Mineral Springs Baptist Church

1030 Bible Lane Vinton, VA 24179 540-890-4465

Gathering the Harvest
as We Grow in Grace

Our Ministries

Preschool

Preschoolers are very important to us. All children up through kindergarten are a part of this ministry, which offers nursery during Sunday School and morning worship services as well as SS classes designed for each age group. Children’s church is provided for all preschoolers through first grade during the 11:00 am worship service. Preschoolers are also a part of Awana. Special activities are held for children throughout the year.
During all these times, committed and caring teachers seek to teach the children important foundational truths about God and His love.

Children's

The children’s ministry at Mineral Springs Baptist is designed to minister to children in grades 1-6th. There are Sunday School classes for each individual grade during the 9:45 Sunday School. The children’s department plans regular activities as well as special summer programs including Vacation Bible School and summer camps.

AWANA

Awana is an action packed ministry for boys and girls from ages 4 through 12 which meets on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm during the school year. AWANA stands for “Approved Workman are not Ashamed” and is based on 2 Timothy 2:15.

Awana uses handbook time, counsel time and game time each evening to teach the way of salvation as well as how one is to live his life for the glory of God.

Youth

The youth ministry at Mineral Springs Baptist Church ministers to teenagers in grades 7-12. Sunday School classes are divided according to age groups. Special trips, activities, retreats, summer camp and mission projects are all a part of what is planned for our youth.

On Sunday Nights at 6:00 PM the teens meet for our Youth C.O.R.E. sessions. These are discipleship nights in which the youth learn leadership skills and take different Bible courses. On Wednesday Nights at 6:30 PM, we meet for Wednesday Night Live which is a time of outreach and worship for our young people. Our desire is to see our youth develop spiritually and socially with a deep commitment to Jesus Christ.

Music

The Music Ministry of Mineral Springs Baptist Church is dynamic and exciting. Numerous opportunities exist to share talents through vocal and instrumental music. Varied types of music from traditional to contemporary are used to meet the different worship styles of those who attend each week.
Our sanctuary choir provides beautiful sounds of praise during our 11:00 am and 6:00 pm worship services. There is also special music (solos, groups, etc.) in all our services.
We also have a Senior Saints Choir which presents a musical usually on the first Sunday in May each year. The entire music ministry, as well as these two choirs, are under the direction of Rev. Bobby Harris.
Music ministry opportunities also exist for our children. Choirs meet at various times throughout the year to work on musicals, specials, etc.

Prayer

The prayer emphasis of our church consists of a Prayer Ministry, prayer partners and prayer meeting each Wednesday evening plus an intercessory prayer time on Wednesday evening. Prayer is the source of strength and blessing for our church.

Discipleship

Special classes are held during Sunday School, Sunday evenings, and even weekdays as the need and opportunity arises. Types of classes offered include among others, Harvest Gatherers (Evangelism Training), Experiencing God, The Mind of Christ, Prayer Life, Parenting, Family Life, Spiritual Gifts, Crisis Care and books of the Bible. Information about upcoming classes are available by calling the church office.
The backbone of our discipleship training is the Bible preaching of our pastors from the pulpit each worship service.

Evangelism

At Mineral Springs we have a deep commitment to fulfilling the commission of Jesus Christ to take the gospel to all the peoples of the world. We believe it is our responsibility to begin first in our own community and then proceed to reach out to the rest of the world. All the ministries of our church are intentionally designed to be evangelistic following the example set by Jesus in His earthly ministry. We are also involved in various aggressive outreach activities for creating opportunities for confronting our neighbors with the gospel. There is constant encouragement for everyone who is a part of this ministry to be a witness by his or her actions and words. In order to effectively accomplish this objective we offer evangelistic training on a regular basis.

Women's

The ladies of the church meet the third Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m. We enjoy fellowship, Bible study, and prayer together. We participate in Sonshine Baskets, a prayer chain, secret sisters, luncheons, and much more. A Bible study is offered once a year. Our aim is to learn to live for Christ and to encourage each other in our spiritual growth.

Men's

The men of the church meet once a month for a prayer breakfast at a local restaurant. After fellowship together around the table there is a time of sharing, devotions, and prayer. The men support the Baptist Mission Centers of Roanoke by receiving an offering at the time each month. The men are anxious and faithful to minister to any needs that come to their attention in the church family or community.

Transportation

Mineral Springs Baptist Church is committed to reaching our community for Jesus Christ. There are many people who will allow their children and youth to attend church but will not bring them. This opportunity helped to birth a transportation ministry of two vans and a bus with a number of dedicated workers who witness and transport folks to Sunday School, Awana Clubs, and youth meetings on Wednesday evenings. If you need transportation or know someone who does, please call the church office.

Senior Saints

God has blessed us with a great Senior Adult Ministry. We call our group “Senior Saints”. During the year we have many activities and trips such as pot-luck lunches, day trips, overnight trips, shopping trips, opportunities to minister in the nursing homes, etc. Our Senior Saints Choir presents a musical/drama during Senior Adult Week.
Senior Adult Week is held in the Spring. During this week, special recognition is given to our senior adults through an overnight trip and day trip. The senior adults participate in the Sunday morning and evening worship services.
Come join us for all the fun and fellowship with our senior adults.

Mineral Springs Baptist Church 1030 Bible Lane Vinton, VA 24179 540-890-4465