Gill Creek Baptist Church
A Place to Be Revived, Restored and Refreshed.
R.E.L.A.T.E. – Reach,
Empower, Love, Accept,
Teach and Excite
Gill Creek Baptist ChurchA Place to Be Revived, Restored and Refreshed.
R.E.L.A.T.E. – Reach,
Empower, Love, Accept,
Teach and Excite
Trustees
should possess one or more of these spiritual gifts: servanthood,
helping, discernment, leadership, administration, and giving. Trustees
have oversight and care of all local church property, buildings, and
equipment to further the mission of the church. This work is done in
consultation with the pastor. Trustees need to engage in spiritual
practices that build attentiveness to God’s will and the overall vision
and direction of the pastor. 1 Corinthians 12:18, Proverbs 16:3, Titus
1:7-9
The Trustee Ministry leader is Christopher Moore/Chairperson, Trustee Charles Greene/Vice Chairperson, Trustee Curtis Bennett, Trustee Charles Berry, Trustee Barbara Harts-Brown, Trustee Inez Bush, Trustee Sharon Grier, Trustee Sandra Hines, Trustee Bobbie Ann Martin, Trustee Josie Primus, Trustee Lenora Reese, Trustee Nakia Romey, Trustee Laverne Sanders, Trustee Derrick Wells, Trustee Donald Worthy, and Trustee Oretha Young. The Trustee Emeriti are Trustee David McDonald, and Trustee Ernest Thompson.
The
Deacon’s Ministry purpose is to serve the Lord and His Church by
assisting the Pastor in meetings along with the spiritual and physical
needs of the Church. The Deacons' Ministry are the elders of the church
who oversees all ministries and assist the ministries in their purpose
to fulfill God’s plan. They assist in many ways which include caring for
the poor, the sick, serving the congregation through Communion and
Baptism while ministering to the spiritual well being of the member’s
families within the Church and outside in the community. Acts 6:1-6
and John 12:26
The Deacons Ministry consists of Deacon Kenneth Worthy, Deacon Ceasar Leysath/Vice Chairperson, Deacon Willie Bing, Deacon Roscoe Bush, Deacon Willie Grier, Deacon Thomas McClees, Deacon Evelyn Moore, and Deacon Gloria Pryor. The Deacon Emeriti are Deacon Roosevelt Branch, Deacon Dorothy Fulwood, Deacon David Jacobs, Deacon Bernice Manigo, Deacon Doris Outen, Deacon Evelyn Worthy, and Deacon Hughy Worthy, Jr.
The
Deaconess Ministry at Gill Creek Baptist Church’s purpose is to serve
the Lord and His Church by evangelizing to the unsaved, to assist in the
spiritual matters of the church and serve as the female servant-leaders
for the Pastor, to assist with the Deacons' Ministry and the
congregation. The Deaconess ministry provides follow-up "after care"
with the new converts, mentors to the young women of the
church/community, comforting those in mourning/distress and visit the
sick, deprived, destitute. Deaconess ministry will provide compassion
through emotional and grief support to assist families who are
experiencing various types of loss. Romans 16:2 and I Timothy 3:13
The Deaconess Ministry consists of Deaconess Hattie Bing, Deaconess Sharon Grier, Deaconess Harriet Haywood, Deaconess Shirley Jacobs, Deaconess Rebecca McClees, Deaconess Geraldine McGill, Deaconess Catherine Moses, Deaconess Gertrude Whiting and Deaconess Marty Worthy. The Deaconess Emeriti are Deaconess Martha Branch, Deaconess Ernestine Gantt and Deaconess Bertha Simons.
The
The Brotherhood Ministry is Gill Creek Baptist Church’s Men’s Ministry. The Brotherhood is purposed to provide the men at Gill Creek a fellowship where the men can grow spiritually, emotionally, and physically through various activities and forums. Click here to learn more and get involved.
Psalms 133:1 • Romans 12:10-13
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The
Children and Youth Ministry purpose is to provide age appropriate
biblical instructions promoting a loving, servant-like relationship with
Jesus Christ in a safe and nurturing environment. The Youth Ministry
purposed is to create a warm, safe and nurturing environment that is
conducive for young people, grades 6th through 12th, to grow spiritually
in Christ, to build healthy relationships and mature into responsible
Christians a future leaders of the world. while supporting parents in
the spiritual development of God’s children. Click here to learn more
and get involved.
Proverbs 22:6 • Isaiah 54:13
The
Greeters Ministry’s purpose is to provide initial care, comfort,
hospitality and support to all members and visitors. Greeters serves as
doorkeepers and also welcomes people into “The Creek”. Greeters
establish and maintain the atmosphere in the church. As each individual
enters the church, Greeters provide an acceptance, open arms into
worship and guides them into a spirit-led experience. Greeters walk with
you into a place to be revived, restored and/or refreshed by Our Father.
Click here to learn more and get involved.
Deuteronomy 10:19 •
III John 1:5
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The Grief Ministry was created to offer comfort and
companionship to the church’s bereaved and those in the community who have suffered a loss. The ministry provides bereavement care and
guidance that encourages, educates and support those who are journeying through grief. The ministry’s objective is to
come alongside those who are grieving and
point them onto a path which will lead them into a place of wholeness and well-being again. Members of the Grief
Ministry can walk with others through their valleys of grief because they know grief.
They have experienced both the sorrows of grief and the hope and joy of God’s comfort which has
enabled them to comfort others through the Great Comforter (2 Cor 1:4).
The
purpose of the Healthcare Ministry is to provide care and attention to
worshipers before, during and after services or other events. The
Healthcare Ministry brings awareness and knowledge of preventative care
and healthy living and eating habits to the congregation and to the
community. Click here to learn more and get involved.
Jeremiah
8:22 • 3 John 2
Hospitality
Ministry sets the tone and atmosphere at the doors and on the floor that
represents the vision of this house to impact the people that come to
Gill Creek Baptist Church in a way that will bring comfort, hope, and
peace to members and non-members of the church. The Hospitality ministry
prepare and serve guests, the pastoral staff, and leaders of the church
during events. Click here to learn more and get involved.
Hebrews 13:
2 • I Peter 4: 9
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The
Intercessory Prayer Ministry’s purpose is to intercede on behalf of
others through prayer. We provide prayers for those who may need it
before, during and after Sunday Worship, Small Group Study, Study of the
Word (S.O.W.) and other Worship experiences. We attend to the needs of
members and to non-members through follow-up phone calls to check on
their progress. Click here to learn more and get involved.
1
Thessalonians 5:17 • James 5: 16
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The
Media Ministry at Gill Creek Baptist Church is a ministry that seeks to
glorify God by offering visual presentations as a means of edification,
revealing the excellence and creativity of God. The Media Ministry whose
purpose is to incorporate social media, video and audio to enhance the
worship services and offer opportunities to capture the spirit-led
service in CD Form. The Media Ministry utilizes all media technologies
to evangelize, create awareness and enhance the worship experience.
Click here to learn more and get involved.
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Gill
Creek Baptist Church Music Ministry enriches the spiritual lives and
liturgical experience of the congregation and the community by providing
religious song and the music through service and related events. The
Music Ministry accomplishes this through Liturgical Dance, Praise Team,
Children/Youth Choir, Men’s Choir, Young Adult Choir, Jubilee Choir and
Voices of Unity. Click here to learn more and get involved.
1
Corinthians 14: 26 • Ephesians 5: 19-20 • Colossians 3:16
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The
Outreach Ministry at Gill Creek Baptist Church’s purpose is to actively
involve the community in the outreach initiatives to bring support,
fellowship, and encouragement to all people. The Outreach Ministry at
Gill Creek Baptist Church’s to fulfill and to perform the duties with
commitment, prayer, service, and dedication through community within the
church. This includes but not limited to C.A.R.E. (Christ’s Arms Reaches
Everyone), Harvest Hope, School Backpack and Harvest Hope Backpack
Ministry.
Matthew 25:35-36 • Jeremiah 1:7
Pastoral
Care’s purpose is to meet the needs and provide the members of Gill
Creek Baptist with emotional support, relationship enrichment, spiritual
growth and overall wellness. This ministry provides support to members
who are experiencing difficulties, transitions and/or personal growth
challenges that come along with everyday life relating to emotional
and/or marital support. Gill Creek Baptist Pastoral Care has a licensed
individual to offer a safe, confidential environment to help individuals
and families move from crisis to emotional and spiritual wholeness.
Click here to learn more and get involved.
Psalm 34:18 • Proverbs
11:14 • Matthew 11:29
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Pulpit
Aid is the ministry that oversees taking care of the Pastor, his/her
family, as well as guest ministers . Click here to learn more and get
involved.
Hebrews 13:17
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The
Senior Adult Ministry at Gill Creek Baptist Church for adults 55+ is
purposed to provide fellowship with others and among ourselves. The
Senior Adult Ministry through worship, prayer, and service both at The
Creek and in living areas of our faith senior practitioners. This
Ministry is designed to bring excellence to adults in the second half of
their life by helping them grow in their relationship with Christ, build
relationships with others, and continue their devotion to God. Click
here to learn more and get involved.
Leviticus 19:32 • Titus
2:2-3 • Psalms 71:18
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The
Senior Missionary Ministry at Gill Creek Baptist Church’s purpose is to
reach the lost, serve their physical and spiritual needs in the
community and promotes unity by breaking down barriers and allowing an
overflow of love, support, and the message of God’s salvation through
Christ Jesus to all people. Senior Missionary Ministry will serve
families and individuals unmet needs spiritually, physically, and
emotionally that they may be transformed by the power of Jesus. Click
here to learn more and get involved.
Psalm 96: 3 • I Peter 4:10
The
Usher’s Ministry’s purpose is to provide care and support to all members
and visitors to Gill Creek Baptist Church. The Ushers Ministry serves as
a doorkeeper that guides individuals into God’s House. The Usher’s
Ministry assist with establishing and maintaining the spirit filled
atmosphere. Click here to learn more and get involved.
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The
Transportation Ministry is an extension of the Pastor’s vision to
provide transportation for members and visitors of Gill Creek Baptist
Church. Click here to learn more and get involved.
Hebrews 13: 2
• Galatians 5: 13
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The
Women’s Ministry’s purpose is to encourage women of all ages to love and
serve with excellence. The Women’s Ministry creates mentoring
opportunities for mature women to teach younger women, to pray for the
needs, concerns and issues of women and their families, provide women
the opportunity to build leadership skills by leading and/or
participating in one of the various women’s events, to share the love of
Christ with women in the community, and to serve all women by meeting
their physical, emotional and spiritual needs through the power of the
Holy Spirit. Click here to learn more and get involved.
Matthew
13: 45 - 46 • Proverbs 31: 10-31
Thank you for your support.
To God be the Glory.
