Ministry Groups available in 2011

Are you wanting to find a place to get plugged into? Porter offers many ministries
that will equip you to grow spiritually. Maybe you have a special talent that you
would like to share. The opportunities for service, fellowship and growth can be
found in Porter's vast outreach. Our ministries are designed to reach the surrounding
communities according to God's plan not our own agenda. Come, take part in what
God is doing here and help us share with others.
Life Bible Study
Sundays @ 9:15 A.M. In Life Bible Study you will study the Word of God and grow
in knowledge. Classes are designed to meet your present situation or status, and
you will grow along with others that share in your stage of life.
Spiritual Growth
Life Discipleship
Life Discipleship classes are offered on Sunday nights @ 4:45 & 5:00 P.M., with
a few selected ones on Wednesday (9:00 AM). These classes dive deeper into God's
Word and start, or continue the molding into being more like Christ. If you are
wanting a more passionate walk, see what God has prepared for you.
Discipleship Link
Life Support
For those who need to know they are not alone. These support groups will be offered
throughout the week. Each groups will be led a by a facilitator or facilitators
and will offer helpful information and support from a Biblical perspective. For
a closer look at what is offered go to Life Support.
Children's Ministry
Porter offers a truly rewarding children's ministry for your child. Starting with
preschool through fifth grade there are numerous opportunities for your children
to be taught scripture and have fellowship with others their age. On Wednesdays,
your child can participate in the awesome AWANA program. You don't want to leave
this program out of their learning experience.
Children's Link
Youth Ministry
What can be said about the Youth Program? Check out their site and see what's happening.
During this period of a child's life many struggle with who they are or what they
believe. Don't hesitate, put them where they'll be fed and encouraged. Our exceptional
youth staff will encourage and help your youth discover their value. Want them to
have confidence in who they are in Christ?
Plug into Porter's Youth
College Ministry
If you are a college student looking for answers, stop in on our college department.
We know you are facing challenges each day along with false teaching. Don't be deceived
by the world, know the TRUTH. "THE TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE."
College Connection
Singles Ministry
Want to know more about our singles?
Click Here
Music Ministry
Click Here
to view the Music Ministry page.
IMPACT Ministry
IMPACT is an exciting ministry that began at Porter Memorial Baptist Church in 2000.
Our heart's desire in our church body is to reach the world for Christ. Our focus
and mission is to fulfill the "Great Commission" (Matthew 28:19-20) in our Jerusalem
(Lexington), Judea (Kentucky), Samaria (USA), and the utter most parts of the world.
We are thrilled with what we have seen God do in our church these last 6 years,
we just reached our 10,000 mark in visit attempts.
IMPACT Ministry Link
Missions
Missions is the heartbeat of Porter Memorial Baptist Church, check our Missions
page for more information on upcoming trips.
Missions Link
MOPS (Moms of Pre-Schoolers)
MOPS International, Mothers of Preschoolers, is a non-denominational Christian organization
which exists to encourage, equip and develop every mother of preschoolers to realize
her potential as a woman, mother and leader in the name of Jesus Christ.
MOPS Link
Preschool - Kindergarten Ministry
Two, three and five day Christian based programs for preschoolers and kindergarten
students. Porter offers a multitude of ways for your child to "Grow in Wisdom","
Grow in Stature", and "Grow in Favor with God and Others."
Additional Information
Mother's Day Out Ministry
The objective of this ministry titled "His Kids", is to provide a positive atmosphere
where children can develop mentally, socially, emotionally, physically, and spiritually
through well organized activities. Learning experiences, appropriate for the developmental
age of each group, are provided each day.
Mother's Day Out Link
Women's Ministry
Click Here
to view the Women's Ministry page.
Men's Ministry
Click Here
to view the Men's Ministry site.
Prayer Ministry
Intercessory prayer, Emergency prayer chain, FAITH visitation prayer, Student support
prayer, Sending on missions prayer and praying for special events, are areas waiting
for you to join us in seeking God. Prayer line voice message number is
(859) 272-3441, emergency prayer line at (859) 806-7733. You may also send a prayer
request email to
Prayer@portermemorial.net.
English As a Second Language (ESL)
Our ESL program is dedicated to impacting the international community, through teaching
and outings, with the love of Christ.
ESL Link