What Ministries and Groups Does Harvest Ridge Covenant Church Offer?
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Harvest Ridge Covenant Church in Shawnee, Kansas, organizes its ministries into four broad areas: children and youth, adults, community partnerships, and getting connected. If you are considering a visit or looking for a specific group, the list below shows what exists by age and life stage, so you can identify the right entry point before you go. The church describes itself as a multigenerational community, and its Sunday worship service meets at 10:15am.
Children and Youth Ministries
Programs are grouped by age, from nursery through high school:
| Ministry | Age or Grade |
|---|---|
| Nursery Ministry | Youngest children |
| Children's Ministry | Children beyond nursery age |
| Vacation Bible School | Seasonal children's program |
| Confirmation | 6th–8th grade |
| RSM | 6th–12th grade |
The Confirmation and RSM entries overlap in middle school grades, so families with a 6th–8th grader may want to ask which program fits their child. Contact the church office for current schedules and registration details.
Adult Ministries and Groups
Adults have several ways to plug in:
- Adult Sunday School — a study-based group for adults
- Men's Ministry Groups
- Women's Ministry Groups
- Young Adult Ministry
The site also lists "Groups" and "Harvest Ridge Together" as general connection points, which suggests small-group or community settings beyond the age-specific ministries. If you are new, these are the most likely places to start building relationships.
Partnerships and Community Outreach
Harvest Ridge lists several partnerships that extend beyond its own congregation:
- Alcoholics Anonymous — a recovery group meeting in partnership with the church
- Covenant Kids – Congo — a mission partnership
- True Light Ministries — a ministry partner
- Siloe Covenant Church — a partner congregation
These reflect the church's stated value of "living on mission" and being a blessing in the world.
How to Get Connected
Newcomers can take a next step through the Online Connections Form listed under "Get Connected." The site also points to a Harvest Ridge Together group and an HRCC Family Directory for those already involved. For questions about any ministry, the church lists a phone number (913.441.5500) and email ([email protected]), along with its address at 22015 Midland Dr., Shawnee, KS 66226.
A Practical Way to Decide
If you are choosing where to start, match your situation to the list: families with young children have nursery and children's ministry on Sunday; middle and high schoolers have Confirmation and RSM; adults can try Sunday School or a men's, women's, or young adult group. Before attending a specific group, confirm meeting times and any registration steps with the church office, since the welcome page lists ministries but not their individual schedules.