The following are our current ministry offerings and opportunities for service:
Ministry Department One
Ministry Department One
Sis. Daphene Baines (290-1590), Superintendent
Community and Follow-Up Evangelism Ministry. This group insures that hovers are performed in primarily the Avondale area aimed at distributing Christian literature, securing contact information for follow-up, and sharing the plan of salvation and prayer as the occasions present themselves. This group follows up on communication forms and sign-in sheets. Sis. Sonya Brady (470-7511) is the manager.
Membership Orientation Ministry. This group teaches the Membership Orientation material to the newer members, manages the “get acquainted sessions” with the Pastor, assist newer members with baptism and first communion affairs, and help them connect with a Growth Group and ministry group. There are Sunday morning classes, audio tracks on the church’s website, and tutoring throughout the year. Sis. Daphene Baines (290-1590) is the manager.
Sunday School Ministries. This group offers devotional studies at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday for young people and adults. Growth Groups are being developed during this period as well. They manage the Black History Readings, Vacation Bible School, Easter Pageant, “Back to School” Give Away, Promotion Day, and Christmas Pageant. This group monitors the church’s involvement with improving the quality of life in Avondale and vicinity. Our church is in partnership with the Avondale Community Council, NAACP, promotion of voter registration and education, Every Child Succeed Program, and more. This group also superintends special projects for the singles, men, women, and seniors (i.e., special teachings, fellowship projects, and outreach efforts). Sis. Daphene Baines (290-1590) is the manager.
Wednesday Growth Group Ministries. This group offers devotional Bible studies on Wednesday at 12:15 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., in a Growth Group style. “Each Reach One” sessions are incorporated into the three Growth Group semesters. There is periodic preaching by faithful associate ministers and quarterly teachings on Baptist doctrine. Pending enough people register, electives may be taught in the evening. The married couples’ projects are coordinated under this group also. Sis. Daphene Baines (290-1590) is the manager.
Training Union Ministry. This group teaches the core course and two workshops to those disciples who are willing to serve as trained discipled servants of the Lord, especially as ministry managers, teachers, and follow-up workers. Periodic classes, tutoring, and individual studies are offered throughout the year. This group also managers the “Curriculum Committee” work. Sis. Daphene Baines (290-1590) is the manager.
Women Ministry. This group manages year-round projects aimed at helping women be disciples of Christ. Special teachings, fellowship projects, and outreach efforts are planned. Sis. Gwen Eakins (221-1061) is the manager.
Senior Ministry. This group manages projects focused on enriching the seniors of our church (esp., 65 year olds and above). The senior luncheon, adopt a senior project, and things of this nature are in view. Deas. Vanessa Walker (771-6371) is the manager.
Ministry Department Two
Ministry Department Two
Sis. LaTonya Dawson (891-2793), Superintendent
Trustee Ministry. This group assists the Pastor with managing the property, business, and financial affairs of the church. Because of the nature of these duties, church agreement is needed to serve in this ministry group. The manager and assistant manager of this group are to serve on the Pastor’s Executive Team. Sis. Ronda Humphrey (266-4428) is the manager.
Pastor’s Love Ministry. This group manages the details related to the Pastor’s anniversary services, birthday gifts, and Christmas gifts. Sis. Margaret Chiles (281-7773) is the manager.
Usher Ministry. This group works at welcoming people to the sanctuary and assists with congregational orderliness. This group also manages the security monitoring and greeters. Sis. Josephine Brownlee (779-5396) is the manager.
Nurses and Health Ministry. This group provides pulpit supplies for the Pastor and other clergy. They assist with medical issues that may take place in the course of a worship service. They coordinate health enrichment projects in the course of the year. They have promoted health related walks/runs, weight monitoring, and walking events. Deas. Vanessa Walker (771-6371) is the manager.
Children Ministry. This group meets Sunday during the 10:45 a.m. worship service, in the chapel. This ministry group offers worship and structured group activities for those under the age of 13 years old. There are also enrichment projects scheduled throughout the year for fun and outreach. Based on cooperation a bi-weekly Wednesday evening enrichment curriculum is taught as well. Sis. Barbara Owens (221-0658) is the representative.
Youth Ministry. This group offers year-round fellowship, study, and service projects for our teenagers. Based on cooperation a bi-weekly Wednesday evening enrichment curriculum is taught as well. Sis. Shauna Murphy (648-0403) is the manager.
Ministry Department Three
Ministry Department Three
Rev. Dan Larkin (484-4285), Superintendent
Mass Choir, Male Chorus, and Angels Choir Ministries. These groups provide godly song service for especially our worship services. The Mass Choir is our primary choir that sings in almost all worship services. The Male Chorus is for men. Rev. Larkin (484-4285) is the manager for the Mass Choir and Male Chorus. The Angels is for children (i.e., ages 12 and under). Sis. Beverly Jackson (376-9178) is the manager.
Media Ministry. This group manages the sound, video, and recording equipment in primarily our worship services and other selected events. They manage the selling of media products (e.g., CDs and DVDs). Sis. Belinda Ballew (631-2179) is the manager.
Van Ministry. This group manages the transporting of members to Sunday School and home after the 10:45 a.m. worship service. They also provide transportation for other trips, as the situation calls for such services. Rev. Dan Larkin (484-4285) is the manager.
Deacon Ministry. This group of ordained Deacons assist the Pastor with modeling discipleship (i.e., study, serve, and give), ministering to troubled members (e.g., hospitalized, bereavement, benevolence, nursing home, homebound, etc.), assisting with worship affairs (e.g., ordinances, devotion, homegoing services, etc.), and giving advice (i.e., the manager and assistant are to be a part of the Pastor’s Executive Committee). Dea. Marcus Jackson (376-9178) is the manager.
Deaconess Ministry. This group of respected trained discipled ladies assist the Pastor with modeling discipleship (i.e., study, serve, and give), ministering to troubled members (e.g., hospitalized, bereavement, nursing home, homebound, etc.), assisting with worship affairs (e.g., ordinances, etc.), managing repasts, and giving informal advice. The “Mothers” are respected aged ladies (i.e., advanced years and exemplary service) who are duty bound to pray for the church, urge the discipleship of the members, and carryout miscellaneous assignments from the Pastor. Sis. Beverly Jackson (376-9178) is the manager.
General Missions. This group ministers to local nursing homes, the homebound, and others who may be in need of prayer and comfort. This group regularly studies the convention’s mission book and fellowships with other mission groups in the city and in the local association. Sis. Margaret Johnson (489-0778) is the manager.
Prison Ministry. This group ministers to local correctional facilities. There is often singing, praying, and the sharing of a Bible based message. There is a rather rigorous screening process for those who actually go into the facilities. Sis. Pam Johnson (861-4722) is the manager.
Other Officers
Treasurer. This position is responsible for insuring that the church’s money is properly deposited, bills are paid appropriately, and reports are generated in a timely fashion. This position serves as a part of the Pastor’s Executive Committee. Sis. Latonya Dawson (891-2793) is the Treasurer.
Church Clerk. This position manages the recording, reading, and filing of especially the church business meeting and cabinet meeting minutes. Sis. Brenda Stewart (481-8576) is the church clerk.
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