CAMBRIA BAPTIST CHURCH STAFF

YOUTH DIRECTOR – Jeremy Harrington

Jeremy is from Hillsdale and is a graduate of Spring Arbor University.  He was married to his wife Amy in 1994 by Pastor Harkey on the campus of Cambria Baptist Church.  Jeremy and Amy began working with teenagers in 1997 under Trent Kirkland who was the youth pastor from 1994-1997.  Jeremy and Amy continued to work with the teenagers here until January of 1999 when Jeremy moved to Pennsylvania to help a church during a transition between youth pastors.  Jeremy and Amy resumed service back at Cambria in 2000 and have been actively involved since they have returned.   Jeremy was asked to join the staff at Cambria part-time in 2005, and accepted a full time position in 2010.

Jeremy and Amy have three children, Chase age 16 a junior, Clayton 14 a freshman, and Carli 12 a sixth grader.

Jeremy believes in a relationship style approach of ministry.  Jeremy believes this is the same style of leadership that Jesus modeled for us during his earthly ministry.  “We want to give students something to come to, a place to feel loved, and a place to learn about God’s unconditional love towards them.  We want them to not only come to church, but also be involved in church.  We want them to be connected in such a way that when they graduate from high school, they will choose to continue to come to church because they are missed when they aren’t here.” Here are some ways of how we use relationships to build our youth ministry.

R.E.L.A.T.I.O.N.S.H.I.P.S.:

Relational approach

“We loved you so much that we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our lives as well, because you had become so dear to us”.  (1 Thessalonians 2:8)

Encouragement

“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing”.  (1 Thessalonians 5:11)

Laughter and Celebration

“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”  (John 10:10)

Acceptance

“My brothers, as believers in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ, don’t show favoritism”.  (James 2:1)

Transparency

“I came to you in weakness and fear, and with much trembling.  My message and my preaching were not with the wise and pervasive words, but with demonstration of the Spirit’s power”.  (1 Corinthians 2:3-4)

Involvement of students

“Now the body is not made up of one part but of many”.  (1 Corinthians 12:14)

Outreach Orientation

“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit”. (Matthew 12:14)

Numerical Growth

“Then  the church throughout Judea, Galilee, and Samaria enjoyed a time of peace.  It was strengthened; and encouraged by the  Holy Spirit; it grew in numbers, living in the fear of the Lord.”  (Acts 9:31)

Spiritual Growth

“Therefore let us leave the elementary teachings about Christ and go on to maturity, not laying the foundation of repentance from acts that lead to death, and of faith in God”.  (Hebrews 6:1)

Holy Atmosphere

“In Him the whole building is joined together and rises to become a holy temple to the Lord”.  (Ephesians 2:21)

Intimate

“Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed.  The prayer of a righteous man is  powerful and effective”.  (James 5:16)

Professional

“A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold”.  (Proverbs 22:1)

Strategic Follow Up

“Be sure to know the condition of your flocks, give careful attention to your  herds”.  (Proverbs 27:33)

 

 

PASTORAL SECRETARY – Chasidy Berlin

Chasidy has lived in Hillsdale County all of her life and is a graduate of Jonesville High School. She is married to Travis Berlin with whom she has three special blessings Laryssa, (15) a Sophomore, Corryn, (8) a Third grader, and T.J., (6) a first grader, all at Jonesville Schools. Chasidy has worked in various administrative assistant positions in area businesses but has recently joined the staff at Cambria Baptist Church as secretary. She has also been active at Cambria in other ministries including AWANA as a Sparkies leader and as Sunday School teacher for 5th grade children.

Chasidy says she feelsl very blessed, to have the opportunity to serve the Lord and by the church family at Cambria Baptist and she believes that this is truly “Your place for friends, family and faith.” “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28

 

CHURCH CUSTORIDAN – Debbie Simmons