Church of Christ - Kirksville, Missouri
Greeting from Elders
Welcome to the Kirksville, Missouri, Church of Christ home page. The church meets at 110 Pfeiffer Ave.(formerly 1302 E. Fillmore) and is the "home-away-from-home" for students at Truman State University and A.T. Still University (formerly the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine). Of course, the church is also the "home away from home" for all Christians sojourning to Heaven. As such, the Kirksville congregation draws people from surrounding communities in northeast Missouri such as Edina, Green Castle, Green City, Greentop, La Plata, Lancaster, Macon, Milan, Novinger, and Unionville.Believing strongly that the church is a family of believers, we seek to grow positively in our relationship with God and each other. Meeting in a college town, the church reflects a diversity of backgrounds that fosters spiritual and intellectual growth. Since denominationalism inherently separates believers, we are a non-denominational church that unites on the authority of the Bible and a love for God and his children.
Three nails pierced Jesus. Will we keep him on the cross or appreciate his sacrifice? Hear the word and remove a nail. Believe the gospel and remove a nail. Like the hardened centurion who stood near the cross, confess that Jesus is the Christ the Son of God and remove a nail. Participating in Jesus' death (Romans 6), die to sin by repenting. Nicodemus and Joseph buried the Lord. Be buried with him through immersion that sins might be washed away. Participating in the resurrection, you will be raised a new creation, having been born-again. Live a faithful Christian life, appreciating the sacrifice, so that you do not crucify the Lord again (Hebrews 6).
As you read further of Christ's influence in our lives and the work of the church, we pray that you will be led to glorify the Father. We invite you to worship with us at your earliest opportunity.
Dan Green, Dean Hansen, Barry Poyner & Ken Saner, elders/pastors
Alan Klein, Corey Salter & Jerry Weichelt, deacons
Service Times
Sunday Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Sun. Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Bible Study 7:00 p.m.
Upcoming Events
Summer Meeting
July 19-30, 2008
"Jesus Is in the Neighborhood"
Personal work training & field experience
Registration form (.doc)
Medical form (.doc)
Location
The church building is located at 110 Pfeiffer Ave. Take Hwy 11E (63 intersects with 11E at HyVee Grocery). We are just east of Leisure World on Pfeiffer.Kirksville is about 30 miles south of the Iowa border. It is approximately a 3 hour drive from St. Louis, Kansas City, and Des Moines. Amtrak is available at LaPlata (15 miles south): we are 6 hours from Chicago by train. Air service is available thru Kansas City onto Kirksville via US Airways.
Classes
April -June 2008 Classes
Teachers
Subject
Sun. a.m. College/Young Adults Corey Salter Hebrews Sun. a.m. Auditorium Class Alan Klein Gospel According to Luke Sun. a.m. Ages 2 - 7 Lisa Weichelt Acts Sun. a.m. Grades 2-6 Ronnie & Peggy Logston Overview of NT Sun. a.m. Teen Class in Fellowship Hall Dean Hansen What We Believe & Why Sun. p.m. Children's Class Alan Klein TBA Sun. p.m. Adult Auditorium Class Dan Green Open Bible Study Role-Playing Wed. p.m. Adult Auditorium Class Barry Poyner Topical: "Kingdom Builders" Wed. p.m. Ages 2 - 7 Lisa Weichelt Review Wed. p.m. Grades 2 - 6 Derek & Jennifer Manchester Miracles of Jesus
Media Ministries
Television Ministry
For years, area churches of Christ supported a radio program with Bill Hensley. In January 2006, with their help and the Lord's, we launched a television ministry, One Another Christianity on Fox's Ottumwa, IA, station, KYOU Channel 15 at 8:00 a.m. on Sundays. The program can be seen on Kirksville Cableone Channel 8 and UHF channels 15 and 34. In 2006 we were on the air half a year; in 2007 all year!
In 2008 guest evangelists join counselor Dan Green on the same channel at same time. Contact us if you have a Bible question, desire a free Bible correspondence course, or need to talk with a spiritual counselor. Click here for the tv ad (pdf format).
Print Ministry
The entire front page of the Kirksville Crier has been contracted atdifferent times to offer Bible studies and BCC courses and to reach out to the Hispanic community. On 3 January 2007 the entire front page launched the 2nd season of our TV ministry: a similar effort is planned in July 2008. 4000 copies of House to House/Heart to Heart were mailed in Aug. 2007 to every student residing on the Truman campus. Copies will also be mailed to area residents in 2008 in preparation for the summer meeting.
Radio Ministry
Listen to KHGN 90.7 FM on Sundays from 4:00-5:00 p.m. This is a 100,000 watt station. Dan Green and Brandi Bloss work together to present the Ekklesia A cappella Hour.
Missions
The congregation has supported international efforts in Bulgaria, Canada, French Missions, Haiti, India, Israel, Tanzania, and the Philippines. World Bible School Correspondence Course ads were placed in Bulgaria and students taught by members. Domestically, the church promotes Christianity through gospel meetings and a Vacation Bible school. VBS 2008 is scheduled for July 28-30, Mon-Wed. in the evening. A Ladies' Inspirational Day, 9:30 a.m. till 2:00 p.m., is held the first Sat. of each May. This year Joanne Howe, formerly a Catholic nun for 19 years, is scheduled to teach on the theme "Sowing Seeds." Joanne is also the author of two books, A Change of Habit and From Nun to Priest. Additional teachers are Stephanie Bratcher and Dawn Dowdy from Lone Jack, a new congregation in the Kansas City area. Cynthia Guy is scheduled to teach May 2, 2009. Every member is urged to be an ambassador and minister for Christ.
College Ministry
A Bible study group meets on the Truman University campus. Known as Ekklesia, the group is chartered by the university and is advised by Professors Barry Poyner, Catherine Poyner, and Professor Emeritus Joe Rhoads.A campus house is maintained at 1405 S. Florence, directly across from the Truman football stadium. Devotionals and other events are being planned there. Dan and Gaylene Green reside at the campus house and can provide transportation for church services. The campus phone is 627-5003. The university recognition permits advantages in scheduling rooms and promoting church events. Click on the Ekklesia website to discover all the activities.
Benevolence
The church takes a proactive approach to benevolence. Members are encouraged to take groceries from the church pantry or freezer to anyone in need and/or new to the community. Care-boxes to the college students, shut-ins, and the needy are distributed at Thanksgiving. Special efforts are made to remember the widows. Contact Deacons Corey Salter and Jerry Weichelt with benevolence requests. Aluminum cans are collected and recycled by members with monies used for benevolence.
Fellowship
Every 1st Sunday of the month, the congregation has a carry-in meal. 5th Wednesday nights are typically devotionals.Singings at the homes of shut-ins or at the nursing homes are common. We are currently scheduled to conduct devotionals at The Arbors every 3rd Sun. We have especially enjoyed hosting talent shows of our members!
Don't be surprised to be asked to a member's home for a meal. Special efforts are made by members to encourage the young people through bowling, skating, and other planned recreation.
Richard Brandow of Christian Family Services has counseled with several individuals and couples of the congregation. Richard is licensed in Missouri and Kansas and has brought classes on dealing with anger, stress, death, addictions, discipline, and building stronger marriages. The elders and evangelists are willing to offer spiritual guidance through a study of the Scriptures.
Dan Green also has a Master's in counseling and would be willing to assist you. Call 1-800-548-7074 for an appointment.
2008 Marriage Retreat and Theme to be Announced
Last year (2007) we lassoed up some partnering skills. Gathered round the chuck wagon, & made some western memories.
History
The Kirksville church traces its history back to 1915 when the church was started in Novinger after a gospel meeting with a Bro. Hogan. Paul G. Hickman of Worthington frequently preached. The church was begun during World War I and relocated (even the building was moved) to Kirksville during World War II.The Fillmore Street property was purchased in Nov. 1941 with Frank Wortham, Albert Peebles, and O.M. Blackorby recorded as trustees. According to the Missouri Mission Messenger, the move to Kirksville was initiated by Frank and Josephine Wortham. Bro. Wortham, an osteopathic medical student, spearheaded the building fund "and principally from the south obtained enough money to begin a modest building program."
In April 1953 the building burned, and the members met at the gym in the Washington School on Harrison Street. The building was rebuilt primarily by the men of the congregation and was available for use in December 1953. The elders of the congregation during this time were O.M. Blackorby and Arthur Gingerich. Cecil Jerome and Leo (Bud) Louder served as deacons. In the late 1980s through the mid-1990s, the church was significantly aided by Evangelist Louis Garbi.
In Nov. 1999 a tract of 3.6 acres was purchased on Pfeiffer Ave., near Hwy. 11. A new meeting house was erected, debt-free, in 2004. The first Sunday service was held Dec. 26, 2004. A sizable storage shed was added in 2005. A gravel overflow parking lot was constructed in fall 2007.
In Nov. 1999 3.6 acres, valued at over $90,000, was purchased on Jamison Street near Highway 11 East and the Fair Grounds to allow the church to meet the growing space needs and to better serve in the next century. The land is located near the schools, recreational center, senior housing, and the proposed Hwy 63 bypass exit. In 2000 the land was completely paid for. Groundbreaking took place in spring 2004. The building was completed in late 2004.
Owned by Barry and Cathy Poyner, Champion Publications seeks to provide discounted religious materials to churches, Christians, and college students. Contact the Poyners at Champion Books if you are interested in purchasing a cappella CDs, songbooks, or works on apologetics.
Books and cds are also offered to students at reduced rates though Ekklesia's Christian Bookshelf at 1405 S. Florence.
To request a catalog, write to Champion Publications, c/o Barry Poyner, 1904 S. Cottage Grove Place, Kirksville, MO 63501 or call toll-free 1-866-665-8133.
Leaders
Kenneth Saner and James Treece were appointed as elders in 1997. Leadership development within the congregation is encouraged through a rotation of teaching, preaching, and songleading. Barry Poyner was appointed as an evangelist in 1998. Barry Poyner and Alan Klein were appointed as deacons in 2000. In 2002, Barry Poyner was appointed to the eldership and is exclusively devoting his energies to that role. In 2003, Corey Salter was appointed as a deacon. In 2005 Dan Green was appointed an evangelist. In Dec. 2006 Dean Hansen and Dan Green were appointed as elders with Jerry Weichelt appointed as a deacon. Dan will continue working with the college ministry as an elder worthy of double honor.
Elders: Poyner, Saner, Green, Hansen (left to right)
Deacons: Weichelt, Salter, Klein (left to right)
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Contact us with your questions or comments.
To leave a message, desire transportation, have a Bible question, seek spiritual counsel, call
660-627-4003 Church Office660-627-5003 Ekklesia House
1-800-548-7074 for a free 8 lesson Bible Correspondence Course
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Email christians@kirksvillechurchofchrist.comChurch of Christ
110 Pfeiffer Ave.
Kirksville, MO 63501
Page last updated 27 April 2008
