Sunday Worship Procedure Guide

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1 R W Roosseeveelltt Heeiighttss Churrcch off God iin Chrriisstt Sunday Worship Procedure Guide Dr. John W. Penton, 1 Sr., Pastor

2 Roosevelt Heights Church of God in Christ Pass through, pass through the gates! Prepare the way for the people. Build up, build up the highway! Remove the stones. Raise a banner for the nations. Isaiah 62:10 Phone: (253) Fax: (253) jwpenton27@msn.com South 12 th Street Tacoma, WA Revised October 11,

3 Sunday Worship Procedure Guide Table of Contents Page # Your Mission Statement and Ministry Goals 4 Identify Roles and Responsibilities 5 Ministry Rules and Guidelines 7 Core Values for Leaders 8 Monthly Themes 9 Ministry Groups and Evangelistic Emphasis 10 Ministry Opportunities Notes 13 3

4 Roosevelt Heights Church of God in Christ Our Mission: To invoke an atmosphere charged with the manifested presence of God s spirit from beginning to end. Our Goal: To approach God in an attitude of prayer and praise that will usher in the Spirit of Pentecost. This will be realized through: Intercessory prayer before and throughout service in order to condition the hearts of the hearers who receive the Word and become doers thereof. The singing of spiritual hymns and songs during corporate worship, because God inhabits the praises of His people. The anointed Word of God that is able to make thee wise unto salvation. Godly fellowship that will promote wholesome relationships. 4

5 Sunday Worship Procedure Guide Roles and Responsibilities Program Committee: Assists in developing a program model through which Ministry Leaders can display the diverse ministries of Roosevelt Heights. Thus, inspiring others to seek God about where and how their spiritual gifts may be used to God s glory in ministering at Roosevelt Heights. (See Ministry Opportunities on pages 10&11). The committee will also help develop subtopics from monthly themes. (Refer to Monthly Themes page 8). Sunday Worship Program Coordinators: Coordinate between Program Committee and Program Worship Leaders to ensure that Program is available within 30-minutes of start of program each Sunday. 5

6 Roosevelt Heights Church of God in Christ Program Worship Leaders: Assist in providing persons to participate in program on designated Sundays. Leaders don t necessarily need to be speakers or participants, but should identify those in one of the ministries in their ministry groups to participate in each part of the program. (Refer to table on page 9 for more details). Group 1 First Sunday Group 2-Second Sunday Group 3-Third Sunday Group 4 Fourth Sunday Group 5-Fifth Sunday Program Participants- Members who are asked to participate during the Sunday Worship program. Participants are contacted by their Worship Group leader who will identify the role they re requested to play. (See Program Guidelines and Format on page 7). 6

7 Sunday Worship Procedure Guide Rules and Guidelines Ministry leaders and program committee members are approved by the Pastor. When in doubt, ask the Pastor or his designee. Program participants are expected to adhere to these guiding principles: Be accountable and responsible. If you re unable to fulfill your commitment, let the person in charge know at least a week in advance, if possible. Be prepared and prayerful. Attend corporate prayer the morning of the program. Arrive at church at least 30-minutes before the start of service. Preferred Program Format and Time Limit: Prayer Scripture Reading Praise/Worship (targeted time 15 minutes or as the spirit dictates.) Welcome- Featured Ministry-5 minutes Theme Speaker (One person from any of the ministry groups, 10- minute limit) Offering Choir Selection (s) *Sermon Special services may be altered to accommodate the emphasis of the service such as communion or Christmas programs. It is important to be mindful of the time of each participant. *The Sermon is the main focus. Therefore the messenger should be put up to speak as early as possible in order to minister and preach; prayer, sermon, altar call, etc. 7

8 Roosevelt Heights Church of God in Christ Core Values for Worship Leaders: There are many core values leaders should consider. Pastor urges leaders of Worship to embrace certain core values that will equip them to successfully minister: Prayer- Open your heart to allow God s involvement in every aspect of your ministry. Servant Leadership-Have a sincere concern for people, and a willingness to be accountable as you equip and inspire others to use their gifts in the body of Christ. Team Ministry- Work together for the good of the body as a whole, using your individual gifts. Proactive Response to Change-Be creative and flexible in your method of ministry, but always maintaining the message of Christ. Intentionality-facilitate the implementation of systems to prepare, connect, and equip people for ministry inside and outside the walls of the church. 8

9 Sunday Worship Procedure Guide Monthly Themes MONTH January February March April THEME Prayer and Praise Sanctification Working of the Gifts Working of Evangelism May Pentecost (May 19, 2013) June July August September Helping Others Prophecy Revival Walking in Faith October The Church and its Work November December Healing The Life of Jesus 9

10 Roosevelt Heights Church of God in Christ Ministry Groups and Evangelistic Emphasis Group 1 Worship Group 2 Small Groups Group 3 Education Group 4 Helps Group 5 Evangelism Altar Ministry Seniors Ministry Children Ministry Adjutant Evangelism Deacons MOD Squad Sunday School Benevolence Outreach Deaconess Ministers Music Ministry Prayer Ministry Women in Ministry Tape Marriage Ministry Youth (YPWW) Bible Study Elijah s Basket Hospitality Public Relations Ushers Prison & Jail Follow-up Singles Ministry Evangelistic Emphasis: The focus on each Sunday is designed to encourage member participation in creating opportunities to invite or bring new or non-members to church while reaching out to the community in fellowship. To that end, refreshments will be served after each service. See explanation for 2 nd through 5 th Sundays: 2 nd Bring a friend as your guest on that day 3 rd Surprise Sunday will give gifts and award to person(s) who happen to be seated in one of the pews secretly labeled prior to worship. 4 th - Bring or invite relatives to worship 5 th - Name Tag and Potluck is a time to be identified with Name Tags as well as a time for members to share their favorite dish. First Sunday Second Sunday Third Sunday Fourth Sunday Fifth Sunday Communion Bring A Friend Sunday Surprise Sunday Name Tag Kinfolk Sunday Potluck Sunday 10

11 Sunday Worship Procedure Guide Ministry Opportunities Adjutant Altar Benevolence Elders and Ministers Evangelism/Outreach Tape and Audio Hospitality Ushers Sunday School Prayer Children Church Youth Ministry/Young People Willing Workers (Y.P.W.W.) Ministry Description Provides assistance to the Pastor and Wife. Helps with the altar prayer and follow-up those that come to the altar. This ministry provides charitable assistance to the members that are in need. Provides support to the wives of the elders and ministers Provides Clothing, blankets and gloves to those without shelter as it shares the love of Christ. Records and make tapes available to others. Provides help serving during events such as socials and funerals, etc. Goes far beyond opening the doors to the church. The purpose as an usher is to represent Christ to all that come to worship at the church. Assist in the administration and operation of the Sunday School and provides classes for all age groups. Intercessory prayer is essential to the life of the church. Each member is encouraged to pray for the mission of the church. The Bible says that Men should always pray. If you need prayer, please contact us. Provides training and worship for children ages 5-10 years old To expose young people to God s love through Jesus Christ, to Equip them with the necessary tools to Exalt God, Enjoy 11

12 Roosevelt Heights Church of God in Christ Marriage Works Women in Ministry Men of Distinction (M.O.D.) Squad Single Adult Seniors Music Public Relations other believers, and Experience the work of ministry.. Provides support for marriages and training for those that want to improve relationship in marriage. Support the vision of RHCOGIC through teaching, encouraging, equipping, and nurturing women of all ages toward spiritual maturity. Provides activities for the men of the church. Assure an ongoing, effective single adult program which ministers to the special needs of single adults and develops outreach opportunities. Assure an ongoing, effective Senior adult Program, ministering to the specific needs of seniors and developing outreach opportunities. Provides the music for the various worship services. Formulates and maintains a publicity program, which presents a positive image of Roosevelt Heights COGIC. 12

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