Smithtown Gospel Tabernacle

Adult Ministries

Adoption Ministry

The purpose of this ministry is to provide a Christian perspective of adoption as well as spiritual and emotional support through a network of adoptive families. Our desire is to EDUCATE the church about the plight of the orphan and the biblical mandate in James 1:27 to care for the orphan; EQUIP families with the information and resources needed to make the decision to adopt and to help navigate through the adoption process; ENCOURAGE families through the testimonies of adoptive families at SGT and to provide much needed prayer and emotional support; and EVANGELIZE by impacting the world for Christ one child at a time. This ministry meets the second Wednesday of every month. For more information, see www.sgtadoptionministry.org.

Couple's Class

This weekly class taught by Pastor Bichsel, gives insight into how to grow your marriage God's way. The class is fillled with biblical principles, personal experiences, testimonies, and practical applications for every marriage. For more information, see www.sgtmarriages.com.

Current Christian Concerns

Committed to educate, motivate and mobilize the SGT church body, this group makes timely information available to the congregation concerning school, local and national elections and other important issues.

DivorceCare

A support group open to those who are separated or divorced. At weekly meetings, videos focusing on some vital issues are shown, and confidential group discussions follow. For more information, see www.divorcecare.com.

GriefShare

A thirteen-week video/discussion course specifically tailored for those who are mourning the loss of a loved one or any loss in their lives. For more information, see www.griefshare.com.

Marriage Couples Weekend

This annual fall event allows couples a weekend away to be with each other and the Lord. Excellent teachers and fellowship makes this a special weekend for growth in every marriage. For more information, see www.sgtmarriages.com.

Married-For-Life: (MFI)

MFI enables strong marriages to become even stronger, and challenged marriages to explode with purpose! Be a part of the great blessing that God has been pouring out on these Married-For-Life groups. New groups are formed throughout the year. For more information, see www.sgtmarriages.com.

Men's Ministries

Equipping men through Bible study, fellowship, prayer and worship to live victorious Christian lives through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Men's Fellowship, Mondays at 7 p.m. in the Prayer Room.

Men's Retreat, 1st weekend in May at American Keswick, Whiting, NJ

Men's Breakfasts, held 4-6 times a year at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday mornings.

Men's Softball

National Association of Marriage Enhancement: (N.A.M.E.)

Provides a biblical "couple to couple" counseling ministry through training and empowering qualified couples from Smithtown Gospel Tabernacle to counsel other couples as Certified Marriage Specialists. For more information, see www.sgtmarriages.com.

Pre-Covenant Class

Each couple desiring to marry at Smithtown Gospel Tabernacle (or be married by a Pastor from SGT) attends this 13-week video/discussion class. FOCCUS testing and mentoring allows engaged and dating couples to understand God's plan for building a Christ-centered marriage. Open to SGT members and to those not part of the church as well.

Senior Saints

Senior Saints luncheons are held quarterly and feature special music and speakers. Watch the Sunday bulletins for announcements. All Seniors are invited to attend and to bring their friends.

Widowed Support Group

"Comfort one another with the comfort you have received". Widows and widowers are invited to meet on the 3rd Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. for a light breakfast, fellowship, sharing, and a message of encouragement from the Word of God.

Women's Ministries

There are several ministries for women.

Mums (Mothers Uplifting Mothers Spiritually). Meeting from October through May, Tuesdays at 9 a.m. for moms to discuss issues that concern them. Babysitting is provided.

Annual Women's Retreat

Annual Mid-Winter Conference - held annually with a special speaker.

Women's Fellowship:

A 10-week special series held on Monday evenings.

"Women in the Word," Thursday morning Bible-study with Amy Ciofrone.

The Women's Ministry group is also responsible for the preparation of Thanksgiving boxes, Christmas Dinner for the Homeless, Mother's Day specials, fellowship trips, maintenance of the guest apartment, and wherever a special "woman's touch" is needed.

	Transformation Class
	05-19-2012
	Young Adults Coffeehouse and Worship
	05-25-2012
	Ancient Paths II
	05-25-2012
	Ancient Paths II
	05-26-2012
	Showing of "Courageous" Movie
	05-27-2012
	Mums Club
	05-29-2012
	Leadership Meeting
	06-02-2012
	"Courageous" Resolution Signing Ceremony
	06-03-2012
	Mums Brunch
	06-05-2012
	Men's Breakfast
	06-09-2012
	One Accord Singles
	06-15-2012
	Breakfast for Widowed
	06-16-2012
	Young Adults Worship Night
	06-22-2012
	Senior Saints Summer Luncheon
	07-07-2012
	Breakfast for Widowed
	07-21-2012
	Catch the Vision Class
	07-28-2012
	Married for Life Outreach
	08-03-2012
	Breakfast for Widowed
	08-18-2012
	Transformation Class
	08-18-2012
	Young Adults Coffeehouse and Worship
	08-31-2012
	Ancient Paths I
	09-01-2012
	Men's Breakfast
	09-08-2012
	Breakfast for Widowed
	09-15-2012
	Women's Ministries In-House Retreat
	09-22-2012
	Business Meeting
	09-28-2012
	Leadership Meeting
	10-06-2012
	Ancient Paths II
	10-19-2012
	Ancient Paths II
	10-20-2012
	Catch the Vision Class
	10-26-2012
	Men's Breakfast
	11-03-2012
	Breakfast for Widowed
	11-17-2012
	Transformation Class
	11-17-2012
	Senior Saints Christmas Luncheon
	12-01-2012
	Women's Christmas Tea
	12-07-2012

No news listed for this ministry

	Ancient Paths I
	08-30-2012 ~ 09-01-2012
	Married Couples Weekend
	11-09-2012 ~ 11-12-2012

	Women in the Word
	04-19-2012 ~ 05-24-2012
	Women's Fellowship
	09-24-2012 ~ 11-12-2012
	Women in the Word
	10-04-2012 ~ 11-15-2012
	Women in the Word
	11-29-2012 ~ 12-06-2012