2017 MINISTRY CATALOG

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1 2017 MINISTRY CATALOG

2 CONTENTS The MeadowBrook Mission MeadowBrook seeks to CONNECT people to Christ and His church, GROW them as disciples to be disciplers and equip them to SERVE through missions, ministry and worship, all to GLORIFY God. Join Us at The Brook 13 CAMPUS MAP 14 WORDS FROM PASTOR RANDY 1 Sundays 15 MINISTERIAL STAFF 1 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 AM - Worshp Services 8:00 & 9:30 AM - Life Group 16 MEMBERSHIP PROCESS Wednesdays 4:45 PM - Fellowship Meal 6:00 PM - Worship Service (Adults) 6:00 PM - Preschool Ministry 6:00 PM - KidStuf (Children s Production) 6:00 PM - Middle School Worship 6:00 pm - College Group 7:00 PM - Celebration Choir 7:15 PM - High School Worship 8:00 PM - Praise Band Radio Broadcast Sundays at 11:00 AM on MIX FIRST IMPRESSIONS 12 PRESCHOOL MINISTRY 14 CHILDREN S MINISTRY 21 STUDENT MINISTRY 27 EDUCATION/MATURITY 30 SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY 31 EVANGELISM/MISSIONS 36 WORSHIP MINISTRY 44 PASTORAL CARE 2

3 FROM PASTOR RANDY I want to thank you for taking a moment to learn more about the ministries here at The Brook. To say that I am thrilled that you have decided to join the MeadowBrook faith family is an understatement, but it is so true. My excitement is that we will journey in ministry together for years to come. The DNA of the body of Christ changed when you joined yourself to MeadowBrook. The Lord has perfectly fashioned you in your mother s womb for your usefulness in his kingdom. Your personality, talents and abilities are all calculated perfectly for effective ministry. Additionally, The Holy Spirit reveals himself uniquely through you by spiritual gifts for your call of ministry. Knowing ministry opportunities and needs before they exist, the Holy Spirit has shaped the body of Christ at MeadowBrook perfectly to meet those needs and opportunities. You are part of that shape. The training tool Connections will help you to learn more about your spiritual gifts and how to manage those gifts with God s grace. You ll discover how God has gifted you for ministry and how you can use those gifts for ministry and missions at MeadowBrook. As leaders in the church we have been called to prepare God s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up Ephesians 4: God calls us into a personal relationship with him, making sure we are growing in our walk and being equipped to serve where we are gifted. Our various pastors and ministry leaders stand ready to connect you to ministries so that you can be empowered to do the work of the Lord. God s Word states in I Corinthians 12:12-28 that if you have a relationship with Christ then you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it. God s Word continues and encourages us in I Peter 4:10 that as vital parts of his body, each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God s grace in its various forms. Knowing these truths we must ask ourselves, Am I doing my part as the Body of Christ? What gifts am I using for the work of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ? The MeadowBrook Ministry Catalog is designed to help you connect to opportunities for personal, relational, and Christ-centered growth. The ministries and organizations presented here offer wonderful opportunities to receive personal ministry and to release your giftedness and passion into a specific ministry. Regardless of the ministry with which you connect, MeadowBrook seeks to CONNECT people to Christ and His church, GROW them as disciples to be disciplers and equip them to SERVE through missions, ministry, and worship, all to GLORIFY God. Please be prayerful in considering the ministry opportunities that are available at MeadowBrook. Our DNA immediately changed in the moment that God placed you here as part of our church family. Our prayer is that you connect to specific ministries where you can grow and flourish in your relationship with Christ and others. I m excited to have the opportunity to be your pastor, and I believe our greatest days in ministry together are ahead! 3

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5 MINISTERIAL STAFF Randy Gunter Senior Pastor Kevin Boyd Worship Pastor Mike Niemi Pastor of Missions & College Van Lockridge Senior Adult & Pastoral Care Pastor Matt Fike Student & Families Pastor Daniel Doak Minister of Media Kristi Nichols Children & Family Production Minister Vickey Weeks Preschool & Families Minister Katelyn Smith Weekday Education Director

6 MEMBERSHIP PROCESS Connections is MeadowBrook s three part process to connect our guests to our ministers, membership and ministry opportunities MEADOWBROOK CONNECTIONS... A meet and greet at Pastor Randy s home for guests to meet MeadowBrook s ministerial staff and get to know them in a relaxed environment while enjoying delicious food. MEMBERSHIP CONNECTIONS... A luncheon for guests considering membership at MeadowBrook, explaining basic doctrine and belief (Pre-requisite for membership) MINISTRY CONNECTIONS... A class designed to help others understand their spiritual gifts and identify ways to connect and serve in ministry and missions at MeadowBrook REGISTER ONLINE: 6

7 First Impressions: Outside Greeters CONNECT Greeters extend a positive and genuine welcome to MeadowBrook guests and members, setting the tone for a meaningful time of Worship, Life Group, fellowship and special events. (Be prepared to spend time outside!) Greeters welcome MeadowBrook guests and members with smiles and handshakes as they approach our facilities Give directions to guests when needed Be consistent in participation and willing to commit to serve on Sunday mornings and/or Wednesday nights Make a positive first impression to guests Be outgoing, friendly, interested in people, positive and energetic Demonstrate the Leadership of Jesus Christ in your life and be a witness for Him Member of MeadowBrook Baptist Church Know that God has called you to this leadership position Give the home God s priority Regularly attend and support the ministries of MeadowBrook Baptist Church Lay Leader: Randy Elrod

8 First Impressions: Parking Lot Hosts CONNECT Parking Lot Hosts are greeters for MeadowBrook guests and members. They help set the tone for a meaningful time of worship, Life Group, fellowship and special events. Greet guests and members at entrances and exits as they arrive and depart Direct traffic when needed Assist guests and members in locating a parking space when needed Give directions to guests when needed Be consistent in participation and willing to commit to serve on Sunday mornings Show responsibility by providing a substitute when needed Enjoy meeting people and making them feel welcome Outgoing, friendly, courteous, interested in people, positive, and energetic Lay Leader: Marlon Albright Van Lockridge, Senior Adult & Pastoral Care Pastor

9 First Impressions: Shuttle Service CONNECT Participants in the Shuttle Service extend a positive and genuine greeting in the parking lots to MeadowBrook guests and members. They further set the tone for a meaningful time of worship, Life Group, fellowship, and special events by transporting them to and from parking lots. Drive a golf cart through the church parking lots, transporting guests and members to and from their vehicles and church buildings Give directions to guests when needed Be consistent in participation and willing to commit to serve on Sunday mornings Show responsibility by providing a substitute when absent Enjoy meeting people and making them feel welcome Outgoing, friendly, interested in people, positive, and energetic At least age 16 with a valid driver s license Lay Leaders: Marlon Albright Van Lockridge, Senior Adult & Pastoral Care Pastor

10 First Impressions: Ushers CONNECT Ushers participate in the worship services by making everyone feel welcome. Ushers are people used by the Holy Spirit to relax those attending, making them feel more comfortable readying them for worship and to hear the Word of God preached. Help create an atmosphere of love, unity, excitement and worship Assist in greeting members and guest Help members and guests find seating when needed, by escorting them to their seats in their designated zone Distribute worship programs and other handouts when needed Collect tithes and offerings Attend regularly Provide a substitute when absent Demonstrate the Lordship of Jesus Christ in your life and be a witness for Him Member of MeadowBrook Baptist Church Know that God has called you to this leadership position Give the home God s priority Regularly attend and support the ministries of MeadowBrook Baptist Church Lay Leader: Ron Crawford / Randy Edrod

11 First Impressions: Welcome Center Hosts CONNECT Welcome Center Hosts extend a positive and genuine welcome to MeadowBrook guests and assist them in finding their place at MeadowBrook in worship, Life Group, special events, etc. Welcome guests with smiles and handshakes as they approach the Welcome Center Help guests determine appropriate age-graded Life Group class and then escorts them to the designated room Be consistent in participation and willing to commit to serve on Sunday mornings and/or Wednesday nights, and/or special events Be outgoing, friendly, interested in people, positive and energetic Show responsibility by providing a substitute when needed Demonstrate the Lordship of Jesus Christ in your life and be a witness for Him Member of MeadowBrook Baptist Church Know that God has called you to this leadership position Give the home God s priority Regularly attend and support the ministries of MeadowBrook Baptist Church Lay Leaders: Steve Carroll Jason Pierce

12 First Impressions: Emergency Response Team CONNECT Help create a safe environment for all of those on campus during worship services and special events. Patrol campus areas to ensure safety and advise where attention is needed Be dedicated and provide attention to details and areas in providing security. Sunday morning during worship service and special ministry events Member of MeadowBrook Baptist Church Know God has called you to this ministry position Background in security Not afraid of conflict Proactive in actions Lay Leader: Randy Elrod Karl Strain Rick Weeks

13 First Impressions: Decision Counselor CONNECT To help support ministry team during invitation time. Escort those making decisions to the Round Room to counsel them in their decision for Christ. Be available during and after service to pray and help with individuals decisions for Christ Be grounded in God s Word Be a servant to others Be an encourager Have strong discernment Lay Leaders: Tom Bentley Brandon Snyder

14 Preschool Ministry: Extended Teaching Care SERVE Our purpose is to make the most of every hour a child is in our care on a Sunday morning by extending teaching in a safe, loving and worshipful environment. ETC is a ministry provided to Infants through 5 year olds and their parents Realize the importance of Preschool Ministry Commit to giving children your best Serve in ETC during 8:00 and 11:00 sessions on a rotating schedule A desire to grow closer to the Lord each day and be a witness for Him Member of MeadowBrook Baptist Church A love for children and their families A desire to teach children and minister to their families Vickey Weeks, Preschool & Families Minister

15 Preschool Ministry: Teacher GROW Preschool Life Group exists to minister to the Word of God to His smallest ones on Sunday mornings in a relevant and fun way. Teachers help parents lay a foundation that will be built upon each day as the children grow and mature in their faith. We teach Life Group with age appropriate Bible truths using a variety of learning approaches. It is our goal to create new and smaller classes to promote a better learning atmosphere and greater outreach to children and their parents. Realize the importance of preschool ministry Commit to give children your best Commit to work with others in unity and love Keep a joyful and positive attitude Serve in Life Group during the 9:30 session A desire to grow closer to the Lord each day and be a witness for Him A Member of MeadowBrook Baptist Church A love for children and their families A desire to teach children and minister to their families Vickey Weeks, Preschool & Families Minister

16 Preschool Ministry: Wednesday Night Team GROW Our purpose is to provide an environment that encourages children to love Jesus and to learn more about Him. This ministry is for infants and 3 & 4 year olds on Wednesday nights. We use a variety of learning approaches to teach children about Jesus. Realize the importance of Preschool Ministry Commit to giving children your best to children Meets weekly at 6:00 pm. Be prepared to arrive at 5:45 pm to insure a good start A desire to grow closer to the Lord each day and be a witness for Him Member of MeadowBrook Baptist Church A love for children and their families A desire to teach children and minister to their families Vickey Weeks, Preschool & Families Minister

17 MeadowBrook Weekday Education Grow Proverbs 22:6 says, Train up a child in the way he should go; and when he is old, he will not depart from it. We believe that the best possible place for a child to be trained is at home with a parent or family member. In the day in which we live however, this is training up children in the way they should go - in a Christian environment. The preschool/daycare is a non-profit ministry of MeadowBrook Baptist Church sharing the Good News of Jesus with every boy and girl, man and woman. OUR VALUES... We believe that: 1) Children should be treated as unique individuals created in the image of GOD. 2) Our program will address the need of the whole child, body, mind and spirit, and build upon the child s strength by promoting: the development of self-esteem by understanding that GOD made me! a sense of caring for others self-control social interaction skills based upon biblical principles interest and involvement in activities that help children learn and grow 3) Our facility provides a feeling of safety and security, in addition to providing opportunities for learning and problem solving. 4) Families will be expected and encouraged to be involved with the Day Care s programs and activities. 5) MeadowBrook Weekday Education serves as a supplement to the God-ordained responsibilities of parents for the care and education of their children. The staff of MBWE is experienced in working with young children. Our staff participates in a continuous program of in-service education and studies for professional advancement in order to remain alert to the ever-changing needs of today s families and change in our community. Katelyn Smith, Director Sabrina Trimble, Assistant Director

18 Children s Ministry: Kidsync Teacher Grow We want every child who participates in Kidsync to grow up and say: 1) I need to make the wise choice. 2) I can trust God no matter what. 3) I should treat others the way I want to be treated. Kidsync is a unique approach to Life Group where children have the opportunity to connect with other children in a large group setting and be with kids their own age in a small group setting. In small group, they also engage with the small group leader. Teachers are small group leaders. They work with the kids on activities that reiterate the Bible story taught in Large Group by the Children s Minister. They will serve in the Life Group hour. A personal relationship with Jesus Christ A passion to teach kids to worship A desire to reach children for Christ An attitude of faithfulness and commitment Kristi Nichols, Children & Family Production Minister

19 KidStuf: Family Production Ministry CONNECT GROW We want every child who participates in KidStuf to grow up and say: 1) I need to make the wise choice. 2) I can trust God no matter what. 3) I should treat others the way I want to be treated. KidStuf is a 60 minute Children s Production for children that uses music, drama, storytelling, and games to inspire our kids in their relationship with Christ. Volunteers will serve on Wednesday nights from 6:00-7:00 pm, and positions that require practice will rehearse from 7:00-8:00 pm on Wednesday nights. A personal relationship with Jesus Christ A passion to teach kids to worship A desire to reach children for Christ An attitude of faithfulness and commitment Kristi Nichols, Children & Family Production Minister

20 KidStuf: Actors Grow We want every child who participates in KidStuf to grow up and say: 1) I need to make the wise choice. 2) I can trust God no matter what. 3) I should treat others the way I want to be treated. Adults play the roles of kids in a clubhouse that learn to use virtue and Bible stories/truths to help them deal with problems and situations. Volunteers will serve on Wednesday nights from 6:00-7:00 pm, and positions that require practice will rehearse from 7:00-8:00 pm on Wednesday nights. A personal relationship with Jesus Christ A passion to teach kids to worship A desire to reach children for Christ An attitude of faithfulness and commitment Kristi Nichols, Children & Family Production Minister

21 KidStuf: Singers CONNECT GROW We want every child who participates in KidStuf to grow up and say: 1) I need to make the wise choice. 2) I can trust God no matter what. 3) I should treat others the way I want to be treated. Sing and lead with high energy songs that help kids learn to worship through music. Volunteers will serve on Wednesday nights from 6:00-7:00 pm, and positions that require practice will rehearse at a designated time. A personal relationship with Jesus Christ A passion to teach kids to worship A desire to reach children for Christ An attitude of faithfulness and commitment Kristi Nichols, Children & Family Production Minister

22 KidStuf: Media Grow We want every child who participates in KidStuf to grow up and say: 1) I need to make the wise choice. 2) I can trust God no matter what. 3) I should treat others the way I want to be treated. Operate video cameras, lighting, and audio equipment during KidStuf Volunteers will serve on Wednesday nights from 6:00-7:00 pm, and positions that require practice will rehearse from 7:00-8:00 pm on Wednesday nights. A personal relationship with Jesus Christ A passion to teach kids to worship A desire to reach children for Christ An attitude of faithfulness and commitment Kristi Nichols, Children & Family Production Minister

23 KidStuf: Crowd Control CONNECT GROW We want every child who participates in KidStuf to grow up and say: 1) I need to make the wise choice. 2) I can trust God no matter what. 3) I should treat others the way I want to be treated. Help maintain house rules with kids while sitting with them on the floor Volunteers will serve on Wednesday nights from 5:45-7:15 pm A personal relationship with Jesus Christ A passion to teach kids to worship A desire to reach children for Christ An attitude of faithfulness and commitment Kristi Nichols, Children & Family Production Minister

24 KidStuf: Resource Grow We want every child who participates in KidStuf to grow up and say: 1) I need to make the wise choice. 2) I can trust God no matter what. 3) I should treat others the way I want to be treated. Help in the selling of KidStuf resources, i.e. T-shirts, etc. Volunteers will serve on Wednesday nights from 5:45-7:15 pm A personal relationship with Jesus Christ A passion to teach kids to worship A desire to reach children for Christ An attitude of faithfulness and commitment Kristi Nichols, Children & Family Production Minister

25 Student Ministry: Summer Camp CONNECT SERVE The student ministry of MeadowBrook Baptist Church exists to create an engaging environment where student and student leaders/parents can come together to encounter God through meaningful and passionate worship and Bible Study. Room Monitors Cooks Small Group Leaders Chaperones who serve at a week long camp off the campus of MeadowBrook Build relationships with students through intentional connections Show love and compassion to all students who attend Must be willing to share a room with multiple students Must pass background check Individuals able to relate to students Must have a growing relationship with Jesus Be ready to intentionally engage in ministry in students Matt Fike, Student Pastor / matt@meadowbrookbaptist.com 25

26 Student Ministry: Winter Retreat CONNECT SERVE The student ministry of MeadowBrook Baptist Church exists to create an engaging environment where student and student leaders/parents can come together to encounter God through meaningful and passionate worship and Bible Study. Small group leaders/chaperones who serve at mini-camp usually before the first of the year off campus of MeadowBrook. Build relationships with students through intentional connections Show love and compassion to all students who attend Must be willing to share a room with multiple students Pass background check Individuals able to relate to students Must have a growing relationship with Jesus Be ready to intentionally engage in ministry in students Matt Fike, Student Pastor / matt@meadowbrookbaptist.com 26

27 Student Ministry: Media SERVE The student ministry of MeadowBrook Baptist Church exists to help students connect with other believers in the community and diving into God s Word in a more relaxed environment. Media Booth worker for Wednesday night student worship service at 6:00 & 7:15 pm Should consistently attend Wednesday night student worship service Should be willing to meet with Matt 1 hour prior to our worship service each week Should know or be willing to be taught Microsoft PowerPoint & Easy Worship Should know or be willing to be taught Microsoft Publisher Should know or be willing to be taught how to use our sound equipment board as well as Blu-Ray and other media players Matt Fike, Student Pastor / matt@meadowbrookbaptist.com 27

28 Student Ministry: Sunday Morning Life Group Leader CONNECT GROW SERVE The student ministry of MeadowBrook Baptist Church exists to create an engaging environment where student and student leaders/parents can come together to encounter God through meaningful and passionate worship and Bible Study. Serve as spiritual shepherd to small group of students Teach the Word of God in speech and in life Seek to be intentional in building relationships with students Growing personal relationship with the Lord Passion to see students grow in their walks with the Lord Commitment to make disciples who make disciples Prepared each week to proclaim the Word of God to students Intentional effort made to connect with students each week beyond Sunday morning Member of MeadowBrook Baptist Church Know God is calling you to shepherd students Demonstrate a growing walk with God Anyone interested in working with students must meet with Matt Fike and pass a back ground check Matt Fike, Student Pastor / matt@meadowbrookbaptist.com 28

29 Student Ministry: Wednesday Night Adult Minister SERVE The student ministry of MeadowBrook Baptist Church exists to create an engaging environment where student and student leaders/parents can come together to encounter God through meaningful and passionate worship and Bible Study. Wednesday Night Adult Minister Adults sensing God s call to invest in the lives of our students during our Wednesday night worship service should build consistency in attendance for the purpose of building consistency in relationships Must pass background check Prior to becoming a worker with our students, those interested should meet with Matt Fike Should be a member of MeadowBrook Baptist Church A heart that loves Jesus and is compassionate to our Middle and High School Students Matt Fike, Student Pastor / matt@meadowbrookbaptist.com 29

30 Student Ministry: Event Chaperone CONNECT SERVE The student ministry of MeadowBrook Baptist Church exists to create an engaging environment where student and student leaders/parents can come together to encounter God through meaningful and passionate worship and Bible Study. Chaperone for events that take place with the student ministry of MeadowBrook Baptist Church Adults willing to work with our students on mission trips, camps or recreational outings, should come prepared to serve. Rather than simply keeping students in line, our adult chaperones are the ones on the front lines offering encouragement and building relationships Must pass background check Meet with Matt to schedule times when you will attend our worship services prior to our event BE FLEXIBLE - there are times when we will need to make adjustments to our event Have a personal relationship with Jesus and be a witness for Him Matt Fike, Student Pastor / matt@meadowbrookbaptist.com 30

31 Education/Maturity: Life Group Leader CONNECT GROW / SERVE The Life Group Leader is the primary Shepherd of the Life Group, and responsible for teaching God s Word in truth, deepening relationships with God and each member of the Group through facilitating biblical discussion and fostering Christian fellowship, while encouraging each member to become a multiplying disciple. Serve as the Bible study leader and strive to lead students to life change through the study of God s Word Encourage discussion of God s Word in truth Oversee the group Leadership Team Develop leaders to rightly handle and teach God s Word Create new Life Groups when attendance averages 25 on a consistent basis A growing personal relationship with God through Bible study and prayer Growing in Godly relationship and fellowship with Life Group members Lead the class by example and involvement Disciple members who are qualified to teach, so that they may become a Life Group Leader of either a new Group or the current Group Demonstrate the Lordship of Jesus Christ in your life and be a witness for Him Member of MeadowBrook Baptist Church Know that God has called you to this leadership position Give the home God s priority Hunter Hindsman

32 Education/Maturity: Women s Ministry CONNECT GROW SERVE To provide ladies with meaningful opportunities for fellowship, worship, discipleship and mentoring, functioning at a level of excellence while fulfilling the mission of MeadowBrook. Women s ministry will encompass evangelism, discipleship, and fellowship through Bible study opportunities, banquets, mentoring, retreats, conferences, prayer partners and more. That women will be committed and help meet needs by volunteering for services such as greeters for morning and evening Bible studies and at banquets; to host and decorate tables at banquets; teachers for bible studies and craft classes. Have a heart for other women to know and grow in Christ; be willing to serve, be faithful, be friendly and be an encourager. Lay Leader: Pam Clough Patsy Snyder

33 Education/Maturity: Men s Ministry CONNECT GROW SERVE Mentoring men of all ages in the disciplines of a Godly Man. What is a Godly Man? A man full of love, honor, respect for God. A man who gives good instruction based on the firm foundation of the Bible. A man who is covenant with God, full of grace, forgiveness, compassion and is obedient to God and His precepts. Luke 11:9-13 The Men s Ministry involves men and boys in social activities, outings, conferences, ministry programs and evangelistic opportunities and a quarterly worship service called Man Church. Priority time with God Family prayer life Making sound decisions Fatherhood/husband Being or becoming a Christian leader Have an interest in fellowship Open to all ages Be a servant to others Be willing to enrich your life in friendship and servanthood Randy Gunter, Senior Pastor

34 Senior Adult Ministry CONNECT GROW SERVE To have an active growing body of believers, where each individual, regardless of abilities or circumstances, is inspired to use his/her talents in ministry for Jesus and for MeadowBrook Baptist Church. This ministry will provide opportunities for service, for spiritual growth and for fellowship. Your strong love for each other will prove to the world that you are My disciples. (John 13:35) Ministry opportunities in such areas as the Homebound, Nursing Homes residence, a Card Ministry and more. One day trips, Overnight trips and Special Events: Valentine Banquet, Annual Fish Fry, J.O.Y. Luncheons, 90th Birthday Parties. That each member serves as the Holy Spirit directs, to use talents that God has given and that each member participates in fellowship events to get to know their church family and share each others burdens and joys. Everyone 55+ welcome! Van Lockridge, Senior Adult & Pastoral Care Pastor

35 Evangelism/Missions: Global Missions Efforts CONNECT GROW SERVE The global missions efforts of MeadowBrook seek to partner with communities in various countries in order to bring about wholistic (physical and spiritual) Gospel transformation, whereby a community, region and country are completely transformed by the multiplication of the Gospel among the people there to the glory of God. Our church utilizes the CHE strategy in accomplishing the goal of our global partnerships. CHE stands for Community Health Evangelism. It is a missions strategy that integrates evangelism and discipleship with community based development. Our church is a partner with Global CHE Network, a network made up of churches and organizations from many different denominations who work together in wholistic and transformational ministry throughout the world. There are numerous mission trip opportunities throughout the world. The skills, gifts, and talents of our entire faith family are needed in some way in our global efforts. For more information on specific trips or the strategy, please check out our webpage at: Participate in the pre-trip planning/training as appropriate for each trip Acquire a valid passport Some trips may require immunizations and/or other medicine (i.e. for malaria) Willingness to go to where the Lord has called and do what is needed among the nations to bring about Gospel transformation Mike Niemi, Missions Pastor

36 Evangelism/Missions: Open Hands CONNECT SERVE The purpose of Open Hands is to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the people in our area living at or below the poverty line. Through Open Hands we provide food, clothing and hygiene products to meet the physical needs. We also engage them spiritually with our counselors as they have a chance to speak the Gospel to people and pray with them. We are working towards furthering the ministry in 2014 through offering job coaching and planning to plant a church. Warehouse Team: picking up food from Food Bank in Birmingham, packing and sorting boxes of food at the warehouse and delivering them to the Open Hands building Front Desk Team: keeps the process running smoothly, organizing records of Open Hands recipients when they come through the door Distribution Team: helps to carry food, clothing, and hygiene products to people s cars when Open Hands is open Clothing Team: sorts clothing as it is donated to Open hands, hanging it in the closets and rotating it out to the big room where people will select it Counseling Team: talking with people about their needs, how to pray for them and sharing the Gospel with them, following up with them in discipling relationships Job Coaching Team: build relationships with people through a 6 week training course that engages people in the basics of obtaining and keeping a job as well as what the Bible says about our work & lives Exemplify a servant s heart; Encourage others; Minister to spiritual and physical needs Compassionate heart Willingness to do manual labor Willingness to share Jesus with others Spiritual Gifts: mercy, helps and evangelism Mike Niemi, Missions Pastor

37 Evangelism/Missions: The Way of the Cross CONNECT SERVE The purpose of this ministry effort is to serve and connect with people who are not connected to a local church and are living at or below the poverty line in an way that reflects the truth and love of Christ. Way of the Cross is a local, multi-denominational ministry that feeds those living at or below the poverty line in Etowah County and teaches them through weekly Bible studies to adults and children. MeadowBrook is invested into Way of the Cross weekly as we have different teams each week prepare, cook, and serve the Thursday lunch meal at Way of the Cross. The food prep teams meet at the MeadowBrook kitchen at 7:30 am each Thursday, while the serving teams show up at the WOTC building at 10:30am. We also help out with a Friday night children s program and their big Christmas event. Must be genuinely willing to help others whatever their circumstances in life may be Work in teams on a rotating schedule Be faithful to your commitment to serve Must have a willing servant s heart and a smile to share Lay Leaders: Mike Coin

38 Evangelism/Missions: Good News Club CONNECT GROW The purpose of Good News Clubs is to evangelize boys and girls with the Gospel of Jesus and disciple them in the Word of God as well as to integrate them into a local church to grow in their faith. Good News Club is a weekly afterschool program at Eura Brown Elementary and Striplin Elementary where MeadowBrook is able to love on children and share the good news of Jesus with them. Each week the teachers present a Bible story, songs, a memory verse, a missions story and other games and activities during the course of an hour. The children who wish to participate in the club stay after school on Tuesday afternoons for an hour (3:00-4:00) and must have a signed parental permission slip. Be a part of a team that aims to help children trust in Jesus as their Lord and Savior and help them grow in their faith through various activities Build relationships with kids and discipline them in love if needed Must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be a witness for Him A love for children and a desire to reach them on their level An attitude of faithfulness and commitment A friendly, sweet spirit Lay Leaders: Anita Hill Steve Johnson

39 Evangelism/Missions: WOM (Women on Mission) CONNECT GROW SERVE WOM is a missions program that has one purpose: To help the church fulfill its mission by involving all its members in missions. Pray for and give to missions, do missions, learn about missions develop spiritually toward a missions lifestyle, and participate in the work of the church. Meet once a month for an hour and a half to learn of the specific needs and prayer requests of our missionaries in Gadsden, North America and around the world and to pray for them. This group is for women 18 years of age and older who have a desire to grow in their relationship with Christ, develop a servant s heart and attitude and discover the joy of missions. Lay Leaders: Director Mary Wade Assistant Director Rose Ann Wade

40 Worship: Celebration Choir CONNECT GROW SERVE The Celebration Choir exists to be a ministry family within the church that will multiply and cultivate authentic worshippers through a focused lifestyle of worship unto the Lord. The Celebration Choir participates in the Worship Ministry by leading the corporate expression of worship in song, exalting the Lord through the presentation of special music offerings, and evangelizing the lost and edifying believers through the presentation of special productions. Members of the Celebration Choir serve in worship services, each Sunday and attend rehearsal each Wednesday night at 7:00 p.m. in the Worship Center, as well as extra rehearsals for special productions or services. A desire to serve A heart for worship An attitude of faithfulness and commitment Kevin Boyd, Worship Pastor

41 Worship: Praise Team CONNECT GROW SERVE The Praise Team exists to be a ministry family within the church that will multiply and cultivate authentic worshippers through a focused lifestyle of worship unto the Lord. The Praise Team participates in the Worship Ministry by leading the corporate expression of worship in song, exalting the Lord through the presentation of special music offerings, and evangelizing the lost and edifying believers through the presentation of special productions. Members of the Praise Team serve in worship services, each Sunday and attend rehearsal each Wednesday night at 7:00 p.m. in the Worship Center and Sunday evening rehearsals, as well as extra rehearsals for special productions or services. A desire to serve An attitude of faithfulness and commitment Interview with the Worship Pastor A heart for worship Kevin Boyd, Worship Pastor

42 Worship: Worship Band CONNECT GROW SERVE The Worship Band seeks to lead the body of Christ in the worship of Almighty God, exalt the Lord through music, encourage believers, and reach the lost. The Worship Band participates in the Worship Ministry by leading the corporate expression of worship in song, exalting the Lord through the presentation of special musical offerings and accompanying special presentations. Members of the Worship Band serve in worship services each Sunday, and attend rehearsal each Wednesday night at 8:15 p.m. in the Worship Center. A desire to serve A heart for worship An attitude of faithfulness and commitment Interview with the Worship Pastor Kevin Boyd, Worship Pastor

43 Worship: Horn Section CONNECT GROW SERVE The Horn Section seeks to lead the body of Christ in the worship of Almighty God, exalt the Lord through music, encourage believers, and reach the lost. The Horn Section participates in the Worship Ministry by leading the corporate expression of worship in song, exalting the Lord through the presentation of special musical offerings and accompanying special presentations. Members of the Horn Section serve in worship services every other Sunday, and attend rehearsal every other Wednesday night at 7:00 p.m. in the Round Room. A desire to serve A heart for worship An attitude of faithfulness and commitment Interview with the Worship Pastor/Horn Section Leader Horn Section Leader Curtis Burttram

44 Worship: Sound SERVE The Sound Team seeks to exalt the Lord, encourage believers, and reach the lost through the medium of sound. Members of the Sound Team participate in the Worship Ministry by engineering audio levels through operation of our sound board in worship services, rehearsals, and special events. Team members must be faithful, dependable, self-motivated, and committed to their tasks while having a teachable mindset. Each member serves on rotation and attends the choir rehearsal prior to their Sunday to serve. A desire to serve A heart for ministry and teamwork A teachable spirit An attitude of faithfulness and commitment A genuine love for Christ and others Technologically inclined Daniel Doak, Minister of Media

45 Worship: Lighting SERVE The Lighting Team seeks to exalt the Lord, encourage believers, and reach the lost through the medium of lighting. Members of the Lighting Team participate in the Worship Ministry by helping create an atmosphere of worship through lighting during worship services and special events. Team members must be faithful, dependable, self-motivated, and committed to their tasks while having a teachable mindset. A desire to serve A heart for ministry and teamwork A teachable spirit An attitude of faithfulness and commitment A genuine love for Christ and others Technologically inclined Daniel Doak, Minister of Media

46 Worship: Video SERVE The Video Team seeks to exalt the Lord, encourage believers, and reach the lost through the medium of video. Members of the Video Team will participate in the Worship Ministry through camera operation, projection of song lyrics on screens, or recording live stream of sermon during worship services, rehearsals or special events. Team members must be faithful, dependable, self-motivated, and committed to their tasks while having a teachable mindset. A desire to serve A heart for ministry and teamwork A teachable spirit An attitude of faithfulness and commitment A genuine love for Christ and others Technologically inclined Daniel Doak, Minister of Media

47 Worship: Radio Broadcast SERVE The Radio Broadcast Team seeks to exalt the Lord, encourage believers, and reach the lost through the medium of radio broadcasting. Members of the Radio Broadcast Team will digitally mix and record the 8:00 a.m. Sunday worship service and deliver finished product to the radio station. Team members must be faithful, dependable, self-motivated, and committed to their tasks while having a teachable mindset. A desire to serve A heart for ministry and teamwork A teachable spirit An attitude of faithfulness and commitment A genuine love for Christ and others Technologically inclined Daniel Doak, Minister of Media

48 Pastoral Care/Allay: Homebound Division SERVE To reach out with love and concern for our homebound members; keeping them informed and in touch with their church family. Have one person to check on weekly Take flowers at Christmas (provided by the church) Take a meal on Wednesday nights, if needed (provided by the church) Take Sunday School materials Take books, magazines, etc. This will only require one to two hours of your time per month but will provide endless hours of joy to the person that you visit. Compassion and love for people! Lay Leader: Pat Simmons /

49 Pastoral Care/Allay: Nursing Home Division SERVE To reach out to show love and concern for our members in the Nursing Home community, keeping them connected to their church family. Visit local nursing homes. Read to residents. Write notes for residents to mail. Take Sunday School literature and magazines. Send cards to residents other areas of service offering touches from our church family. Be willing to commit 2 hours of your time per month Must love people Lay Leader: Pat Simmons /

50 Pastoral Care/Allay: Compassionate Communication Division SERVE To provide notes, cards and letters of encouragement to connect with our shut-ins and let them know that their church family remembers them, prays for them and cares about them. Send a card or note to each shut-in once a month. The cards may be of different types, computer generated, store bought, etc. The church will provide the cards and postage. One card per month to each shut-in Concerned Caring Compassionate Lay Leader: Pat Simmons /

51 Pastoral Care: Condolence Team SERVE To show our compassion and concern in a comforting way by providing meals for families who have lost loved ones. A team of caring people who prepare foods to be taken to homes of bereaved families or the families may be served in our dining room. Serve as a team member, on a rotating schedule, to provide food for families who have lost a loved one. Concern Compassion Caring Love Lay Leader: Judy Cunningham

52 Food Service Ministry SERVE The food service team uses the opportunity of providing physical nourishment to help connect others to MeadowBrook and Christ. The food service team helps provide physical nourishment to those in the church, community, and those that are homebound. Serve as a team member, on a rotating schedule, to provide food for families who have lost a loved one. Respect for others Flexible schedules Dependable Servant minded Teachable spirit Tammy Cornelius

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