Deaconess Ministry
Ministry Purpose:
A Deaconess serves the Lord by performing acts of charity and hospitality and assistance for those in the Church, particularly women, and assisting in the work of visitation and ministry to the sick and needy and others on a case by case basis.
Ministry Scriptures:
Romans 16:1-2 - I commend unto you Phebe our sister, which is a servant of the church which is at Cenchrea: (Read More...)
Romans 16:3 - Greet Priscilla and Aquila my helpers in Christ Jesus:
Romans 16:2 - That ye receive her in the Lord, as becometh saints, and that ye assist her in whatsoever business she hath need of you: for she hath been a succourer of many, and of myself also.
Ministry Duties:
To be totally committed and ready to follow the instructions and leadership of the Pastor
To assist the Deacon Ministry as needed in carrying out their duties
To serve as a role model to young women of the church
The Deaconess provide service to God and to the Pastor as needed. This Ministry’s standing duties include:
1. Preparation of the Lord’s Supper table, including maintaining the linens, inventory of and arranging for the food supplies and glasses and assuring that all things are in order for the Lord’s Supper.
2. Deaconess are on duty during Baptism to prepare the candidates and assist the Pastor and Deacons during the service.
3. Maintain the baptismal wardrobes of the Pastor and candidates
4. Assist the Deacons in worship during the devotion, tithe and offering and invitation periods.
5. Be available during worship to provide assistance as directed by the Pastor.
6. Minister to those of the membership as referred