NORTH SHORE PACIFIC GRACE MB CHURCH ENGLISH MINISTRY (EM) HANDBOOK

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1 NORTH SHORE PACIFIC GRACE MB CHURCH ENGLISH MINISTRY (EM) HANDBOOK PREPARED BY EILEEN LI NOVEMBER 2016 EM Ministry Handbook 1

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS # Roles Pages 1 Church Statement 3 2 NSPGMBC Organization Chart 4 3 Administration English Ministry Pastor EM Core Leaders 7 4 Christian Education Christians Education Coordinator Sunday School Teacher Sunday School Teacher Assistant 11 5 Fellowships Fellowship Ministry Director Young Adults Fellowship Leader Youth Fellowship Leader 15 6 Hospitality Caring Team Coordinator Caring Team Member 18 7 Missions Missions Coordinator 20 8 Media Audio/Visual Technician 22 9 Music Music Coordinator Worship Team Leader Worship Team Member Worship Affairs Worship Affairs Coordinator Sunday Service Overseer Communion Greeter & Offering Collector Children s Ministry Children s Ministry Director Children s Sunday School Teacher Children s Sunday School Teacher Assistant Children s Praise Leader 36 EM Ministry Handbook 2

3 CHURCH STATEMENT Unless otherwise stated, the principles and rules governing the EM are the same as the current Ministry Handbook of NSPGMBC. VISION STATEMENT Our vision is to be a place where people of all different backgrounds can come as they are and can find Christ. We want to be a community who strive to know Christ and to make Him known. ~*~ Do not copy the behaviour and customs of this world, but be a new and different person with a fresh newness in all you do and think. Then you will learn from your own experience how His ways will really satisfy you. Romans. 12:2 MISSION STATEMENT Our congregation exists to love the One true God by: living the life of Jesus, empowering each other to be authentic, and bringing people into His family. ~*~ Then make me truly happy by loving each other and agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, working together with one heart and mind and purpose. Don t be selfish; don t love to make a good impression on others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourself. Don t just think about your own affairs, but be interested in others, too, and in what they are doing. - Philippians 2:2-4. CORE VALUES The Bible is the foundation Accountability: to help each other grow in the Lord Acceptance: to accept each other where we are at Respect: to honour, value, support, and encourage each other Ownership: to be a good steward of what God has blessed us with EM Ministry Handbook 3

4 NSPGMBC Organization Chart Congregational Meeting Deacon Board Senior Pastor Pastoral Staff Cantonese Ministry English Ministry Caring Department Christian Education Department Evangelism Department Fellowship Department Mission Department Music Department Recreation & General Affair Department Worship Affair Department Children Ministry* * Administered by NSPG Mandarin Church from 2017 onwards. EM Ministry Handbook 4

5 3.0 ADMINISTRATION Year EM Pastor EM Core Leaders 2014 Pastor Eileen Li Amy Kan, Amy Cheung, Grace Hui, & Joann Woo 2015 Pastor Eileen Li Amy Kan, Amy Cheung, Grace Hui, Soo Loh, Joann Woo & Pastor Peter 2016 Pastor Eileen Li Amy Kan, Amy Cheung (Jan-Jun), Macy Li (started June), Grace Hui, Soo Loh & Joann Woo, Pastor Peter, & Peggy Chang (CC Deacon Representative) MINISTRY DEPARTMENT HEAD Year Christian Education 2014 Pastor Eileen Li 2015 Pastor Eileen Li 2016 Soo Loh (Jan-Jun), Eileen Li Fellowships & Music Pastor Eileen Li Pastor Eileen Li Pastor Eileen Li Hospitality & Outreach Missions Worship Affairs General Affairs Amy Kan Joann Woo Grace Hui Pastor Eileen Li Amy Kan Joann Woo Grace Hui Amy Cheung Amy Kan Joann Woo Grace Hui Amy Cheung (Jan-Jun), Macy Li EM Ministry Handbook 5

6 3.1 ENGLISH MINISTRY PASTOR The English Ministry Pastor shall serve in carrying out the ministry of the church. The main responsibilities will involve preaching; building relationships with members while ministering to their spiritual needs; and outreach to assimilate newcomers and visitors into the body of the church. General staff English Ministry Pastor Deacon Board English Congregation Paid staff Church member (depending on the denomination) Solid, very mature Christian Pastor/shepherd Administration Experience in teaching/preaching A desire to minister to people Organizational skills Dependable Discreet Friendly Compassionate Ministering to people 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: forty hours a week, off one day a week except for emergencies and special occasions. 2. Participating in meetings/training: 12 hours a month and up to 15 hours bimonthly 1. Participate in staff meetings. 2. Preach/teach/lead services. 3. Be involved in outreach, visitation to church members, newcomers, visitors and handling special requests from members to visit loved ones they are concerned about. Visit hospitalized members and follow up during their recovery. 4. Oversee, teach, plan for fellowships and Sunday School. 5. Provide help to church members regarding spiritual matters in fellowships and Sunday School. Refer to professional counselor when necessary. 6. Pray for the senior pastor, other staff members, volunteer workers, members and the church as a whole. EM Ministry Handbook 6

7 3.2 ENGLISH MINISTRY (EM) CORE LEADERS An EM core leader is responsible for ministering to the needs of church members and offering support to the pastor. Administration English Ministry Core Leaders (Departmental Heads) English Ministry Pastor Church members Church member Stable, maturing Christian Serving Exhortation Mercy-showing Enjoy working with people Dependable Compassionate Discreet Good moral character Ministering to the Body of Christ and assisting the pastor with the work of the ministry related to congregational care Renewable one year term (reappointed by CC Deacon Board) 1. Participating in meetings & prayer meeting: bimonthly or when necessary 2. Participating in EM Sunday Worship Service 1. Pray for and with church members experiencing hardships or needing to make decisions. 2. Meet with and offer input to the pastor regarding any special or critical issues within the church. 3. Annual evaluation of the ministry and give recommendations to EM and Senior Pastor. DEPARTMENTS 1. Christian Education 2. Fellowships 3. Hospitality/Outreach 4. Missions 5. Worship Affairs 6. General Affairs* (Coordinator responsible for being a liaison with Mandarin Church for special events and provide general support wherever needed) EM Ministry Handbook 7

8 4.0 CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Year Christian Education Coordinator Sunday School Teachers 2014 Pastor Pastor Eileen Li, Joann Woo, Eileen Li Amy Kan & Bill Der 2015 Soo Loh Pastor Eileen Li, Bill Der, Joann Woo & Soo Loh Soo Loh Jan-Jun: Pastor Eileen Li Joann (Jan-Jun), Woo, Michelle Kan, & Soo Loh. Pastor Sep-Dec: Pastor Eileen, Michelle Eileen Li Kan, Brittany So, Emma Choo, Nicole Hui, Morris Choo & Jasper Lee Sunday School Teacher Assistant Carolyn Pei Emma Choo, Brittany So, Alpha Series (Dion Kwok/Nikki Kuang, Michelle Kan/ Carolyn Pei, Sean Hui /Aaron Yi, Jasper Lee/ Elijah Lai, Morris Choo/Michael Wong, Phebe Kwok) Jan-Jun: Emma Choo & Brittany So EM Ministry Handbook 8

9 4.1 CHRISTIAN EDUCATION COORDINATOR The Christian Education Coordinator will lead and oversee the ministry of Sunday School. This person will ensure proper staffing, training and operation of the department. Sunday School Christian Education Coordinator EM Core Group or Pastor when filled by church member Church Church member Stable, mature Christian Administration Exhortation Good organizational and leadership skills Motivated People oriented Reaching, teaching and nurturing people through Sunday School ministry One year Term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: one hour a week 2. Participating in meetings/training: as needed 1. Recruit volunteers to serve in Sunday School ministry. 2. Develop and implement a training program for Sunday School leaders (teachers and workers). 3. Obtain information on Sunday School curricula; inform teachers of selection; order curricula. 4. Oversee distribution of Sunday School material. 5. Recognize, encourage and motivate Sunday School workers. 6. Communicate information regarding goals, special days, etc. 7. Oversee operation of Sunday School ministry (teachers on hand, lessons available, start/end on time, records procedures followed/forms completed, etc.). 8. Serve as a liaison between Sunday School and pastor. EM Ministry Handbook 9

10 4.2 SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER The Sunday School teacher is the shepherd of the class. The teacher is expected to teach, reach and minister to members and prospects with the help of other leaders within the class. Sunday School Sunday School teacher Christian Education Coordinator Children, Youth &/or Young Adults Church volunteer or paid guest teacher Stable, maturing Christian Shepherd Teaching Exhortation Communicates well with others Comfortable speaking in front of a group Able to allow someone else to lead, but willing to take the lead when necessary Identifies with special needs of students. Dependable-leader Discipling students and providing support for other leaders One School Term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: three hours a week 2. Participating in meetings/training: as needed 1. Participate in teacher meetings and training opportunities. 2. Work with Christian Education Coordinator to choose curriculum for the class. 3. Study and prepare for weekly lessons. 4. Pray for class members and visitors. 5. Arrive 15 minutes before class begins to make sure classroom is prepared and to greet people as they arrive. 6. Lead each week s class and involve participants in studying and learning God s Word through various teaching methods. 7. Promote spiritual growth and unity among class members. EM Ministry Handbook 10

11 4.4 SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER ASSISTANT The teacher assistant is the right arm of the teacher. The assistant must be prepared to fill in for the teacher when necessary and assist with keeping watch over the flock and coordinating class functions. The assistant is expected to teach, reach and minister to members and prospects, under the direction of the teacher. Sunday School Teacher assistant Sunday School teacher Children, Youth &/or Young Adults Church or Non-Church volunteer Growing Christian Shepherding Serving Exhortation Ability to communicate well with others Able to allow someone else to lead, but willing to take the lead when necessary Dependable-leader or dependable-expresser Discipling children and providing support for other leaders On School Term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: three hours a week 2. Participating in meetings/training: as needed 1. Participate in teacher s meetings and training opportunities. 2. Study each weekly lesson and be available to lead the class in the teacher s absence. 3. Assist teacher with preparing materials for class: handouts, craft supplies, etc. 4. Distribute handouts to students; help students with crafts or activities as needed. 5. Pray for class members and visitors. 6. Promote spiritual growth and unity among class members. EM Ministry Handbook 11

12 5.0 FELLOWSHIPS Year Fellowship Young Adults Fellowship Youth Fellowship Leader Ministry Director Leader 2014 Pastor Eileen Li Pastor Eileen Li Jasper Lee & Michelle Kan 2015 Pastor Eileen Li Emma Choo, Morris Choo, Brittany So, & (Michael Wong) Jan-Aug-Jasper Lee & Michelle Kan then Sean Hui, Dion Kwok, Nikki Kuang, Elijah Kwok & Tina Fu 2016 Pastor Eileen Li Morris Choo, Emma Choo, Michelle Kan, Brittany So, Jasper Lee & Kristy Kwan Sean Hui, Dion Kwok, Nikki Kuang, Elijah Kwok (till Sep), Tina Fu & Jessie Kwan (Sep onwards). EM Ministry Handbook 12

13 5.1 FELLOWSHIP MINISTRY DIRECTOR The fellowship ministry director will minister to the congregation, and include them in the ministry of the church. Fellowship Ministry Fellowship Ministry director EM Core Group or Pastor when filled by church member Congregation Church member Stable, maturing Christian Pastor/shepherd Administration Good organizational skills Knowledge and understanding of special needs of students Education and some experience in counseling Expresser-leader Ministering to students One year Term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: four to six hours a week 2. Participating in meetings/training: 2-3 hours a month or when needed. 1. Provide guidance, prayer and support to fellowship members. 2. Lead a biweekly or weekly fellowship time for fellowship members. 3. Seek to include fellowship members in the overall ministry of the church. 4. Pray regularly for the members, for wisdom in ministering to them and for the strength to be a good role model. 5. Be a good role model, living above reproach, spending time in personal spiritual development and ministry and showing the love of Christ in all you do. 6. Be aware of activities, and get-togethers and other church events that could involve the fellowship members. Remain involved as much as possible. 7. Oversee budget and expenditures for the fellowship ministries. EM Ministry Handbook 13

14 5.2 YOUNG ADULTS FELLOWSHIP LEADER The young adults fellowship leader is responsible for planning and coordinating all fellowship programs at church or elsewhere and for recruiting fellowship members to help as needed. This leader will promote unity among the group. Young Adults Young Adults fellowship leader Fellowship Ministry Director Young adults Church volunteer Growing Christian Administration Serving Exhortation Ability to organize events and motivate people Expresser-dependable Sociable Building relationships and encouraging others One year Term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: three to four hours a week 2. Participating in meetings/training: two hours a month 1. Develop own relationship with God through Bible study and prayer. 2. Participate in training opportunities. 3. Plan, coordinate and lead fellowship meetings. 4. Encourage icebreaker activities within the fellowship. 5. Plan for weekly refreshments before class. 6. Maintain contact and follow-up with members. EM Ministry Handbook 14

15 5.3 YOUTH FELLOWSHIP LEADER The youth fellowship leader is responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing activities for teens to promote fun, fellowship, spiritual development and ministry involvement. Youth Youth Fellowship Leader Fellowship Ministry Director Youth Church volunteer Stable, growing Christian Pastor/shepherd Administration Teaching Good planning and organizational skills Good role model No criminal record Leader-analyst Dependable Organizing activities and promoting a sense of unity and fellowship among teens One year term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: four to eight hours a month 2. Participating in meetings/training: four hours a month 1. Plan special weekly activities for teens. Vary the types of activities from: a. Activities fun and fellowship for teens who are regularly involved in our youth program; b. Outreach activities fun activities for reaching out to unsaved or unchurched teens, building relationships and presenting the gospel; c. Others activities ministry opportunities for teens to use their spiritual gifts and talents in Christian service. 2. Develop and maintain a youth activities calendar. 3. Recruit volunteers to become youth activities assistants to help oversee and carry out biweekly activities; rotate volunteers to serve every other week, once a month or with specific types of activities. 4. Meet with youth activities assistants once a month to review the upcoming month s activities and provide training as necessary. 5. Develop/provide waiver forms for parents to complete and sign, containing emergency information; keep these on file and take copies with the group when traveling. 6. Pray for guidance and direction and for great spiritual results from the activities. EM Ministry Handbook 15

16 6.0 HOSPITALITY Year Caring Team Caring Team Member Coordinator 2014 Amy Kan Young Adults-Morris Choo, Emma Choo, Michael Wong, Nicole Hui, Michelle Kan, & Jasper Lee 2015 Amy Kan Young Adults-Morris Choo, Michael Wong, Emma Choo, Brittany So, Michelle Kan, Kristy Kwan & Jasper Lee; Youth- Sean Hui, Dion Kwok, Nikki Kuang, Elijah Lai, & Tina Fu 2016 Amy Kan Young Adults-Morris Choo, Emma Choo, Brittany So, Michelle Kan, & Jasper Lee; Youth- Sean Hui, Dion Kwok, Nikki Kuang, Elijah Lai (until Aug), Jessie Kwan (started Sep) & Tina Fu EM Ministry Handbook 16

17 6.1 CARING TEAM COORDINATOR The caring team coordinator will oversee the hospitality ministry to ensure that every person entering the church is greeted and that visitors are offered assistance as appropriate so that everyone feels important and welcome and is able to find his or her desired destination easily. Hospitality Caring Team Coordinator Pastor Congregation and guests Church member Stable, maturing Christian Shepherd Exhortation Serving Comfortable talking to and greeting guests Ability to give good directions regarding church facilities Ability to lead and direct others Hospitable Outgoing Sensitive to needs and feelings of others Dependable-expresser or expresser-analyst Making people feel welcome One year Term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: one hour a week 2. Participating in meetings/training: Quarterly meetings or/and when needed 1. Greet members and guests. 2. Direct or lead visitors to their desired destination. 3. Introduce visitors to church staff, teachers and members of similar age when possible. 4. Open doors for/assist the disabled. 5. Make sure the chapel is stocked with information about the church s ministries, tracts/a map of the church. 6. Oversee budget and expenditures for the hospitality ministry. 7. Pray for and with church members experiencing hardships or needing to make decisions. EM Ministry Handbook 17

18 6.2 CARING TEAM MEMBER The caring team member is responsible for welcoming new members, providing helpful information, helping them feel at home and bonding them to the church through relationships. Hospitality Caring Team Member Caring Team Coordinator &/or Fellowship Ministry Director Congregation and guests Church volunteer New, growing Christian Serving Exhortation Administration Good communicator Familiar with church facilities and ministries Dependable-expresser or dependable-leader Helping new members to feel at home in the church and motivating them to become involved One year Term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: one hour a week 2. Participating in meetings/training: Quarterly meetings or/and as needed 1. Greet and welcome new members after worship services. 2. Become familiar with the church facilities. Show new members around the church facilities. 3. Inform them of the church s ministries and fellowship groups that may apply to or interest them. 4. Be aware of the church s ministries. Answer new members questions regarding ministry opportunities available. 5. Introduce new members to current members especially those who may have common interests/family life/ages, etc. 6. Make a point to greet new members every week for at least the first six weeks. EM Ministry Handbook 18

19 7.0 MISSIONS Year Missions Coordinator 2014 Joann Woo 2015 Joann Woo 2016 Joann Woo EM Ministry Handbook 19

20 7.1 MISSIONS COORDINATOR The missions coordinator will lead the effort to maintain a comprehensive missions program in the church and is responsible for exploring missions opportunities, keeping the church informed regarding potential and ongoing missions involvement and serving as a liaison between the church and missionaries. Missions Missions coordinator Pastor Local, national, world missionaries and non-christians Church member Stable, maturing Christian Administration Pastor/shepherd Evangelism Giving Mercy-showing Good communication skills Able to research, locate, validate and follow up on missions projects, opportunities and needs Committed Compassionate Analyst-dependable Expresser Supporting and encouraging missionaries and evangelizing the lost throughout the world One year Term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: one hour a month, more during special missions emphases 2. Participating in meetings/training: as needed 1. Act as a liaison with missionaries and organizations the church supports. 2. Research, locate, validate and follow up on missions projects, opportunities, needs within the local community as well as home and foreign mission fields. 3. Organize the church s efforts in supporting missions. 4. Educate the church regarding missions, including planning a yearly missions awareness emphasis. EM Ministry Handbook 20

21 8.0 MEDIA Year Audio/Visual Technician 2014 Jasper Lee, Sean Hui, Morris Choo, 2015 Jasper Lee, Sean Hui, Morris Choo, Elijah Lai 2016 Jasper Lee, Sean Hui, Elijah Lai, Haley Liu, Kosmo Ng & (Austin Zhang until May) EM Ministry Handbook 21

22 8.1 Audio/Visual Technician The sound technician will adjust and maintain the sound system to ensure a clear and comfortable sound level within the church facilities. Media Audio/Visual technician Worship Affairs Coordinator Congregation Church volunteer Seeking God Serving Familiar with A/V systems Experience in operating sound equipment Good hearing Consistent Dependable-analyst Making sure God s message in word and song is heard clearly One year Term Anticipated Time Commitments 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: two hours a week 2. Participating in meetings/training: as needed Responsibilities/Duties 1. Arrive prior to worship services to double-check and set up equipment as needed: microphones, monitors, etc. 2. Operate sound equipment during all services, Sunday School, and special events held in the chapel. 3. Maintain equipment and arrange for repairs as necessary. Report equipment replacement needs or recommendations to the pastor and/or appropriate committee. 4. Pack up all equipment back to storage room and restore room back to place. EM Ministry Handbook 22

23 9.0 MUSIC Year Music Coordinator 2014 Pastor Eileen Li 2015 Pastor Eileen Li 2016 Pastor Eileen Li Worship Team Leader Angel Chan, Emma Choo, Matthew Kan, Dora Leung, & Pastor Eileen Li Angel Chan/ Michael Wong, Emma Choo/ Michelle Kan, Matthew Kan, Dora Leung, & Pastor Eileen Li Angel Chan, (Michael Wong until April), Emma Choo, Michelle Kan/Nicole, Matthew Kan, Dora Leung, Jessie Kwan/Sean Hui & Pastor Eileen Li Worship Team Member Phebe Kwok, Crystal Mak, Michael Wong, Jesse Peng, Sarah Hsu, Michelle Kan, Jonas Kwok, Tina Fu, & David Chen Owen Song, Sean Hui, Brittany So, Daniel Lau, Aaron Yi, Nicole Hui, Jesse Peng,, Phebe Kwok, (Crystal Mak), Dion Kwok, Nikki Kuang, Tina Fu, & Tim Li Kristy Kwan, Owen Song, Brittany So, Daniel Lau, Aaron Yi, Nicole Hui, Jesse Peng,, Phebe Kwok, (Crystal Mak), Dion Kwok, Nikki Kuang, Tina Fu, & Tim Li EM Ministry Handbook 23

24 9.1 MUSIC COORDINATOR The music coordinator will organize and oversee the music worship for Sunday service Worship Music Coordinator Pastor Church Church volunteer Stable, mature Christian Exhortation Good leadership and organizational skills Training and/or experience in directing a worship team Knowledge of basic music fundamentals Outgoing Energetic Expresser Glorifying God and edifying the saints through music and worship One year Term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: as needed 2. Participating in meetings/training: as needed 1. Work in conjunction with the pastor to plan the worship roster. 2. Recruit/Mentor volunteers to help out for worship teams. 3. Make sure platform is properly arranged for services and special productions. 4. Pray for, uplift and minister to those who are involved in the worship ministry. 5. Oversee budget and expenditures for the worship service. EM Ministry Handbook 24

25 9.2 WORSHIP TEAM LEADER The worship leader will organize celebrative, meaningful worship services and oversee the church s music ministries in addition to ministering to those involved in the worship ministry. Worship Worship Team Leader Music Coordinator Church Preferably Church member. If not, then church volunteer. Stable, mature Christian or growing Christian Exhortation Good leadership and organizational skills Training and/or experience in directing a worship team Knowledge of basic music fundamentals Faithful Available Teachable Outgoing Energetic Expresser Dependable Glorifying God and edifying the saints through music and worship One year Term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: two hours a week or when needed 2. Participating in meetings/training: as needed 1. Choose songs and plan celebrative and meaningful worship services in conjunction with the pastor. 2. Lead the church s worship services, including congregational singing and welcome congregation, and do opening and offering prayer. 3. Arrange, select and direct special singing or instrumental groups and soloists. 4. Ensure proper maintenance of musical instruments. 5. Organize and store sheet music and books for church. 6. Make sure platform is properly arranged for services and special productions. 7. Pray for, uplift and minister to those who are involved in the worship ministry. EM Ministry Handbook 25

26 9.3 WORSHIP TEAM MEMBER The worship team member will present praise and worship music to the congregation and encourage the congregation to join in praise and worship. Worship Worship team member Worship team leader Congregation Church volunteer New, growing Christian or seeking God Exhortation Serving Good singing voice and/or able to play musical instrument Good character Faithful Outgoing Dependableexpresser or expresser-analyst Praising and worshiping God through music One year Term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: two hours a week 2. Participating in meetings/training: as needed 1. Participate in practices as scheduled. 2. Participate with the worship team in leading the congregation in praise music and in presenting special music. EM Ministry Handbook 26

27 10.0 WORSHIP AFFAIRS Year Worship Affairs Coordinator Sunday Service Overseer 2014 Grace Hui Amy Kan, Joann Choo, Soo Loh, Grace Hui Communion Amy Kan, Joann Choo, Soo Loh, Grace Hui Greeter & Offering Collector Various Members 2015 Grace Hui See Above See Above Various Members 2016 Grace Hui See Above See Above Grace Lai, Elijah Lai, Dina Feng, Nikki Kuang, WanTing Ye, Jennifer Ng, Dion Kwok, Michelle Kan, Kosmo Ng & Tina Fu. EM Ministry Handbook 27

28 10.1 WORSHIP AFFAIRS COORDINATOR The worship coordinator will organize and oversee the worship Sunday service Worship Worship Affairs Coordinator Pastor Church Church member Stable, mature Christian Exhortation Good leadership and organizational skills Training and/or experience in directing a worship team Knowledge of basic music fundamentals Outgoing Energetic Expresser Glorifying God and edifying the saints through music and worship One year Term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: one to two hours a week 2. Participating in meetings/training: as needed 1. Work in conjunction with the pastor to plan the worship roster. 2. Recruit volunteers to help out for the Sunday service. 3. Make sure platform is properly arranged for services and special productions. 4. Pray for, uplift and minister to those who are involved in the worship ministry. 5. Oversee budget and expenditures for the worship service. EM Ministry Handbook 28

29 10.2 SUNDAY SERVICE OVERSEER The Sunday Service Overseer will oversee and ensure a celebrative, meaningful worship in addition to ministering to those involved in the worship ministry. Sunday Service Sunday Service Overseer Worship Affairs Coordinator Church EM Core Leader or Church member Stable, mature Christian or growing Christian Exhortation Good leadership and organizational skills Experience in leading a worship service Outgoing Energetic Expresser Glorifying God and edifying the saints through preparing them for worship One year Term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: two hours a week 2. Participating in meetings/training: as needed 1. Arrive early (at least 30 minutes before the service) 2. Help the pastor to gather everyone on the serving team for a time of prayer (5 minutes before service) 3. Make sure that everything is in place (offering bags, microphone stands, etc) before service and also back in place and tidy after service. 4. Prepare water for speaker and give honorarium after service 5. Be sure to coordinate with the worship team (and offer help if needed). 6. Oversee and lead a celebrative and meaningful worship services in conjunction with the pastor. EM Ministry Handbook 29

30 10.3 COMMUNION VOLUNTEER The Lord s Supper/Communion volunteer is responsible for preparing the Lord s Supper as scheduled by the church. General staff/administration Communion volunteer Worship Affairs Coordinator Church in general EM Core Leaders or Church member New, growing Christian Serving Enjoy food service/preparation Understand importance of cleanliness and sanitation in regard to preparing the Lord s Supper Able to perform small, repetitious tasks Committed Service minded Dependable-analyst or leader-dependable Serving and contributing to the ministry of the church One year Term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: two hours a month 2. Participating in meetings/training: as needed 1. Make preparations prior to Communion. 2. Prepare/set up Communion table. 3. Clean up Communion table and utensils after use. EM Ministry Handbook 30

31 10.4 GREETER & OFFERING COLLECTOR The greeter is responsible to ensure that every person entering the church is greeted and that visitors are offered assistance as appropriate so that everyone feels important and welcome. Greeters will be asked to serve during special events also. Hospitality and Sunday Service Greeter Worship Affairs Coordinator Congregation and guests Church New, growing Christian or seeking God Serving Exhortation Comfortable talking to/greeting guests Able to give good directions regarding church facilities Hospitable, not shy (or able to overcome shyness) Sensitive to needs and feelings of others Dependableexpresser Making people feel welcome One year Term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: two hours a month more during special events 2. Participating in meetings/training: minimal, as needed 1. Greet members and guests as they enter or exit the building. 2. Distribute bulletins, connect cards, tracts, etc. 3. Do attendance count and receive tithes and offerings and leave them with the appropriate person. 4. Provide information as needed or requested. 5. Direct visitors to classes, nursery, sanctuary, restrooms, etc. 6. Introduce visitors to church staff, teachers and members of similar age when possible. EM Ministry Handbook 31

32 11.0 CHILDREN S MINISTRY* (*ADMINISTERED BY NSPG MANDARIN CHURCH FROM 2017 ONWARDS) Year Children s Ministry Children s Sunday School Teacher Children s Sunday School Teacher Children s Praise Leader Director Assistant 2014 Ruth Chang Various Members N/A CC & MC members 2015 Ruth Chang Pastor Eileen Li, Amy Sean Hui & Michelle CC & MC members Kan, Joann Choo, Ingrid, Morris Choo Kan 2016 Ruth Chang Morris Choo, Kristy Kwan, Justina Hui, Man Hin Lo, Amy Kan, and Kitty Leung. Wendy Liu, Cindy Ye, Amy Cheung, Leo Wang, Ingrid Cheng, Rong Chen CC, MC, & EM members EM Ministry Handbook 32

33 11.1 CHILDREN S MINISTRY DIRECTOR The children s ministry director is responsible to oversee the entire children s ministry to ensure a smoothly operating, safe and effective program. The director will recruit and train leaders who will touch children s lives with God s love, teach them God s Word and provide fellowship with God s people, laying a foundation that will keep children interested in the things of God and the church. Children s ministry Children s ministry director Children (ages 0 to 11) NSPGMC or Children s and Family Pastor when role is filled. (or paid, depending on church size, budget and workload of position) Church member Stable, maturing Christian Administration Evangelism Pastor/shepherd Good organizational skills Ability to motivate people Good communicator Dependable Expresser-leader Influencing and affecting children s lives with the gospel of Christ One Year Term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: as needed 2. Participating in meetings/training: as needed 1. Oversee and coordinate all aspects of the children s ministry. 2. Organize training and planning sessions for children s leaders/workers. 3. Screen children s workers and leaders before placing them in ministry. a. Have everyone complete a Criminal Record Check Program (CRRP) for a background check. b. File results in a locked file cabinet in the church office. 4. Investigate any complaints regarding children s ministry workers. Discuss complaints/problems with workers when warranted. Document and report serious matters to pastor and proper authorities. 5. Approve all children s ministries programs, curricula, activities and disbursement of funds for supplies and projects, keeping within budgeted amount. 6. Be available to counsel and pray with children and children s ministry workers regarding spiritual matters. EM Ministry Handbook 33

34 11.2 CHILDREN S SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER The children s teacher is the shepherd of the class and is responsible to keep watch over the flock and oversee or coordinate all class leaders and functions. The teacher is expected to teach, reach and minister to members and prospects, with the help of other leaders within the class. Children s Sunday School Children s Sunday School teacher Children s Ministry Director or Children s and Family Pastor when role is filled Children (ages 5 to 11) or paid, depending on church size, budget and workload of position Stable, maturing Christian or new, growing Christian upon evaluation from the Pastor Shepherding Teaching Exhortation Ability to communicate well with children Expresser-leader Dependable Compassionate Nurturing a group of children Teaching and leading children to Jesus One School Term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: three hours a week or as needed 2. Participating in meetings/training: as needed 1. Participate in teacher s meetings and training opportunities. 2. Work with the director to choose curriculum for your class. 3. Study and prepare for each weekly lesson. Gather necessary materials: handouts, craft supplies, etc. 4. Pray for class members/visitors. 5. Arrive 15 minutes before class begins to make sure classroom is prepared & to greet children as they arrive. 6. Lead each week s class time and involve children in studying and learning God s Word through various teaching methods and activities. 7. Promote spiritual growth and unity among class members. 8. Maintain contact with children and parents. Keep parents informed of topics/themes being studied, special events, etc. through printed notices, postcards and calls. Call, visit or send cards to students on special occasions or when a student is sick. If there is, the class secretary can assist with these duties also. EM Ministry Handbook 34

35 11.3 CHILDREN S SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER ASSISTANT The children s teacher assistant is the right arm of the children s teacher. The assistant must be prepared to fill in for the teacher when necessary and assist with keeping watch over the flock and coordinating class functions. The assistant is expected to teach, reach and minister to members and prospects, under the direction of the teacher. Children s Sunday School Children s Teacher Assistant Children s Sunday School Teacher Children (ages 5 to 11) Church or Non-Church volunteer Growing Christian Shepherding Serving Exhortation Ability to communicate well with children Able to allow someone else to lead, but willing to take the lead when necessary Dependable-leader or dependable-expresser Discipling children and providing support for other leaders On School Term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: two hours a week or as needed 2. Participating in meetings/training: as needed 1. Participate in teacher s meetings and training opportunities. 2. Study each weekly lesson and be available to lead the class in the teacher s absence. 3. Assist teacher with preparing materials for class: handouts, craft supplies, etc. 4. Distribute handouts to children; help children with crafts or activities as needed. 5. Escort children to the restroom if it is not connected to the classroom. Assist younger children as needed; insure hand washing. (Note: It might be best if a woman is responsible for this task.) 6. Pray for class members and visitors. 7. Promote spiritual growth and unity among class members. EM Ministry Handbook 35

36 11.4 CHILDREN S PRAISE LEADER The children s praise leader is responsible for planning and leading weekly songs for children s worship service. Children s Worship Service Children s Praise Leader Children s Ministry Director Children (ages 5 to 11) Church volunteer Stable, mature Christian or new, growing Christian Exhortation Enthusiastic speaker Musical abilities a plus Cheerful Energetic Compassionate Expresser-leader Influencing children s lives with God s love and message One year Term 1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: 1.5 hours a week 2. Participating in meetings/training: one hour a month 1. Work with appropriate church staff or volunteers to construct or obtain props or materials needed for the children s church program. 2. Plan and lead songs weekly children s worship service. 3. Coordinate with speakers who will take part in the children s worship service. 4. Pray for children and workers. Lead prayer in children s worship service. 5. Lead songs during children s worship service or recruit a song leader/music director for children s ministry. Develop a rotating song list and frequently learn and teach new songs to the children. EM Ministry Handbook 36