| Deacons | Deaconess |
|---|---|
| Bro. D. Hausey | Sis C. Hausey |
| Bro. H. Segue | Sis. K. Segue |
| Bro. C. Harper | Sis. V. Harper |
| Bro. S. Jones | Sis. M. Jones |
| Bro. T. E. Harper Jr. | Sis. C. Harper |
| Bro. M. Williams | Sis. G. Williams |
| Bro. R. Turner |
Mission Statement: As extended arms of the Pastor, we minister to the congregation as his representatives in matters that will further the growth of the individual member and the corporate body. It is our responsibility to attend to the needs of the members of the church, as related to the spiritual and the temporal needs that may arise. As Deacons, we are passionate in developing a more Christ-like congregation and are committed to the standard of ministry proclaimed by the written and preached Word of God.
Vision Statement: Serving as extended arms of the Ministry of the Pastor.
Ministry Description: The Deacon’s Ministry is overseen by one co-chairmen and one vice-chairman, while other areas of ministry are assigned a personal Deacon to oversee them. This includes (but not limited to): Visiting the sick & shut-in; overseeing the benevolent needs of the congregation; caring for the church’s building and grounds; supervising transportation needs of the congregation; assist in preparing candidates for Baptism; overseeing the security and liaison to the Core Ministries per the direction of the Pastor.
The mission of the Deaconess Ministry is to meet the needs of the New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church, under the spiritual guidance of its Pastor and the Deacons by promoting the spiritual growth in the church.
1 Timothy 8:11 – “Even so must their wives be grave, not slanders, sober, faithful in all things.”
The purpose of the Deaconess Ministry is to care for and assist the needs of the overall congregation. Wherever there are sick and shut-in members as well as members in need of prayer, the Deaconess Ministry will be there to help. They will be in contact with all sick members and monitor the prayer list to ensure that members are not alone. They are responsible for the preparation and setting up of Holy Communion on the first Sunday of each month. The Deaconess should instruct all female baptismal candidates as to what they are suppose to wear,
Deaconess should possess the following qualities:
1. She must be a follower of Christ also Christ-like, so much that her life will be outstanding and praised by all whom she comes in contact with.
2. She should be a serious minded person, well balanced and one who knows the value of spiritual things, she should be grave, not slanderers, temperate and faithful in all things.
3. She must be familiar with all of the church laws and the doctrines of the church. She should also know the policies and practices of the church so that all of the officers can work in peace and harmony.
4. She should not be a slanderer or given to gossip, she should take part in all of the total program of the church.
5. She should support the Pastor and the vision of the ministry.