Church Ministries
For the administration of this service not only supplieth the
want of the saints, but is abundant also by
many thanksgivings unto God;
~ 2 Corinthians 9:12
"Diakonos: A noun used 30 times in the new testament identifying a table waiter, a servant of a master, a church leader (as in Deacon). Diakonia: a noun used 34 times in the new testament describing the service of love by those who minister to others. Diakoneo: a verb used 37 times in the new testament meaning to wait tables, serve a master, care for, give another a service of love."1 Ministry, regardless of capacity, means "to serve with love."
At the Historic Motor City Missionary Baptist Church, the following ministries serve the congregation, the community, and visitors alike with the love of Christ Jesus as set forth in the Word of God. Below are a list of ministries currently operating within the Church, and a brief description of how each operates in the Spirit of God.
Adult Choir Ministry
Mother Betty J. Lowe, President
Sing unto God, sing praises to his name: extol
him that rideth upon the heavens by his name JEHOVAH,
and rejoice before him.
- Psalms 68:4
The Choir Ministry glorifies God through music and faithfully spreads the Gospel of Jesus Christ through song. The Choir provides services to the church and community in an effort to bring the unsaved into the arms of safety that is Christ our Lord, through performing the Great Commission, teaching, through song what one must do to obtain salvation and develop and maintain a relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ
Youth Choir Ministry
Parnell Fleming, President
"Sing praises to God, sing praises; sing praises unto
our King, sing praises. For God is the King of all
the earth; sing ye praises wish understanding.
~ Psalms 47:6
The Choir Ministry glorifies God through music and faithfully spreads the Gospel of Jesus Christ through song. The Choir provides services to the church and community in an effort to bring the unsaved into the arms of safety that is Christ our Lord, through performing the Great Commission, teaching, through song what one must do to obtain salvation and develop and maintain a relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ.
Deacon Ministry
Deacon Leon Petty, Chairman
God’s method by which the church of Jesus Christ has moved forward down through the centuries is that God selected a person to be the leader (the pastor) and then gave the leader others (deacons) to serve as support to the leader and as fellow servants to the congregation. It is understood that God has always chosen to give the leadership the vision for the work of the Lord. For a pastor and board to work together for the enlargement of the kingdom of God is a beautiful experience. The Deacons are chosen from among the congregation to "serve the church" in the practical, spiritual, and temporal matters of that body of believers.
Mothers' Board
Mother Jeanette Collins, President
"Who can find a virtuous woman?
for her price is far above rubies."
~ Proverbs 31:10
The Mother's Ministry diligently executes the responsibility or ensuring Christ-like guidance and direction to all the women of the church. It supports the spiritual growth and development of the women of the Church; empowering the women to become actively involved in the activities of the Church; promoting sisterhood among women; providing support to existing ministries; developing ongoing relationships with other women's ministries in the metropolitan area churches The Mothers are faithfully a virtuous example to all women of the Church (Proverbs 31:10-30; Ruth 1:14-18).
Nurse's Ministry
Sister Veanus Holmes-Sellers, President
The Church has always been a sign of hope and healing to persons.
". . . and he sent them out to preach the
Kingdom of God and to heal."
~ Luke 9:2
The Nurses' Ministry carries out the responsibility of providing health education to individuals of all ages, families, groups and he congregation. They are dedicated to working with the Pastor to provide a church based ministry - a ministry to the whole person - body, mind and spirit. They provide development and oversight of the church's health ministry and education program by providing leadership and guidance in the areas of physical fitness, wellness, nutrition and healing. They work in conjnction with other health care professionals and the Pastoral staff in addressing holistic health. This is done by making health screening, education, community resources, counseling and nursing skills accessible to the congregation and community.
Outreach Ministry
Sister Sharon Martin, President
Sister Darenda Hamilton, Vice President
"Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing
them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of
the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things
whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with
you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen."
~ Matthew 28:19-20
It is the ultimate goal of the Outreach Ministry to build the Kingdom of God, one soul at a time, by reaching our community and develop the growth of the church by going into the world to save the lost (Matthew 28:19-20). The Outreach Ministry acknowledges birthdays and anniversaries within the body of the Church, develops teas to evangelize to the lost, assists new members from the induction process through the completion of New members classes, serves as the Voice of Hospitality, and contact the sick and shut-in.
Pastor's Aid
Sister Hazel Davis, President
"Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy
of double honour, especially they who
labour in the word and doctrine."
~ I Timothy 5:17
The Pastor's Aid continually keeps our Pastor lifted before God in prayer (Deuteronomy 25:4). The Pastor's Aid administers blessings upon the Pastor and the 1st Family through leading the church family into special celebrations, such as the Pastor's Anniversary. The Pastor's Aid ministry diligently meets the Pastor's needs and seeks to assist the Pastor in serving the Lord in every possible way (I Timothy 5:17).
Sanctuary Committee
Sister Frances Berry, Chairperson
"Let all things be done decently and in order."
~ I Corinthians 14:40
The primary focus of the Ministry is to ensure everything is done decently and in order. The Sanctuary Committee is a ministry responsible for the aesthetics of the church that will improve the worship through lighting, decoration, props and videos and to promote fund raising events to support the ministry. The Committee is also responsible for the coordination and planning of all Christian holiday activities, including decorations, pictures and videos.
Sunday School
Mother Inez Haynes, Superintendent
Sister Veronica Black, Assistant Superintendent
"Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman
that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly
dividing the word of truth."
~ 2 Timothy 2:15
The Sunday School has a developed and trained staff that creates a learning environment based on the Word of God and His will in creating Disciples of Christ. The Sunday School has established a spiritual foundation based on the doctrine of Jesus Christ. Each member is spiritually committed to teaching and training through the guidance of the Holy Spirit, the doctrine of Jesus Christ and His will. The Ministry is continually developed through teacher training.
Trustee Ministry
Brother Terry Whitfield, Chairman
"Wherefore, brethren, look ye out among you seven men of
honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom we
may appoint over this business."
~Acts 6:3
The Trustee Ministry oversees the finances of the Church. This Ministry ensures that finances are maintained and increased for the adequate operation of the Church. The Trustee Ministry also handles the custodial care of all church funds and property, ensuring it is improved and maintained. The Trustee Ministry also assists the Pastor when needed.
Usher Ministry
Sanquestine Latham, President
"For a day in thy courts is better than a thousand. I had
rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than
to dwell in the tents of wickedness."
~ Psalm :10
The Usher Ministry is the out front minister of the Church. The Ushers serve as the doorkeeper for this branch of Zion. They ensure that everyone entering God's house is warmly received and greeted with a smile; made to feel at home, seat worshipers, receive the offerings, promote order, safety and dignity, assist in the collection of the Tithe, distribute church programs and miscellaneous publications. The Usher Ministry also provides oversight to the Youth Usher Ministry.
Youth Ministry
Sister Joyya Pettus, Director
"Train up a child in the way he should go: and when
he is old, he will not depart from it."
~ Proverbs 22:6
The Youth Ministry oversees and leads the Youth in glorifying God through music, recreation, education, lock-ins, health education, retreats, and service. Providing services to the church and community in efforts to bring the unsaved youth into the arms of safety that is Christ our Lord. They also serve as mentors to the youth through internal and external resources, providing spiritual, emotional, financial and social growth.
1 (Webb, Henry (2001), Deacons Servant Models in the Church, 2ed., pp. 124-125; Nashville, TN, Broadman and Holman. Mentions made in the Green New Testament of the KJV of the Holy Bible)
Building God's Kingdom One Soul At A Time
