OUR MINISTRIES
Acolyte Ministry:
Sis. Rose Robinson
Acolytes are members of the congregation who
help with the worship service. Our acolytes enter the church in
procession at the beginning of the service, carrying banners, candle lighters,
flags, bible, and/or other instruments.
Christian
Education: Rev. Odell Glenn
To develop/provide a comprehensive and unified
program of Christian Education which leads to a knowledge, understanding and
appreciation of the values set forth in the Holy Scriptures, the Christian
Religion, the Christian Church Universal, and the African Methodist Episcopal
Church. New Members and Discipleship training are elements of this
ministry. It shall work diligently to encourage members to implement and
apply these values to their daily living.
Class Leaders
Ministry: Sis. Debra Young
To seek the power of godliness by uniting as
members to pray together, meet together, watch over probationers; report those
who are sick, and collect for the support of the Gospel.
Commission on Public
Relations/Communications: Sis. Jackie O'Neal
To provide all audio and
visual needs for the church to aid in the teaching of God's word; spreading of
God's word; ministering to the sick and shut in by producing tapes of the
pastor's sermons and other church events
Culinary Arts
Ministry: Sis. Rosie Davis and Bro. Ron Elder
To provide food/meals in times of sorrow,
celebration and need. The ministry strives to promote spiritual
fellowship by helping to serve in the Lord's bounty.
Drama Ministry:
Sis. Eunice Jones
To minister to and serve our church and
community by presenting the Gospel of Jesus Christ using Christian art and
drama to enhance and enrich our outreach opportunities.
Evangelism
Ministry: Rev. Gloris McClinton
To encourage and organize for church growth; to
bring salvation and hope to the lost; to assist the Pastor in leading all
people to accept our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ through the guiding power of
the Holy Spirit.
Food Pantry: Sis.
Lee Cunningham and Bro. Robert Cunningham
To warmly greet and
welcome visitors to our church while worshipping and experiencing the presence
of God.
Hospitality
Ministry: Sis. Ava Brumfield and Sis. Kim Gathers
To warmly greet and welcome visitors to our
church while worshipping and experiencing the presence of God.
Lay Organization:
Sis. Thelma Griggs
To stimulate and educate the laity in the total
program of the church by creating opportunities to learn our history, study the
Discipline, teach and practice stewardship, and encourage financial support of
the Church's program.
Liturgical Dance &
Hands of Praise Ministry: Sis. Randy Simpson
To present the gospel through dance, mime, and
flag ministry in a manner that draws unbelievers and prompts Christians to
praise God. The ministry is open to all, regardless of age or gender.
Music Ministry:
Sis. Tryphena Taylor
The music ministry serves two functions:
1) To enhance all aspects of worship and for the preservation of our great
African American religious musical heritage. 2) To present the gospel in
music form in a manner that draws unbelievers and prompts Christians to praise,
listen, examine, accept, serve, evangelize, give and depend on Jesus.
Nehemiah Ministry:
Bro. Leonard Bradley
To properly secure church buildings and parking
areas. To monitor and assist in emergencies that may occur. To
provide safe guidance to members and friends visiting our faith community.
New Life Ministry: Ministerial
Staff
These classes are designed to equip the church
with individuals who know and understand 1) the Bible (Word of God) and 2) the Christian
Faith 3) Reid Chapel and the AME Church. Emphasis will be placed on the
Spiritual Disciplines: Bible Reading, Prayer, Meditation and Fasting.
Children Church and Nursery
Ministry: Sis. Danielle Townsend Scott
Nurses' Ministry: Sis.
Chris Patterson
To provide first aid support for regular church
services and special events, assist with infants and toddlers as needed, and
said families during times of bereavement.
Pulpit Aide
Ministry: Sis. Jean Rembert
To provide the church with appropriate flowers
for Sunday worship service, and other special occasions/seasons. To
properly maintain all plants in the church facilities.
Saturday Academy: Rev.
Odell Glenn and Sis. Robin Cleckley
To provide a faith based environment for our
youth where they are taught the bible, catechism, our heritage, social skills,
respect for self and others.
Saturday Boys Academy: Bro.
Nate Hinton
To provide a faith based environment for young
men ages 7-19 where they are taught about our heritage, social skills, respect
for self and others.
Scholarship Ministry:
Sis. Jean Rembert
To provide scholarships for the high school
seniors entering college and to provide financial assistance to college
students.
Scouting Ministry:
Bro. Ed Brown and Sis. Robin Eaddy
Scouting is much more than the fun of camping,
hiking, selling popcorn. It is about developing strength, faith, and
character in the lives of our young people.
Seminar & Retreat
Ministry: Ministerial Staff
To assist the church and its ministries in our
educational pursuits by planning, developing and implementing workshops,
seminars, retreats, and other training opportunities.
Senior Citizens
Ministry: Bro. Samuel Nesbitt
Our ministry goal is to continue to support our
seniors in their commitment to seek a deeper and closer relationship with the
Lord.
Sons of Allen:
Bro. Ed Brown
To provide a fellowship in which men can enhance
their sense of belonging to the Church, gain understanding and appreciation as
they travel along their Christian journey through prayer and bible study.
Transportation
Ministry: Sis. Bernadette Herbert and Bro. Wayne Sinkler
To enable members and friends of the church, who
are without means of transportation, the ability to ride the church van to
worship service, bible study, and church events.
Women's Missionary
Society: Sis. Tachia Stevenson
To help people grow in the knowledge and
experience of God through continual training, as well as individual and
collective mission work and advocate for human rights.
Young Adult
Ministry: Sis. Danielle Scott
To provide an opportunity/environment for women
between the ages of 18-40 to grow spiritually and utilize their gifts to make a
difference within their local society, church and community.
Young Peoples Department
of the WMS (YPD): Sis. Miranda Broadus
The mission of the YPD is to serve as tool for
the development of healthy Christian leadership skills for youth.