Contact & Location for Council of Churches of the Ozarks
Programs & Ministries at Council of Churches of the Ozarks
About Council of Churches of the Ozarks
The Council of Churches of the Ozarks is an ecumenical Christian outreach organization based in Springfield, Missouri, with roots tracing back to 1969 when Rev. Dr. Dorsey Levell and other community leaders united thirteen churches around a vision of compassionate service to vulnerable neighbors. Operating as the Springfield Area Council of Churches before its 1990 expansion, the organization has grown to include over 70 member churches and 6,000 active supporters serving more than 49 counties in Southwest Missouri. Their mission centers on improving quality of life through programs including the area's largest food pantry (Crosslines), emergency shelter services, advocacy, education support, and assistance for seniors and children in foster care. The Council recently moved to a centralized 57,000 square-foot facility to better coordinate their multifaceted outreach and strengthen their capacity to serve those experiencing food insecurity, homelessness, and other hardships across the region.
First-Time Visitor Info for Council of Churches of the Ozarks
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Visitor Tips: The Council operates as a community service and advocacy hub rather than a traditional worship venue; visitors interested in worship are encouraged to connect with one of their 70+ member churches throughout the region.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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