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Looking for a place to serve? Star has over 20 ministries for our disciples and friends to serve and participate in. We desire that every disciple be active in at least one ministry!
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Every believer has been gifted by the Holy Spirit with spiritual gifts which empowers them to serve and build up the church. We want you to know yours.
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“Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all.”- Jesus (Mark 9:35)
GROUP TEAM MINISTRIES
Its purpose is to assimilate disciples into the community life of the Church and to care for every disciple of the Star of Bethlehem Baptist Church.
Rising Stars Youth Ministry
Purpose: To develop children and teens of godly character by presenting the word of God in a format that they can understand, as well as meeting the needs of their families.
Meeting Times: Children Church: 2nd Sundays @ 11:00 AM
Gifts: Administration, Encouragement, Faith, Help, Intercession, Leadership, Shepherd
Ministry Leader:
Sis. Sharon Boyd
MIGHTY MEN OF STAR MINISTRY
Purpose: To develop men of godly character by ministering to their specific needs.
Meeting Times: ManCave: 1st Mondays @ 7 PM (hyrbid)
Gifts: Administration, Encouragement, Helps, Leadership, Shepherd
Ministry Leader: Deacon Alan Esters
SENIOR STARS
Purpose: To minister to senior adults by providing them with spiritual, social, and cultural activities that allow them to enjoy their golden years.
Meeting Times: Senior Call: 2nd Tuesday @ Noon (Conference Call)
Gifts: Encouragement, Helps, Leadership, Shepherd
Ministry Leader: Sister Nora Wilkinson
WOMEN OF PURPOSE
Purpose: To develop women of godly character by ministering to their specific needs.
Meeting Times: HER Talk: 1st Mondays @ 7 PM (Hybrid)
LEARNING TEAM MINISTRIES
purpose is to help every member become a better disciple of Christ, by growing in their knowledge, and commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ, as well as discovering their Spiritual Gift(s).
J.W. COFIELD SCHOLARSHIP
Purpose: To support students and families in preparation for and during college. As well as raise funds to give scholarships to students to attend college.
Meeting Times: 2nd Tuesdays @ 6:30 PM
Gifts: Encouragement, Faith, Giving, Knowledge,
Ministry Leader: Sis. Melissa Swinton-Ghafoor
NEW DISCIPLES
Purpose: To assimilate new converts and disciples into Star Church, by equipping them with the tools to become active disciples of Christ and the Church.
Meeting Times: Sundays @ 9:00 AM
Gifts: Encouragement, Administration, Helps, Knowledge, Leadership, Prophesy, Shepherd, Teaching
Ministry Leaders: Deacon Kathie Thomas
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Purpose: To transform disciples of all ages into mature disciples by teaching them the word of God in small group classes.
Meeting Times:
Teachers Tuesdays @ 7 PM
Sunday School: Sun. @ 9:30 AM
Gifts: Administration, Encouragement, Faith, Helps, Knowledge, Leadership, Prophesy, Shepherd, Teaching
Ministry Leaders: Sis. Linda Treadwell
OUTREACH TEAM MINISTRIES
Purpose: To deepen the faith of believers through in-depth study and dialogue on a host of biblical, doctrinal, and theological issues designed for practical application.
Meeting Times: Wed. @ Noon & 7 PM (In person)
Gifts: Encouragement, Faith, Helps, Knowledge, Prophesy, Shepherd, Teaching
Ministry Leader: Pastor Jones
OUTREACH TEAM MINISTRIES
Its purpose is to plan, promote, and oversee all mission and community outreach by meeting needs and sharing the glorious Gospel of Jesus with the marginalized, outcast, needy, and spiritually lost.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Purpose: To assist disciples and friends in the following areas:
Addiction & Recovery | anger & hopelessness | anxiety & depression | criminal justice concerns | family & relationship issues |finance & budgeting | grief & trauma | health & Self Care | Youth Challenges
Office Times: Tuesday - Thursday: 2:00 - 6:00 PM
Gifts:
Ministry Leaders
MANNA FROM HEAVEN (FOOD)
Purpose: To provide meals and food to those wrestling with food insecurity.
Meeting Times: Wed (Twice/month) @ Noon - 1:30 PM & Fridays: Noon - 1:30 PM
Gits: Administration, Evangelism, Giving, Helps, Hospitality, Mercy
Ministry Leaders: Sis. Mary Ward
SOWING SEEDS GARDENING
Purpose: To provide fresh food to disciples and our community.
Meeting Times: Varies
Gits: Administration Giving, Helps,
Ministry Leaders: Minister Pattie Ortiz-Richards
HOMELESS OVERFLOW SHELTER
Purpose: To provide overnight shelter and meals for individuals who are homeless
Meeting Times: February & March (8 PM – 7 AM)
Gifts: Administration, Evangelism, Giving, Helps, Hospitality, Mercy
Ministry Leader: DIT. Sharea Woodley
WORSHIP TEAM MINISTRIES
Its purpose is to create a sacred space where disciples and guests are encouraged and free to worship God in spirit and in truth.
HOSPITALITY (GREETERS & USHERS)
Purpose: To create a hospitable and welcoming atmosphere for disciples and visitors to worship God and hear the preached word.
Serving Times: Sundays at 10:45 AM
Gifts: Encouragement, Helps, Hospitality
Ministry Leader: Sis. Cynthia Hankins
MEDIA
Purpose: To provide a multi-sensory experience for those who attend and view worship in person as well as spread the gospel using various media & and social media platforms.
Meeting Time: Sundays @ 11 AM
Gifts: Administration, Evangelism, Helps, Knowledge,
Ministry Leader: Deacon Gary White
MUSIC
Purpose: To lead the congregation in song and worship to prepare them for the preached word.
Groups: Male Chorus | Fellowship Choir (18 +) | Praise Team
Meeting Times: Thursdays @ Various Times
Gifts: Discernment, Encouragement,
Ministry Leaders: Rev. Randy Cannon (Musical Director),
Deacon Alan Esters (Male Chorus), Sis. Monique Webster (Fellowship Choir), Sis. Valerie Spruill (Praise Team)
PRAISE DANCE
Purpose: To provide members of all ages an opportunity to minister before the lord through dance.
Meeting Times: Sundays after Worship
Gifts: Encouragement,
Ministry Leader: Sis. Lisa Knowles-Berrocal & Sis. Linda Treadwell
SUPPORT TEAM MINISTRIES
Its purpose is to undergird and appropriately manage the mission and ministries of the Star of Bethlehem Baptist Church.
CULINARY ARTS
Purpose: To provide catering services at events and activities on church grounds.
Meeting Times: TBD
Gifts: Helps, Hospitality, Helps,
Ministry Leader: Sis. Debbie Cherry & Sis. Helen Smith
DIACONATE (DEACON & DEACONESS)
Purpose: To assist the Pastor by visiting, praying, and caring for the congregation via their Tribes.
Meeting Times: 3rd Mondays @ 7 PM
Gifts: Discernment, Encouragement, Faith, Helps, Intercession, Knowledge, Leadership, Mercy, Prophesy, Shepherd, Teaching, Wisdom
Ministry Leader: Dea. Harold Brown (Deacons) & Deac. Veronica Davis (Deaconess)
NURSES
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PASTOR'S AIDE
Purpose: To provide additional support and help to the Pastor and the First family.
Meeting Times: 3rd Sundays @ 1:00 PM
Gifts: Encouragement, Giving, Helps, Hospitality, Intercession
Ministry Leader: Sis. Michelle Coffer
PRAYER INTERCESSORS
Purpose: To provide support through praying for the needs of disciples and the community at large.
Meeting Times: Varies
Gifts: Discernment, encouragement, Intercession, Prophesy
Minister Leader: Rev. Tenee A. H. Jones
SECURITY
Purpose: To ensure that members and visitors can worship in a safe space.
Meeting Times: TBD
Gifts: Discernment, Helps, Hospitality
Ministry Leader: Deaconess Lisa Smithwick
TRANSPORTATION
Purpose: To provide members and visitors with transportation to and from Worship, Study, and church activities.
Meeting Times: Sundays (before & after worship)
Gifts: Helps, Mercy,
Ministry Leader: Deacon Alan Esters
TRUSTEE MINISTRY
Purpose: To work in conjunction with the Pastor as stewards of the church’s property and finances.
Meeting Times: 4th Mondays @ 7:00 PM
Gifts: Discernment, Faith, Giving, Helps, Knowledge, Leadership, Wisdom
Ministry Leader: Trustee Thurman Jordan
