Lenawee Christian Ministries

Christian family centre - operations, maintenance and upkeep:lcm ministries also include operation of a multipurpose facility which is adjacent to lcs operating under the name "christian family centre" (the centre). The facility was formerly operated by the cfc, a separate nonprofit corporation which was recognized as exempt by the internal revenue service under code section 501(c)(3) and qualified as a public charity under code sections 509(a)(2) and 509(a)(3). Lcm was the controlling member of the cfc until the two corporations merged effective july 1, 2007. Lcm was the surviving corporation in the merger.the centre ministries exist to serve lenawee county, michigan and surrounding communities by providing a world-class choice for physical, social and spiritual wellness with jesus christ being the center. The programs and activities at the centre facility contribute importantly to the achievement of lcm charitable and educational purposes by instructing and training individuals to improve or develop their capabilities and by promoting and benefiting the general health of communities served by lcm ministries. During the current fiscal year, the centre facility offered a number of activities, including racquetball, volleyball, swimming and a wide range of outdoor field games to assist and supplement the educational function and related extracurricular activities of lcs during and after normal school hours. The centre facilities are also available for theater productions and plays, lectures and gymnasium activities. The centre facility offers a wide range of programs, seminars and concerts emphasizing family values and classes on exercise, fitness, and wellness including customized fitness classes for seniors and access to health and wellness education seminars. Other instructional programs have focused on athletics with volleyball and soccer clinics, swimming instruction for all age groups, lifeguard training and aerobics classes. Numerous activities and programs for youth have been sponsored that are instructional in nature with organized athletic activities. The christian family park is located adjacent to lcs. It includes a walking path, nature trail, sand volleyball courts, frisbee golf, four pavilions, a basketball court, charcoal grills, a tot lot playground, and softball and soccer fields. Activities available in the park further the exempt purposes of lcm and lcs.lcm partners with other charitable and educational organizations in the area to co-sponsor programs to expand ministry opportunities and available benefits to the communities it serves as part of its exempt purposes. During the fiscal year, lcm partnered with county national bank to jointly sponsor other sports related programs, including soccer, basketball, and volleyball programs for youth ages 3 through 12.