Christ’s Church Camden
Host: Alison Shores (Camden County Chamber of Commerce)
Guest: Jon McClarnon, Lead Pastor — Christ Church Camden
Episode: 88
Presented by: Chairman’s Circle Sponsors (Georgia’s Own Credit Union, Lockheed, Comcast, Georgia Power Company, Sparklight, Plug Power, St. Marys DDA, TDS Telecom, Ameris Bank)
Episode Summary
Alison sits down with Pastor Jon McClarnon of Christ Church Camden to talk about the church’s mission to help disconnected and unfulfilled people find a full life in Jesus, why the church is intentionally “For Camden,” and how programs like Hope 1312 Closet, Care Portal, Rooted, and message-based groups are helping people connect, grow, and find community—without needing to “have it all together” first.
Key Topics Covered
Christ Church Camden’s mission: lead disconnected and unfulfilled people toward a full life in Jesus (starting now)
Why the church prioritizes local impact: “For Camden”
Pastor Jon’s story: Missouri → North Carolina → Camden County (2018)
Growth + expansion: adding a Thursday night service due to space/parking and future community growth
Building unity with other churches: pastor breakfasts + a “we’re for you” posture
Ministries: kids (infant–5th), middle school Sundays, student nights Wednesdays (“house parties”)
Community support: Hope 1312 Closet + foster care support + practical needs
Care Portal model and the impact: needs shared → people respond → needs met
Discipleship + connection: Rooted (10 weeks), message-based groups, Financial Peace, and more
Encouragement to listeners: show up as you are—no “entrance exam” required
Highlights & Memorable Moments
Alison shares how a ribbon cutting led her and David to attend—then stay.
Pastor Jon explains what “disconnected and unfulfilled” really means (relationships, church, Jesus, purpose).
The church’s local-first value: the community should be better because the church exists.
Honest talk about how hard connection can feel—and how groups are designed to make it easier.
Rooted’s simple pitch: first week dinner + last week dinner (and real relationships in between).
Programs & Resources Mentioned
Christ Church Camden
Sunday services: 8:30 AM / 10:00 AM / 11:30 AM
Planned addition: Thursday Night Service
Kids ministry: Infant → 5th grade (all services)
Middle school: Sunday mornings
Student ministry: Wednesday nights
First Wednesday = big group night
Other Wednesdays = grade-based “house parties”
Preschool (ages 2–4) with a focus on affordability
Rooted small group experience (10 weeks)
Message-based groups (weekly discussion tied to Sunday message)
Financial Peace course (mentioned)
Community Impact
Hope 1312 Closet: immediate essentials for foster families and families in need
Care Portal: connecting real needs with people ready to meet them (multiple churches involved)
Quote-Style Takeaways
“A full life in Jesus can start right here, right now.”
“We’re for Camden—we want the community to be better because the church exists.”
“You don’t have to have it all figured out when you show up.”
📍 Get Connected
If you’re looking for community, purpose, or simply a place to start — Christ Church Camden invites you to come as you are.
🌐 Website: https://www.christchurchcamden.com
📞 Church Office: ((912) 405-8181)
📍 Location: 250 Lake Pointe Dr, Kingsland, GA 31548
⏰ Sunday Services: 8:30 AM | 10:00 AM | 11:30 AM
➕ Coming Soon: Thursday Night Service
Whether you’ve been in church your whole life or haven’t stepped into one in years, you’re welcome here.
👉 Visit the website to learn more, sign up for Rooted, explore small groups, or find the right next step for you and your family.
