The Altar Guild prepares the altar for worship and provides care and maintenance of its sacred articles.
The CAM is committed to establishing a network that will assist in bringing to the forefront issues and concerns that affect the church as well as the schools and business in the neighborhood.
As the worshippers enter the Narthex, members of the Courtesy Guild extend a hand of welcome, pass out worship guides outlining the service and encourage visitors to register. During the worship service, a Courtesy Guild member does a formal recognition of and greeting to all visitors.
The Pastor recommends a select group of women to become members of the Deaconess Board. They are then consecrated by the Bishop to perform sacred duties and ministries.
This ministry provides an invaluable service to members of the congregation who have experienced the loss of a loved one. During their period of bereavement, the members of this ministry provide in–home meals, comfort and host/serve the family meal following internment.
The mission of this group is to create a model for faith-based health care delivery in our city and district. The Commission on Health provides information and resources to meet the needs of our congregation and the neighboring community through seminars, workshops and screenings that deal with the health needs of our people from the cradle to the grave. The group of physicians, nurses, insurance agents, pharmaceutical representatives and other health care professionals also advocate and work to overcome disparities in health delivery, services, and policy.
The Kitchen Ministry consists of Sunday teams that prepare and serve breakfast every Sunday morning immediately following the first worship service except during the month of August.
They are also available to assist and serve meals to bereaved families as well as to persons attending various meetings and organizational functions. Groups and individuals interested in using the kitchen facilities must submit a Request For Space Form at least one month before the event/activity.
This dance troupe consists of two groups. One includes young people ages 6-18 and the other is composed of adults. These groups praise the Lord through dance at church services, church events, and other outside venues. They come together as they praise the Lord in dance.
The Media Ministry skillfully monitors and regulates the sanctuary’s sound system. Members of this ministry are also responsible for recording, duplicating, and distributing CD’s of Sunday worship services and other specially designated events to those persons who wish to purchase them.
The Nehemiah Center provides Christian counseling services that promote spiritual and emotional growth of the church body as well as the community. The purpose of this ministry is to help people manage the distressing problems of life through the integration of spiritual resources.
Men and Women appointed to this ministry provide for the care and welfare of the pastors and guest ministers in order to allow them to be more effective in ministering to members of the congregation.
The Stewardess Board is composed of a dedicated group of Christian women, selected by the Pastor, who serve by preparing the elements of Holy Communion, assisting in the Baptism rite and the receiving of new members into the church.
These drivers provide transportation for members and interested persons who desire to attend services, meetings, conferences and other special events.
The Usher Boards service the needs of the congregation at worship services, receptions, funerals and other church events. The primary duties of ushers, known as the doorkeepers, are to greet worshippers and direct their entry into the sanctuary before and during service, identify available seating, assist in the distribution of service related materials and lift the offerings
The following Usher Boards serve on rotational basis: “Senior Usher Board,” “Richard and Sarah Allen Usher Board,” “Youth Usher Board (8-16 years)”
This ministry, reflecting the care and concern of the Pastor, organizes regular caring and compassionate visits to the sick and homebound members of the church.
“We Care” is a grief and loss ministry. Rooted in faith, supported by the Word and based upon the principles of confidentiality, members of this ministry learn how to “grow” through grief to spiritual and emotional wholeness.