Ephesians 4:12 indicates that it is every church member’s role to do the work of ministry for the building up of the body of Christ. So, if you were to ask, “What type of ministries does CRBC have?” We would answer, “We have as many ministries as we have members.”
Our people are involved in a number of activities to serve one another, serve our community, and to reach the world. Below, however, are a few of the main activities that our church life is structured around.
God has promised to work among and within His people through the Word, prayer, the sacraments, and, the lifting up of our voices in praise, meaning that our worship service is central to the work of God in our midst and the ministry of CRBC. Sermons are, typically, preaching verse by verse through a book of the Bible; our songs are chosen for their rich content and our service is full of Scripture readings and prayers.
These “ordinary means” are appointed by God, are empowered by the Holy Spirit, and point us to Christ, all for the good of our souls and to the glory of God.
Before our main service (10:00 AM- 10:45 AM) we all gather for informal discussions centered on a variety of topics. These may be walking through portions of Scripture, discussing systematic theology, or even a walk through a portion of church history. A separate class is held for families for parents who are interested in learning how to better raise their children in the Word (see below).
This class is geared toward parents with their children (of all ages) where we will be learning hymns and catechisms, memorizing Scripture, and discussing everything under the sun – all as a family. Our desire is that this class will encourage and assist parents in raising their children in the Lord.
Immediately following the service each week, our congregation gathers for a potluck lunch and we spend time fellowshipping and playing games (foosball, corn hole, etc.) and the kids can enjoy our playground. Everyone is invited to join us and visitors have often told us that it has been a wonderful way to get to know us and see what church life here at CRBC is like. We also schedule regular times for fellowship and fun so keep an eye on our announcements!
The Lord said that His house should be known as a house of prayer. Every Sunday morning, we gather from 9:30 AM to 10:55 AM and every 1st and 3rd Wednesday we meet from 7:00 PM- 8:00 PM for congregational prayer. Responding to readings from the Word, we pray for our church, for our community, for the work of the gospel around the world and for shared requests from within and outside of our church. If you have a prayer request you would like for us to pray for, please share it via our contact form.
Wednesday evenings are divided up between congregational prayer on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month, and Bible study on the 2nd, 4th and 5th Wednesdays of each month. Our studies are informal and interactive (but rigorous) studies of the Word. We are currently working through the Heidelberg Catechism. We start promptly at 7 PM and finish at 8 PM sharp to be sure that families can get home at a decent hour.
Each week, several small group gatherings take place in homes throughout our area. Typically starting with food and fellowship, the groups discuss the content of Sunday's message by reflecting on a series of questions provided by Pastor Doug that are intended to lead the group into a deeper understanding of the passage and some personal application.
The men gather on the 3rd Saturday of each month for a time of fellowship and encouragement. This takes a number of forms including sitting around a campfire, going to a firing range, etc.
Game night happens every 1st Friday of the month at the church. We gather for a time of fun and relaxation as we hang out and play a variety of games and enjoy pizza with one another.
Titus 2 Fellowship (Friday Mornings)
The Titus 2 Fellowship is a casual Friday morning gathering designed to bring women of all ages and stages of life together for encouragement, shared wisdom, and faithful conversation centered on God’s Word. This group reflects the heart of Titus 2, older and younger women walking alongside one another in the Christian life.
We typically work through books of the Bible, discussing how biblical wisdom shapes our everyday lives as women, wives, mothers, and sisters in Christ. Conversations are practical and grounded in grace. Children are welcome to attend and play nearby while we meet. Fridays | 9:30–11:00 AM
Monthly Women’s Book Club
Our Women’s Book Club meets monthly for thoughtful discussion and fellowship around edifying Christian books that deepen our understanding of God, His Word, and the Christian life. Together, we read works that encourage spiritual growth, discernment, and faithful living. Past selections have included: Let Me Be a Woman by Elisabeth Elliot, The Vanity of Thoughts by Thomas Goodwin, Disciplines of a Godly Woman by Barbara Hughes, Respectable Sins by Jerry Bridges, and The Emotional Life of Our Lord by B.B. Warfield. All women are welcome, whether you’ve finished the book or are simply interested in joining the discussion. 2nd Monday of each month | 7:00–9:00 PM
Men's Book Club
Meeting every 2nd and 4th Saturday at 6 AM via Zoom to discuss readings from selected books. Past selections have included: The Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan, The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis and Crisis of Confidence by Carl Trueman.