His love through story, song, and activities. Rangers (3rd–6th) learn about a life lived in Jesus' love alongside life skills like cooking, tools, painting, American Sign Language, Braille, Spanish, and puppets.

Led by

Jenna Souders

Director of Children's Ministry

Elementary Camp

Each Summer Historic Santa Claus Campground

A faith-based church camp for all children entering 3rd through 6th grade.

Contact

Church Office

Youth

7th grade through college — community, laughter, and walking with Jesus.

Rooted

Weekly · School Year

A midweek worship experience for Jr. High and Senior High students — worship music, different speakers, games, and small groups.

Led by

Duffy Schulthise

Youth Ministry Director

Unplugged

Summer Break

Rooted's summer cousin. During the break from school, students meet outdoors for fellowship, food, music, and worship.

Led by

Duffy Schulthise

Youth Ministry Director

Camps & Trips

Each Summer

Middle schoolers head to Crossings Camp at Jonathan Creek, Kentucky. High schoolers go to Passion Camp in Daytona, Florida every other summer, with mission opportunities close to home in the years between.

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 through texts, cards, campus visits, and summer get-togethers.

Led by

Denise Hodson

Young Adults

Singles, married couples, and young families from their mid-20s and up, gathering for Bible studies, social outings, and community projects.

See current studies

Led by

Kerragan Englert

Family & Discipleship

Spaces where every person can take their next step in following Jesus.

Intentional Discipleship

Bible, book, video, and topical studies offered on Sunday mornings and throughout the week.

See current studies

Led by

Sierra Whitehead

Director of Discipleship

Small Groups

Spiritual growth happens best in community. Groups of no more than 12 people meet regularly in homes to grow in their faith and their relationship with Christ.

Find a group

Led by

Sierra Whitehead

Director of Discipleship

Family Camp

Each Summer Historic Santa Claus Campground

A weekend of rest, fun, and fellowship as families grow closer to Christ and to other families from church. Bring a camper or RV, or stay in the campground's dorms and lodging.

Led by

Sierra Whitehead

Director of Discipleship

Encounter

Monthly · Summer Historic Santa Claus Campground

Ecumenical worship and prayer services in the Tabernacle, with a witness speaker and inspiring music.

Led by

Sierra Whitehead

Director of Discipleship

Women

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

Women Reaching Women

Women who plan and coordinate activities and events so women of all ages can connect with one another in the spirit of Christ — including an annual Women's Conference, an outreach to women across our entire community.

Led by

Jen Lusk

Circle of Christian Service

A circle of women serving the needs of people and families in our community, often through financial or material support, with gatherings built around social fellowship and spiritually uplifting programs.

Led by

Pat Hands

SC3 Breakfast Club

Weekly

All women are invited to join in for good food and fellowship.

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 — like the "Spice Up the Spirit" Chili Challenge, the Clergy Cup Co-Ed Golf Scramble, and the Brisket Challenge.

Contact

Church Office

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.

Led by

Kary Kahle

Men's Breakfast Club

Weekly New Boston Tavern

Eat breakfast and enjoy fellowship. All men are welcome to drop in and join the table.

Led by

David Siegel

Worship

Serving Sunday mornings through music and welcome.

Praise Team

Musicians and vocalists who lead our congregation in worship and connection on Sunday mornings.

Led by

Jesse Underwood

Director of Worship Ministry

Handbells

Weekly

"Ringing Music in Worship" — an ensemble of all ages that rehearses selections to ring as special music during worship. No experience necessary.

Led by

Allison Taylor

Ushers

Direct guests and members throughout the worship service and oversee attendance.

Led by

Keith Welch

Hospitality & Connection

First impressions and familiar faces, every single Sunday.

Greeters

Church Foyer

Welcome people as they arrive for worship, before and after each service — often the first smile someone sees at SCCC.

Led by

Lahna Mulzer

Coffee Ministry

Keep the coffee flowing every Sunday — a small act of hospitality that warms the whole morning.

Led by

Lahna Mulzer

Connextion Desk

Church Narthex

Answer questions and help guide anyone interested in getting involved at church.

Led by

Lahna Mulzer

Courtesy Team

Team members stationed upstairs and on the main floor during worship and T.G.I.W., directing people, answering questions, and offering support wherever it's needed.

Led by

Sierra Whitehead

Director of Discipleship

Food & Fellowship

Some of the best ministry happens around a table.

T.G.I.W. Wednesday Meals

Weekly Fellowship Hall

Thank Goodness It's Wednesday! Dinners for children of all ages. Volunteers are needed for prep and serving — love working with children, especially hungry ones? Join us.

Led by

Rick Goffinet

Kitchen

Our kitchen manager oversees the scheduling and use of the kitchen, which is available to every ministry in coordination with the manager.

Led by

Rick Goffinet

Nurture Committee

Food preparation for special events and receptions that offer fellowship and hospitality. If you enjoy cooking, consider joining the Nurture team.

Led by

Melodie Brooks

Prayer & Care

Carrying one another through every season of life.

Prayer Team

Actively prays over the concerns shared by our church family — covering the church, our community, the church building, our events, and our staff in prayer.

Led by

Kara Greenwood

Community Prayer

Monthly Sanctuary

A prayer service open to anyone in the church or community.

Led by

Kara Greenwood

Funeral Meals

Coordinate and serve meals for families who have lost a loved one — a covered dish or a helping hand at the meal following the funeral or memorial service.

Led by

Mary Helen Brown

Mealtrain

Prepare and deliver meals to individuals and families in a time of need.

Led by

Staci Jones

Time Travelers

A dementia and Alzheimer's support community for those navigating life's journey together — sharing stories, encouragement, prayer, challenges, successes, ideas, and information.

Led by

Rosie Porambo

Support Teams

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

Set Up & Tear Down Team

Sets up and tears down tables and chairs for church events, receptions, and dinners. Many hands make light work.

Led by

Barry Welch

Visual Arts Team

Decorates the worship center and foyer for Christmas and Easter, plus receptions, ministry celebrations, and much more — for anyone who enjoys creating a spiritual environment in our church home.

Led by

Deann Siegel

Office Angels

Support our office staff by covering the office when staff need to be elsewhere and helping with extra tasks as they come up.

Led by

Tonja Blackgrove

Church Administrator

Tech Team

Serves every technology need in the building — office and classroom technology, plus worship sound, presentation, and video.

Contact

Church Office

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

Monthly Scenic Hills, Ferdinand

A communion service at Scenic Hills Nursing Home, for anyone with compassion for ministering to elderly residents in a worship setting.

Contact

Church Office

Sunday Streaming at Scenic Hills

Weekly Scenic Hills, Ferdinand

A small team streams our worship service at Scenic Hills so residents who wish to attend can watch together.

Contact

Church Office

Blood Drives

4–5 Times a Year

We host Red Cross blood drives in our church building. Donors sign up online through the Red Cross, and our volunteers help check them in.

Led by

Ashley Stidham

Serve Ministries

Local, regional, and international opportunities to serve in outreach and missions, coordinated by Andrea Emerson.

Bags of Blessings

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

Led by

DeNae Mulzer

Helping Hands

Prayer, handyman work, and repairs for those who need help. Request forms are on the bulletin board in the church foyer.

Led by

Randy Fischer

Community Table

Micah Center, Dale

A good warm meal and fellowship for anyone in the Dale community who needs one, served by volunteers from our church family.

Led by

Laura James

Angel Tree

Christmas Season

With the North Spencer Community Action Center, we give Christmas clothing to children from low-income families. Pick a paper angel from the tree, buy and wrap the clothing, and return the gift under the tree.

Led by

Cathy Young

Breakfast with Santa

Christmas Season Historic Santa Claus Campground

A pancake breakfast during the Festival of Lights in Santa Claus, and Santa is always there for pictures! Proceeds go to the North Spencer Community Action Center Food Bank.

Led by

Joni Fischer

United Caring Services

Monthly Evansville

We prepare and serve breakfast and lunch at United Caring Services, a shelter for people experiencing homelessness.

Led by

Sharon Fischer

Kentucky Mountain Mission

A faith-based mission serving the mountains of southeastern Kentucky. Drop off used clothing and household items in the church barn storage area, and the mission truck picks them up each quarter.

Contact

Church Office

Domestic Mission Trips

Our mission team serves across our region and beyond — Kentucky, Louisiana, North Carolina, and more — and responds to areas hit by natural disasters.

Led by

Randy Fischer & Andrea Emerson

International Mission Trips

Our mission team has served in Jamaica, Honduras, Belize, Northern Ireland, and Cuba.

Led by

Randy Fischer & Joseph Seger

Feed My Starving Children

Church and community volunteers pack meals for children and families in impoverished countries, delivered by in-country partners who make sure the food reaches those who need it.

Led by

Greg Hemmer

Operation Christmas Child

Fill a shoebox to share the Good News of Jesus with a boy or girl in need around the world — what may be their first gift ever.

Led by

Kara Greenwood

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.