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DEACONESS MINISTRY
Deaconess Kate Jones
DEACONESS MINISTRY
Ministry Overview
The Buffalo Baptist Church Deaconess are responsible for supporting the vision of the Pastor in the edification and the glorification of God's kingdom and his people. Our goal is to be co-laborers with the Pastor in fulfilling the mission and vision of the Church.
Deaconess Mission Statement
The mission of the Deaconess Ministry is to meet the needs of Buffalo Baptist Church under the guidance of its Pastor and the deacons by promoting spiritual growth in the church. The purpose of the Deaconess Ministry is to care for and assist the needs of the overall congregation.
The Deaconess Board is to provide support, assistance and continuing care to the members of the congregation and community; visit the sick and bereaved; to serve the congregation; support the vision of our Pastor while edifying the Kingdom of God.
Vision
The vision of the Buffalo Baptist Church Deaconess is to seek ways to embrace and promote spiritual values and support our church, families, and community. To be good stewards of the church's vision and knowledgeable of the outreach goals through the sharing of God's Word as it relates to Salvation. Our charge as Deaconess is to continue to support and promote the vision of the church.
Goals
The goals of the Buffalo Baptist Church Deaconess:
As Deaconess we will support the vision of the Pastor for the uplifting of God's Kingdom
As Deaconess we will serve God and lift up his Holy Name
As Deaconess we must live a life of daily prayer
To become dedicated caregivers by visiting the sick, shut-in and elderly
To become spiritual mature and biblically grounded in God's Word
To be devoted to servicing our church family (i.e. communion, baptism, bible study, etc.)
Help the underprivileged and needy
Act as role models for our youth, other women and men to exemplify only Jesus Christ in all that we do
Visiting and supporting bereaved families and friends
Communion and Baptism coordination and preparation
Greet each new member with the love of Jesus Christ
To be spiritual women empowered with God's Holy Spirit and knowledgeable of his Word
3510 Rhode Island Avenue * Mt. Rainier, MD* 301-442-5582
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