Deacons Ministry

The Board of Deacons serves the spiritual needs of the congregation, assists the pastor in the administration of the worship services, visits the sick and shut-ins of the church, has charge over the welcoming of new members, training for baptism and presentation of candidates for membership to the church. They are the men and women who are the spiritual leaders among the congregation.

The Deacons:

Chair: Gladys Gray-Lawrence
Vice Chair: Audrey Alston-Pennington
Secretary: Alex Aimette
Treasurer: John Hall
Calvin Hackney
Deborah Smart
Betty Hollis
Brian Rucker
Ernest Churchville

Communion:
Every first Sunday of the month, the Deacons assist the pastor in the ordinance of the Lord’s Supper at the regular worship service. They also serve the Lord’s Supper to the sick and shut in of our church as well as to various long-term care facilities.

Shepherd’s Lists:
Each Deacon is also designated as a shepherd and is responsible for a percentage of the congregation as his or her sheep. Phone calls are made, cards and letters are sent, visits are made, and in general a tone of spiritual nurture exists between the shepherds and their sheep.

Deacons' Fund: Every first Sunday, the Deacons take up an offering that is used to benefit the needy within and without our congregation. Any member in need may contact the board of Deacons to inquire about emergency assistance.

Meetings:
The Board of Deacons meets every 2nd Sunday immediately after the worship service.