LEADERSHIP

CHURCH OFFICERS, BOARDS AND AUXILLIARIES

 

Church Secretary-Mrs. Cynthia Smith-Burgess

 

STEWARD BOARD
Chairman Lenzie Johnson 

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The Steward Board is responsible for collecting and managing all finances of the church. This board also checks on those who are sick and shut-in and keeps the Pastor and the congregation informed.

STEWARDESS BOARD
Chairwoman Jessie Edmond 

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The Stewardess Board prepares the altar for communion and funerals and assists the pastor in serving the sacraments to the congregation, the sick and shut-in. They also help the Pastor minister to the needy.  
 

TRUSTEE BOARD
Chairman Clarence Adams

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The Trustee Board is responsible for all aspects of the church’s property and ensures it is safely and properly maintained. 

 

LAY COUNCIL

Chairman Tony Martin Sr.

The Lay Council is responsible for enhancing Christian fellowship and promoting the development of Christian leaders. The Lay Council introduces positive role models, supports activities for young people and encourages community outreach ministries. 
 

MISSIONARY SOCIETY

President Patricia Fulks 

The Missionary Society strives to implement the mission and unity of the church and to make sure the mission and unity is known at home and abroad. The Society encourages cooperation, fellowship, and study of the Bible. They also study the needs of society in order to aid in the development of programs, people, processes, and resources that will enable the Local Church WMS to fulfill its mission.
 

BOARD OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AND FORMATION

Director Thomase Edmond Martin 

The focus of this group is to promote a Christian education program to nurture the membership (children, youth, young adults and adults) through expanded Christ-centered ministries of Church School, Christian Youth Fellowship and Vacation Bible School, creative arts of dance and step team.
 

USHER MINISTRY

President Lawrence James Hartley 

The Usher ministry directs movement throughout the church.  They greet attendees and promote fellowship among churchgoers by providing information and direction.  The Usher Ministry monitors for safety and security and serves as first-responders.
 

SOCIAL CONCERNS

Chairman Steve Cain 

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The charge of the Commission on Social Concern is to identify and disseminate information that threatens the well-being of holistic life as outlined in the Holy Scriptures and the CME Book of Discipline.

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COMMISSION ON MEMBERSHIP AND EVANGELISM

Chairman John Bryant 

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The Evangelism Board enhances the spiritual life of the congregation, through worship services, prayer, visitation, and outreach ministry to share the "Good News" of Jesus Christ!

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MINISTRY TO MEN

President Lenzie Johnson 

The Ministry to Men develops and promotes effective Christian Ministry to minister to the needs and concerns of men in the church and the community.  This ministry also addresses chronic and systemic problems perpetrated upon African American men.

WOMEN’S MINISTRY 
President Kimberly Jones-Johnson

The Women’s Ministry develops and promotes effective Christian Ministry to minister to the needs and concerns of women in the church and the community.  This ministry also addresses chronic and systemic problems perpetrated upon women.

 

MUSIC MINISTRY
John Jurez Leaphart

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The Music Ministry supports the vision and promise of the church.  The Music Ministry seeks to glorify God by employing our gifts and talents through song, thereby setting the atmosphere for the Word of God to come forth.

 

President, Vera Cook, Gospel Choir 

President, Tony Martin Sr., Male Chorus 

Director, Janie Bryant, Children and Youth Choir

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HEALTH MINISTRY 

Lyric Jackson

 

This ministry provides guidance concerning proper nutrition and the benefits of promoting a heathy life style.

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CHILDREN'S MINISTRY

Juwhana Jackson-Holloway, MSW

 

This ministry provides guidance to young children concerning biblical principles, how to navigate the world in a positive manner, and how to make positive choices.

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