These are exciting times for our family, team and army here at Smithtown Gospel Tabernacle. We are a family with one heart, a team with one goal, and an army with one mission. It is our desire to please God, advance His kingdom, help others and grow personally. As you will see when you read through this list, there are over eighty ministries happening here at SGT. Your involvement in these ministries will help you grow personally while helping others to do the same. It is our hope that you will use this resource as a way to discover how you and your family can use the personality, gifts and passions the Lord has given you, not only to receive ministry, but to bless others!

If you would like more information about a ministry, or if you would like to get involved, simply call the church office to find out how to be connected with the leader of that ministry-- it’s that simple!

May the Lord richly bless you as you partner with Him to advance His kingdom, to grow strong in Him and to be of service to others.

Sincerely in Christ,

Gary A. Zarlengo
Senior Pastor

The nursery is provided during Sunday morning services and special events for infants and up to 24 months.  The Nursery is located in the E building.

Children’s Sunday School is available every Sunday (except for the months of July & August) for children ages 3 through grade 6. Children experience wonderful lessons from the Bible on their level in a classroom environment.

• Pre-school (3 -5 years)
• Elementary (1^st – 6^th grade)

The children’s choir, called the Joyful Singers, have the privilege of singing at various activities which include The Glory of Christmas, the annual Missions Convention, Mother’s Day, and Father’s Day.  The choir is available to children ages 5-12.  Registration takes place in the spring and fall.

Kids in Missionsis a 13 week Sunday school class for children in grades 5-7. Children are trained in the area of missions and evangelism and given the opportunity to go on outreaches here on Long Island during the summer months. Registration takes place in January and classes occur from February to June.

Kidz for Christ is a church service just for kids! The program includes praise and worship, offering, Bible lessons, puppets, object lessons, and surprises. Kidz for Christ is for children ages 5 through grade 4 and is available on the first, third and fourth Sundays during the morning worship services.

Wednesday Nite Live, for children ages 4 through grade 4, is available during the summer months on Wednesday evenings beginning at 7:30 pm. The program includes active worship, Bible lessons, object lessons, visits from puppet friends, games, and contests.

Little Praizers was created to provide classes for 2-4 year olds during the morning worship services. Children hear a Bible story, do a craft, or just have fun with others their own age. Classes take place in the E building every Sunday morning.

Middlers takes place on Wednesday evenings from September to June and is available for all kids in grades 2-4 at 7:30 pm. in the Cafeteria. Children enjoy fellowship with their friends and hear Bible lessons which apply to their everyday lives.

The preteens class is available for grades 5-6 on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 pm. The kids have an opportunity to fellowship with their friends, study God’s Word, and enjoy recreation together. This program is available year-round.

Rainbows is an introduction to Royal Rangers and Missionettes for 3-4 olds. Available from September to June on Friday evenings at 7:30 pm in the E building, the children learn Bible lessons, do crafts, and have fun.

The motto of Royal Rangers is “To reach, teach, and keep boys for Christ!” This program is available from September to June on Friday evenings at 7:30 pm for all boys ages 5 and up. Registration takes place in the summer. There is a fee to register your child.

Vacation Bible School takes place the third week of July for children ages 5 through grade 6. From 9 a.m. until 12:15 p.m., the children experience Bible lessons, puppet shows, music, crafts, and recreation with a different theme each summer.

A committee whose members serve as area representatives to the Mission Board for our foreign missionaries.

A committee whose members serve as area representatives to the Mission Board for our home missionaries.

People within the congregation who are gifted to serve in the following areas:

• Communications

•  Missions Convention 

Partnering in prayer with our missionaries.

Planning and executing short term trips to help in areas of missionary work both at home and abroad. 

• Building Teams
• Bridge Classes
• Short-Term Teams

Ethnic groups in areas where the Gospel of Jesus is not known and a church has not been established. Smithtown Gospel Tabernacle has adopted two UPGs (the Bee People and the See People) in order to pray, give, and send missionaries.

Classes which enable believers to share their faith with others in a non-threatening manner, and to develop greater skills in utilizing Scripture.

An exciting opportunity to learn how to share your faith with others.

Connected with the ministry of Prison Fellowship, the focus is to seek the transformation of prisoners and their reconiliation to God, family, and community through the power and truth of Jesus Christ.

This program collects gifts of toys, clothing, and food, and distributes them to families with loved ones who have been incarcerated.

Offering English to Spanish translation of the sermon, available in the second service.

The Life Development Ministry offers spiritual growth for believers through classes and small groups on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings. Classes are designed to provide study and application of Biblical principles thru Bible study and growth-oriented topics that deal with finances, children, Christ in the workplace, knowing what you believe, apologetics, and much more. Classes meet for approximately 13 weeks with fall, winter and spring semesters.

•  ALD Teacher

The Bridge Ministry exists for the purpose of helping newcomers make their way into the family of Smithtown Gospel Tabernacle. You can find them greeting guests at the door, staffing the Welcome Center, and distributing Welcome Packets in the Sanctuary.

Receptionists help direct people and answer questions before and after all services.

Are you relatively new to the Smithtown Gospel Tabernacle family? If so, then join us in the New Friends Class where we will study the Bible together in a warm relational setting. You will also have opportunity to get to know our church better, and learn how you can connect with others here at the Tabernacle in a meaningful way.

The Phone Care Ministry meets on Monday evenings to make important follow-up phone calls to first time guests and others designated by the pastors.

A small group aimed at cultivating spiritual formation that meets on Wednesday evenings in Conference Room 1. Open to everyone but particularly helpful for newcomers wanting to get connected.

The Journey is a comprehensive program designed to inspire participants to connect with the church and one another, to pursue genuine discipleship, and to discover his or her unique ministry giftedness and find a place of service and ministry.

The Discipleship Certification Program (DCP) is an intentional approach to discipleship that is academically sound and relationally oriented. The Certificate of Discipleship will be awarded upon completion of the designated classroom requirements, satisfactory participation in The Journey, as well as involvement in extracurricular training and ministry opportunities.

The mission of SGT Adoption & Orphan Care Ministry is to provide Christ-centered support for families that have adopted, are in the process of adopting, or are considering adoption. It provides a forum where adoption issues can be openly discussed, and offers practical resources, information, and workshops to increase awareness and understanding of the adoption process and experience from a Christian perspective.

These weekends are designed to bring healing through prayer and teaching. Based on Jeremiah 6:16 this is a weekend that will release you into a new understanding of your identity in Christ. Find more information at www.familyfi.org.

A time to grow in the vision that God has given each one for their relationship. Topics are biblical with practical application. Held in the Fellowship Center every Sunday during Life Development.

Crown Financial Ministry is a Christ-centered, Bible-based ministry with a vision to see the followers of Christ in every nation faithfully live by God’s financial principles in every area of their lives. It seeks to equip people worldwide to learn, apply, and teach God’s financial principles so they may know Christ more intimately, be free to serve Him, and help fund the Great Commission. Find more information at www.crown.org.

Responsible for decorating the sanctuary, arranging and watering flowers, plants, etc.

Divorce recovery ministry aimed at healing and reflecting on God’s purpose in your life. This biblically-based, 12-week, video/discussion program meets on Wednesday evenings in the fall and spring.

A 13-week video/discussion program designed to help people recover from the deep hurt that comes with the loss of a loved one.

Equipping couples to make their homes powerful lighthouses in their neighborhoods, reaching out to those around them in the storms of life. The ultimate goal is to have a powerhouse home on every block of every city of every nation throughout the world.

An annual opportunity each November for the married couples of the church to experience a weekend of teaching, healing, and fellowship. Sign up takes place in September.

Provides biblical “couple to couple” counseling for couples both inside and outside the church family. Annual training is held for those interested in becoming Certified Marriage Specialists. Find more information at www.sgtmarriages.org.

Church services at four Long Island Nursing Homes is held on Tuesday and Friday mornings. These weekly services provide an opportunity to touch one life at a time.

Designed for couples who are contemplating the covenant of marriage. This class, with video/discussion, is required for those desiring to be married at Smithtown Gospel Tabernacle.

Gather three times a year for a great afternoon of fellowship. Annual trips to Lancaster, PA to Sight & Sound.

A fellowship of those who have gone through the loss of a spouse. Meets every third Saturday at 10 am for breakfast in the Fellowship Center.

The purpose of the SGT Worship Choir is to use the gift of singing to exalt the Lord and exhort others to do the same. The Worship Choir ministers on most Sundays as well as seasonal productions and other outreaches.

The SGT Worship Orchestra uses the gift of instruments to exalt the Lord and exhort others to do the same. The Worship Orchestra ministers on most Sundays as well as The Glory of Christmas and other worship events.

The children’s choir, called the Joyful Singers, have the privilege of singing at various activities which include The Glory of Christmas, the annual Missions Convention, Mother’s Day, and Father’s Day. The choir is available to children ages 5-12. Registration takes place in the spring and fall.

The Computer/Video team facilitates and enhances the worship dynamic by operating the equipment that provides lyrics, graphics, and video for the worship services.

The purpose of this team is to operate the sound and lighting equipment for all services, productions, and events as well as recording the worship services for distribution to the congregation.

The Media ministry duplicates and makes available the recordings of our worship services. The recordings are also mailed out to people who are confined to their residence as well as those who are incarcerated.

This team uses the gift of drama to enhance seasonal productions as well as other outreaches.

The purpose of this ministry is to design and make costumes for the various productions and outreaches at SGT.

The Props & Backdrops team designs, constructs, decorates, sets-up, and tears-down the various props and backdrops used in the seasonal productions.

Stagehands work with the backstage manager in assisting with scene changes and special effects during the seasonal productions.

Planet Impact is the Youth Ministry of SGT. Each week students in grades 7-12 from over thirty high schools all over Long Island gather together in various settings to discover Jesus and grow in their relationships with Him. Ministries include weekly services, small groups, life-development classes, ministry teams, missions trips, and retreats. The goal is to see teenagers become passionate, fully-devoted, life-long followers of Jesus Christ.

• Power Up 

        Weekly youth service – 7:30-9:15 p.m.

• Prep4Life

        Life Development Class for students between grades 7-12

• Pump You Up Events 

        Fun events designed for fellowship and friendship evangelism

• Planet Invasion Missions Trips

        National and Foreign trips annually

• Power Down Retreats 

        Special times to get away with God

On call Sunday morning during the services for any medical emergency that may arise.

The parking lot ministry is a genuine hospitality ministry. Those who serve in this ministry help to make the best first impression possible, by efficiently helping people find a parking space, extending a warm greeting, and supplying helpful information.

Members of this team help to secure the safety of all who attend services at SGT.

18 – 29 years: The purpose of this ministry is to provide college age and young adults with opportunities grow spiritually, connect relationally and to engage in various mission outreaches. These activities include Life Development classes, activity events which include fellowship, devotions and refreshments and mission trips and local outreach opportunities.

30+ years: The purpose of this ministry is to provide middle age adults the opportunities to build strong friendships, to grow spiritually and to engage in various mission outreaches. This ministry will have regular fellowship gatherings which will include ministry time and refreshments. These singles will also take part in local ministry and mission outreaches.

 Men and women who volunteer on a rotating basis to help seat people, receive the offering, hand out bulletins, etc. These exciting ministries offer a great way to meet people in our congregation and to serve in various ways. The ushers serve on alternating teams and are the men in the burgundy jackets. The usherettes can be seen in service every first Sunday of the month and serve in alternating teams every Sunday.

Crossroads - Bible Study

This Bible based class is for young adults ages 18-22. Utilizing an open forum format, we explore and answer questions facing young adults. Is God really there for me? Why can’t I trust my friends? What type of relationship should I be in? What about my future? Real questions, real answers. Jer: 6:16

The Smithtown Christian School, with Pre-School and Day Care divisions, is a ministry designed to assist and support families in the education of their children. SCS follows the academic guidelines of the NYS Dept. of Education but with a powerful biblical focus. Each member of the staff is a dedicated, born again believer with a distinct calling to this ministry.

• Elementary 
• Secondary 
• Happy Time Pre-School 
• Smithtown Christian Day Care

The bookstore is presently in the process of relocation. Because of this, the bookstore is closed until further notice. However, individual orders can still be placed by calling ext. 131. Thank you for understanding.

This ministry has the goal of keeping church members informed regarding moral and political issues as well as encouraging understanding of the political process so that Christians may be empowered.  Annual events include but are not limited to a voter registration drive, Meet the Candidates Sunday, as well as the March For Life in Washington D.C.

The Helping Hands Ministry assists the Deacons/Deaconesses by meeting the physical needs within our church body. We provide meals and light housekeeping on a short term basis for those who have recently come home from the hospital or have other health-related problems. We also visit shut-ins and widows.

The Men’s Ministry strives to equip men in their spiritual growth. Through the power of the Holy Spirit many past hurts and strongholds are healed and broken. As men forgive, surrender and cleanse their hearts and minds, they become more effective leaders in their homes, churches and communities. We partner and unite with other churches on Long Island through the God-4-Me and Promise Keepers ministries. The leadership team organizes men’s small groups, retreats and breakfasts. Through fellowship and mentoring, the men learn accountability and purpose.

There are many corporate and strategic prayer expressions at SGT. The vision of Smithtown Gospel Tabernacle prayer ministries is to advance God’s kingdom by fully engaging in the purpose, power, and practical expression of prayer.

• Corporate Prayer Meetings

The corporate prayer meetings are exciting times during which believers at SGT come together to seek the Lord and declare His will to be accomplished on earth as it is in heaven. During these meetings there is an openness to the direction and leading of the Holy Spirit. Incorporated in the meetings are times of worship, thanksgiving, petitions, personal ministry and intercession.

• Strategic Prayer/Intercessory Meetings

These are prayer meetings that have a specific focus and are implemented during services and special events. Involvement in these meetings is encouraged only after certain prerequisites are fulfilled.

• Prayer Walking

In this ministry individuals pray while walking in specific geographical areas, asking God to fulfill His purposes for the lives of the people that live in that region and for the community as a whole.

• Evangelism Explosion Prayer

The purpose of this prayer meeting is to pray for the evangelism teams as they are going out to witness, for the unsaved to come to know Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, and for new believers to be encouraged in their faith.

• Missions Prayer Partners

This ministry is a prayer partnership with our missionaries as they serve the Lord on their specific mission field. Prayer is offered daily on behalf of specific missionary partners, their families, and the people groups to whom they minister. There are also corporate prayer meetings scheduled.

• Missions Prayer Points

This prayer ministry enables individuals to pray for our missionaries by making the latest communication from them available, either by e-mail or hard copy. These updates are available each Sunday at both missions counters.

• Short-Term Missions Prayer

In this ministry, ongoing prayer is made for the selection of short term trips and teams. Prayer is made for the teams as they prepare, while they are away, and after their return, and for ongoing fruitfulness from their outreach. There is prayer for future missionaries as well as for our present missionaries. Since home, neighborhood, and workplace are considered mission fields there is active involvement in prayer walks in the community.

• Prayer for Unreached People Groups

This ministry of prayer consists of praying daily and specifically for one or both of the “unreached people groups” (those who have never heard the gospel) which our church has adopted. Prayer calendars provide awareness of specific needs as well as background information. Prayer meetings focused upon the unreached people groups are scheduled throughout the year.

• 265-Need (265-6333) Prayer Request Phone Line

This is a phone line where individuals can call and leave their prayer request. These requests are picked up daily and shared with a group of intercessors who will pray for the specific request.

• 265- Need (265-6333) Intercessors

This prayer ministry is very flexible for those who would like to pray, but are unable to attend a corporate meeting. Prayer intercessors are able to call daily into this phone line to receive and pray for the prayer requests that have been left on the 265-Need phone line.

• Moms-In-Touch International Prayer Meetings

This ministry is a wonderful way for mothers to participate within the community in a weekly one hour prayer meeting specifically to pray for their children, teachers, schools, and administrations. There are prayer groups designated for the different schools in various districts. The prayer time consists of a time of praise, private confession, thanksgiving, and intercession.

• Smithtown Christian School PTF Prayer Meeting

This prayer meeting is a time in which parents, faculty, administration, and School Board members come together to pray. Intercession is made for God’s will to be done in the lives of the students, their families, faculty, administration, and School Board. Also specific needs of the school and upcoming events are covered in prayer.

• Smithtown Christian School Moms-In Touch Prayer Meeting

In this prayer meeting mothers whose children attend SCS meet weekly to pray for their children, the teachers, the school, and the administration. The prayer time consists of praise, private confession, thanksgiving, and intercession. This meeting includes elementary, middle school, and high school levels. Grandmothers are welcomed.

For men aged 16 and older.  Mid-April through late July.  There are teams for each level of competitive play.  Join us for some great fellowship with our church family and other churches in the Christian Charismatic League.  There is a participation fee. 

Women’s Ministries provides opportunities for women to serve, fellowship, and experience solid Biblical teaching through various ongoing ministries as well as special events such as the Fall Seminar and Luncheon, the giving of boxes of food at Thanksgiving, the Christmas Tea, the Christmas dinner for the homeless, the Mid-Winter Conference, the Women’s Retreat at Tuscarora, and the Mother’s Day Brunch.

• Food Pantry

SGT Food Pantry serves the needs of the community by providing food for families who are experiencing difficulties.  Food items are donated by our church family and through the generosity of Long Island Cares and ShopRite Supermarket.  Workers are always needed to help keep the pantry well stocked and available for those in need.

• Little Lambs

Child care is provided for the mothers who are enjoying their time of fellowship and sharing in MUMS. New helpers are always needed.

• MUMS

Mothers Uplifting Mothers Spiritually—meets monthly every other Tuesday during the school year and provides good, solid teaching for stay-at-home mothers with small children. Along with a speaker, there is table sharing, crafts, and special features that are all designed to help mothers cope with various challenges in their daily lives.

• Women In The Word

Weekly Bible study for women who seek to know more of the Word in order to strengthen their walk with Jesus in a very practical way as He renews their minds and principals, and that He may be seen daily in their lives, relationships, and homes. Meets every Thursday during the school year from 9:30-11:30 a.m. in the sanctuary. Child care is provided.

• Women’s Fellowship

An evening Bible Study that meets in the fall on Mondays from 7-9 p.m. A video-driven study with small groups and a workbook, women of all ages have the opportunity to experience the victory of applying the Word of God to their every day situations along with the blessing of fellowship.