“The Church” is alive and well in our city and the surrounding communities!
Our Motto is: “Promoting Unity to Further the Cause of Christ’s Kingdom”
2025 National Day of Prayer
The Sandusky Area Association of Churches has been actively engaging with the community this month, beginning with the National Day of Prayer on May 1st. Local pastors and community members gathered to seek the God of Hope and be spiritually renewed. Pastor Brian Cuddie led the assembly in singing the hymn “Hear Us, Lord.”
Several pastors and community leaders offered heartfelt prayers throughout the event:
- Pastor Don Rudy delivered a powerful Challenge on Prayer.
- Father Amal Madanu prayed the Lord’s Prayer.
- Pastor Aaron Anderson lifted a prayer for our Nation.
- Amy Roggenbuck prayed on behalf of the Unborn.
- Liam Anderson prayed for the Youth.
- Pastor Mark Garavaglia offered a prayer for the Homeless.
- Rudy Thompson prayed for our Schools.
- Pastor Don Rudy returned to pray for our Soldiers.
- Officer Mike Moore led a prayer for Law Enforcement.
- Chief Brett Lester followed with a Prayer for the City.
- Bishop Bill Anderson prayed for our Churches.
- Pastor David Engle concluded the prayer time with a call for Revival.
The gathering closed with the singing of “God Bless America,” a final prayer from Pastor Mike Smith, and closing remarks by Pastor Brian Cuddie.
National Teacher’s Appreciation Day
It was National Teacher’s Appreciation Day and the Association celebrated the incredible teachers and support staff in our city with a sweet surprise—orange cream lip balms imprinted with a heartfelt message: “Thank you to our amazing Teachers!” Each balm also shared the inspiring verse Proverbs 9:10: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.”
Pastor Brian Cuddie, Rev. Connie Anderson, and Liam Anderson hit the road with excitement, starting at Sandusky Elementary School, then heading to the High School, and finally making their way to the Sanilac ISD. With smiles and gratitude, they handed out 100 lip balms in total—spreading encouragement and appreciation every step of the way!
National Nurses Week and Hospital Week
In a beautiful gesture of gratitude, the Association continued their mission of appreciation by honoring our city’s incredible caregivers during National Nurses Week and Hospital Week. Each caregiver received a soothing vanilla lip balm bearing the heartfelt message: “Thank you to the Caregivers who make our lives better.” Accompanying the gift was the powerful promise from Mark 16:18: “…they will lay hands on the sick and they shall recover.”
Rev. Connie Anderson and Liam Anderson began their meaningful journey at McKenzie Health System, spreading encouragement and thanks. They then visited the dedicated teams at the Medical Care Facility and Stonegate Assisted Living Facility. Altogether, 150 lip balms were distributed—each one a small token of immense appreciation for those who serve with compassion, strength, and healing hands.
2025 PASSOVER SEDER
There were 55 registrations for the 2025 Passover Seder Meal, including 9 individuals who had never celebrated it before. Many returning participants shared that it was their favorite Seder yet.
3rd Annual Women’s Conference “Joy Comes in the Morning”
One hundred and six women attended the 3rd Annual Women’s Conference, ‘Joy Comes in the Morning.’ Fourteen different churches were represented, creating a beautiful spirit of unity. Christine Tanton of Body Metrics Studio blessed attendees with relaxing chair massages, while Mary Kay Director Megan Shaw shared beauty care tips and gifted every participant a lip balm. Here are some snapshots from the conference photo backdrop!
Annual Thumb Festival Courthouse Lawn Service
The Sandusky Area Association of Churches annually leads the city in the Annual Thumb Festival Courthouse Lawn Service. We demonstrate local churches coming together to bring hope, encouragement, and faith to our community in a challenging time for many. Local pastors stand in unity “Promoting Unity for the Cause of Christ’s Kingdom.” They remind people as they pray that God is still God in this unprecedented moment and that He is still working even when you can’t see He’s working. God simply never stops working when His people seek Him.
Live Church Services
Hear the Word of God from the comfort of your home! Find links and times to live streaming services on the Directory Page.
Each Pastor has a unique call, passion, main message and strength to minister to God’s people. They have each laid down their life to love, feed, encourage, and disciple God’s people to become all that God has called them to be.
Each Church has a main message, strength, and contribution to the city. Each Church has different forms of polity or governmental structure: Episcopal (Bishop, Priest), Presbytery (Plurality of Elders), Congregational (assembly, body), and a combination of these. Please be assured that each will provide a place of safety and security and you can be confident that you have found a safe place for your family.
Together as the Association of Churches we express the fullness of Christ and His Kingdom to our community as we bring our unique calls, gifts and talents together.
Just like we have many restaurants in our city, each with their unique style of food preparation, menu, service and accommodations; so it is with our churches. Each have their unique sermons, service and ministries. None the less, each provide the Gospel of Christ which is the Power of God unto Salvation.
Regardless of the local church that you will call home, the Association of Churches provide many community events where we can all come together and be a voice for the Lord in our community. We practice an acronym that still stands today: TEAM – Together Everyone Achieves More.
Don’t try to make it on your own. As you become a part of a local church, you will find a place of safety, encouragement, love, support and a place of fulfillment where you can serve with your gifts and talents for the Lord.
This web site has been designed to showcase each Pastor and Church so you can find a place where you can call home.
We look forward to welcoming you home to the “Family of God”
Bishop Bill Anderson – President
Pastor Kyle Gerrild – Vice-President
Pastor Brian Cuddie – Treasurer
Rev. Denise Noble – Secretary