DIACONATE

To assist the Pastor in all efforts to carry out the mandate of Christ for the church. This ministry consists of males and females.

TRUSTEES

To serve as custodians for the titles and properties of the church, to assist in all management, building maintenance, physical properties and financial affairs of the church, to insure that the mission and ministry of the church is properly implemented and executed according to the will of God. Also, serve as business representatives for the body of Christ.

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OPHELIA MOSES MISSIONARY CIRCLE

To demonstrate God’s love through actions by ministering to the mind, body and soul of everyone. Witnessing, testimonies and encouraging people in Christian service.

MOTHER’S

To pray and be supportive of the church ministries, members and Pastor. To demonstrate love, give words of inspiration as we endeavor to keep the unity in the bond of peace.

MUSIC MINISTRY

To render gospel music that glorifies God, edifies the saints, evangelizes the unsaved, and compels others to praise and worship the Lord.

PROGRESSIVE YOUTH

To create a safe and problem free learning environment for all youth that God adds to his church, as well as teach our youth discipline in a God fearing way.

SPIRIT OF HOSPITALITY FELLOWSHIP

To demonstrate the love of Christ in a meaningful tangible way toward all who worship and serve at Berean. Work to promote harmony and pleasantness at every service as a means of winning others to Christ through loving reception.

CULINARY

To coordinate all activity and use of the kitchen for preparing food and serving meals through the facility of the kitchen at Berean.

NURSES

Uniquely designed to provide medical care to the Pastor, Pulpit Associates, the congregation and community.

USHERS

To be a door keeper for the Lord, greet everyone with a smile and direct each person that enters the sanctuary to a seat.

LEADERSHIP

To achieve a harmonious working relationship between the ministries, and facilitate their activities and events.

EVANGELISM

To tell the world the gospel of Jesus Christ.

CALENDAR PLANNING

Collect data of events and activities from each ministry and incorporate into calendar for annual distribution.

BREAD & BETTER

To educate the members of Berean Baptist Church and community, so they will become more knowledgeable of the problems that result from illicit sale and use of drugs and alcohol. The ministry members serve as ambassadors for Christ, by evangelizing and giving themselves to others. The ministry also provides personal, family, group counseling and supportive services to those in need.

BEREAN’S AUDIO & VIDEO

To systematically organize and maintain a Christian bookstore that will educate and enrich the congregation and community.

SISTERS DISCIPLESHIP

To spiritually cultivate biblical principles of faith and discipleship among the female population of Berean.

MEN OF BEREAN (M.O.B.)

To develop strong Christian Men through teaching and preaching the word of God with fellowship and teaching around the principles of Christian manhood.

CHURCH CLERK

To keep accurate records of the church and communicate the announcements and notices to our congregation. Also, assist in Homegoing Services of deceased members.

MEMBER RECEPTION

The role of this ministry is to be available and helpful toward all incoming individuals by intentional personal greetings and introduction. Incoming members are to be greeted by each and every member of M.R.M. with the view of being helpful in some way to the individual. The purpose is not to crowd the person(s) but to warmly assist in whatever way possible.

CARING AND SHARING

To assist members of the congregation with all aspects of personal and spiritual care-giving. Each Administrator, along with their ministry workers, is responsible for the members’ attendance at Prayer, Praise & Study and all regularly scheduled services. The ministry is to promote overall church health so that we are all one body in Christ, working toward the same goal(s).

VAN TRANSPORTATION

To provide transportation for membership to all services and functions of the church.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

To provide development and promotion of assigned ministries of the church, as listed: Berean’s Audio/Video, Church Clerk, Mentoring ministries, Member Reception, Prayer, Praise & Study, Youth, Sunday School, Teacher’s Training Academy & Vacation Bible School.

SUNDAY SCHOOL

To cultivate spiritual growth, unity and Christian development through teaching, training, and preparing our students toward the evangelistic efforts of our church; to encourage our teachers and students to be actively involved and committed to the evangelistic ministry in our church.

PASTORAL STAFF

To perform tasks that support and sustain the five common functions of the church; preach the gospel, worship, educate the members, perform church ministries and glorify God.

BEREAN’S NEWSLETTER

A tool designed to educate and inform the membership about announcements, services and news throughout the church and community. It is distributed inside the church and taken to the sick and recovering members.

CELEBRATION – CHURCH ANNIVERSARY

To bring Glory to God by successfully planning and executing our Church’s Anniversary and Stewardship Revival Services.

CELEBRATION – HOMECOMING

To bring Glory to God by successfully planning and executing the Homecoming Services and Annual Fall Revival Services.

CELEBRATION – PASTOR’S ANNIVERSARY

To bring Glory to God and honor our Pastor by successfully planning and executing the Pastor’s Anniversary Services.