Ministries - Christian Education

Christian Education

We will be real in our worship and constant in our prayers

We will use the Bible as our guide for deepening our relationship with God and strengthening our relationship with each other.

We will show our love for others through Christian service and missions.

We will be a voice for justice in our community.

We will seek to make our neighborhoods better by using the life of Jesus as our example in community involvement and service.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

THE BIBLE INSTITUTE offers classes for basically everyone wanting to establish a closer walk with God through His Word. Youth and adults are able to study in a meaningful, age appropriate atmosphere each week. Lessons are

conducted in 9 week sessions. Bible Institute classes are held each Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m.

April R. Rhinehardt, Coordinator Bible Institute

SUNDAY SCHOOL is the primary vehicle for Christian education in our Church. Sunday School meets every Sunday with classes for all ages from nursery to adults, The Sunday School is where we learn more about God, about His expectations for us, and about the Bible. Every member of the Church should be a member of the Sunday School. Transportation for Sunday School is also available each week for those needing a ride.

Betty Baldwin, General Superintendent

VACATION Bible School is an annual summer event which combines Christian education, evangelism, and recreation for adults and children. VBS lasts for one week in the summer. The VBS meets in the evening and affords an opportunity for Bible study, learning, fellowship, refreshments, games and fun. Classes are held for all ages.

April R. Rhinehardt, Director Vacation

"BUDDY CLUB" MINISTRY pairs new members with other members of our Church to develop friendships and partnerships for new members in our Church. Each new member gets a "buddy" who will help the new member adjust to our Church.

Jacqueline Spikes, President

HOSPITALITY COMMITTEE prepares food for various events in our Church and fosters fellowship among our members and friends. Persons who enjoy cooking, like serving food, and don't mind going grocery shopping

should think about working here.

Rose Odom, Chairperson

LAYMEN'S LEAGUE is an organization of men, united by a common Christian belief, who come together for mutual support, Christian growth, and for Church and community service. The League sponsors events, activities, and service projects throughout the year to bring men together in heart and in spirit.

Dan Douglass, President

S.W.A.T. stands for "Special Works Action Team." This group is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing special projects and events for the Church. Their work takes place at various times throughout the year. If you don't mind hard work and like to be creative and different, the SWAT is waiting for you.

Latoya Bethea, President

WELCOME" MINISTRY is our continuing effort to make our guests feel special and at home whenever worshipping in Temple Memorial Church. Greeters are available during all worship services to minister to our visiting friends. If you like people, have a broad smile, and like helping others, this may be a place you would like to serve.

Virginia Siler, President

LORD We Pray...

• That every member of our ministry becomes actively involved in worship, witnessing, and financing the work of God. (Romans 12: 1-2)
• That all members desiring to work will be employed. (II Peter 1:3)
• For revival within the life of every member in the Body of Christ. (Psalm 85: 4-9)
• That the members would be led by the Holy Spirit to witness on a weekly basis by inviting people to church and leading people to accept Christ as Savior. (Matthew 28: 18- 20)
• That the manifestation of the gifts of the Holy Spirit according to the needs of the local body be manifested in our lives. (I Corinthians 12:31)
• That You Oh Lord, demolish the mindsets (reasons) that keep members in our ministry from surrendering to the Lordship of Jesus Christ. (II Corinthians 10: 2-4; Psalm 7:9)
• For the members to have spiritual discernment to avoid enemy infiltration and a breach in the unity of the Spirit. (Nehemiah 4: 8-11; Acts 5:15)
• For healing of any member sick among us. (James 5:14-16)
• That members of our ministry would be committed to influencing this world, being obedient to the Great Commandment (Mark 12:30-31) and the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20)
• That members will walk in biblical unity with each other. (Ephesians 1:3)
• That the men of our ministry would be committed to godly leadership and to the vision of our Deacons and Church Leaders. (Romans 13: 1,2; Hebrews 13:7)
• That the members will be committed to reaching beyond all barriers to dem­onstrate the power of biblical love and unity.

That members, both men and women will refrain from gossip that will destroy the effectiveness of leaders and the mission of the church. (James 3: 1-7)

The Commission On Prayer will pray that the members of Temple Memorial Baptist Church will:

• develop a genuine relationship with Christ.
• experience spiritual growth
• grow in discipleship
• have more concern for others
• become active in the Church
• reach out more to everyone in the Church
• become more Christ-like
• learn how to pray
• become more receptive to learning about prayer
• be receptive to how to incorporate prayer in all facets of their lives.
• become more receptive to learning about prayer
• be receptive to being taught how to make prayer a lifestyle.

Pray without ceasing

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