Care

Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share with God’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.

Romans 12:9-13

Christ Church Otsego believes in supporting the spiritual needs of members, friends and the community with services to meet special needs and life events. Please contact the church office for more information on these support services, or other needs you may have.

Prayer

We believe in the power of prayer! Please share your prayer request with the staff or congregation and we will gladly pray with you and for you!

Prayer Requests

Your full name and e-mail address are required before we are able to forward your prayer request.

Baptism

Baptism is an expression of God’s love for us. It is an act of obedience to God that symbolizes the cleansing that takes place when our sins are forgiven. At Christ Church we practice infant baptism. It doesn’t matter whether you’re baptized as an infant, a teenager, or an adult, baptism is God’s gift to remind you of his unconditional love in Jesus Christ.

Families or individuals interested in holding a baptism should sign up to attend a one hour Baptism Class where together we will examine baptism and what it means for daily living. This class is intended to help baptism candidates, parents, and sponsors understand their commitments in baptism. Contact the church office to sign up for a class.

Baptism Class:

• Please contact the church office to set up a time to meet with Pastor Greg.

Upcoming Baptism Dates: 

• Sunday, April 28 @ 10 AM
• Sunday, June 9 @ 10 AM
• Sunday, August 4 @ 10 AM – River Baptisms
• Sunday, August 25 @ 10 AM

Wedding

Congratulations on your Engagement!  The Pastors and people of Christ Church Otsego are happy to assist you in planning for your wedding.  If you are not a member, we welcome you into our congregation.   Weddings are scheduled by the Pastors after consultation with the couple. Please contact the church office to begin the process.

Counseling Resources

Christ Church values the emotional and relational health of members and visitors. Please feel free to schedule time with one of our pastors to talk through specific issues. Counseling resources are available for individuals, couples and families. Contact the church office at 763-441-5097 to make an appointment or send a confidential email directly to one of our pastors:

• Pastor Greg Pagh, Senior Pastor
• Pastor Sean Nelson, Pastor of Youth and Families

Christian-based community counseling resources are also available. You may contact:

The Center for Hope and Healing
11070 183rd Circle NW
Elk River, MN 55330
763-633-5111
info@thecenter4hopeandhealing.com

Care Resources

• CANCER CARE MINISTRY

Our Journey of Hope Cancer Care Ministry at Christ Church Otsego provides compassionate and practical support to anyone with a cancer diagnosis and their caregivers.  We understand the impact of cancer, how people react to it, and how God has called us to respond.  Our caring team will walk alongside you every step of the way and help you navigate the cancer journey.  Click here for brochure.

We also offer a monthly Cancer Support Group that meets on the first Thursday of each month at 6:00PM here at CCO.  It is open to anyone who is battling a cancer and wishes to talk about their experiences or challenges with others who understand.

Click here to donate online.  Proceeds are used to purchase needed supplies for cancer patients and their caregivers.

If you or someone you love is in need of support through a cancer journey, or would like to attend our support group, please contact:
Darcy Boyes
Cancer Care Ministry Leader
763-441-5097
darcy@christchurchotsego.org

• THE BLESSING BOX

Our BLESSING BOX is a 24/7 drive-up food shelf.  It is for anyone in the community to use.  The Blessing Box motto is “Take what you need, leave what you can, but above all be blessed”.  The box is located along the driveway of CCO.
The Blessing Box accepts food, hygiene, and pet food products only.  Due to certain hot or cold weather conditions, some food items will not be suitable to place in the box, however items can be brought into the church where you will find donation bins in each of our lobbies.
Donations that are used frequently in the Blessing Box are canned meats such as tuna-salmon-spam-wieners, peanut butter, jelly, cereal, granola bars, canned goods, bread, tortillas, mac n cheese, beverages, pasta, pasta sauce, rice, stuffing, toothpaste, toothbrushes, feminine products, soaps, lotions, diapers, laundry soap, dish soap, and pet food.
You are also welcome to give online, mail, or drop off monetary donations to the Christ Church office and we will do the shopping for you.  

If you have any questions please email Tricia Kallunki.

• MEAL TRAIN

The Meal Train is a group of women who provide meals for families in need.  There are a variety of reasons a family may need help with meals.  Whether it be an illness or injury or the birth of a new baby we can all use a little help once in a while.  If you would like to help with a meal please and/or need of a few meals provided contact Darcy Boyes and she will send you the link and/or help set it up for you.

• THE HOPE CONNECTION: Moving Forward Initiatives (MFI)

MFI groups cover faith, personal ministry, marriage, parenting, career, finances, relationships and more.
Meets Tuesdays at Christ Church Otsego from 6:30-8:30 PM.
The Hope Connection’s website: www.movingforwardwithhope.com
Contact person: Bob Bagne

• CAER (Community Aid Elk River)

Elk River Area Food Shelf Services include food, clothing, household, and limited financial assistance.
Carmen Pouliot, Director
19279 Watson St., Elk River, MN 55330
763-441-1020
www.caerfoodshelf.org
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10 AM – 3 PM
Evenings on Monday and Thursday 6 – 8 PM
Please arrive an hour prior to closing when coming for food.

• CROSS (Christians Reaching Out in Social Service)

Rogers Area Food Shelf services include food, clothing, household, and limited financial assistance.
Char Lake, Director
12915 Weinand Circle, Rogers, MN 55374
763-425-1050
www.crossfoodshelf.org
Monday and Friday 9:30 AM – 4 PM, Wednesday 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Please arrive an hour prior to closing when coming for food.

• HARVEST OUTREACH

A ministry of Rivercenter International Network of Christians is offering free surplus food and household products for families in need.
Alliance Community Church
829 School Street, Elk River, MN 55330
763-635-6035
www.rivercenterinc.com