DEACONS MINISTRY

The Deacon is one of the two scriptural, ordained officers of the church. The deacon ministry is responsible for ministering to the needs of church members and offering support to the pastor, according to Acts 6:1-8 and I Timothy 3:1-8.

Duties

Assist the Pastor in implementing his vision and programs;
Serve as assistants to, and armor bearers for, the Pastor;
Assist in the worship, prayer, baptismal and communion services;
Visit the bereaved, the sick and the shut-in, providing spiritual and physical support;
Provide for the supply of the pulpit in the absence or illness of the Pastor;
Train persons applying for membership and assist them in assimilating into the church family;

Chairman

Robert B. Greene

Meetings

First Monday of each month, except July

Scripture

“And let us consider and give attention, continuous care to watching over one another, studying how we may stir up (stimulate and incite) to love and helpful deeds and noble activities”. — Hebrews 10:24