Serve

Following Jesus and Serving Him go hand-in-hand (Joh 12:26). Serving should, therefore, be consistent with the ministry and nature of Jesus. The vision of Ministry & Service is as follows:

  • To administer the Gospel of Jesus Christ, fulfilling the Great Commission.
  • To equip others for the work of the ministry.
  • To care for the basic needs of the church body.
  • To provide an avenue to worship God through faithful service.

Serving in the Ministry should be regarded as a privilege, with the consideration that those on the receiving end of the ministry are Jesus’ “flock”. For the following reasons, Service positions are divided into areas with qualifications for each:

  • To establish confidence and peace of mind in the Flock concerning those who Serve.
  • To clarify Servant involvement, expectations, and accountability.
  • To set goals for those interested in Serving.

Support

Service Examples: Communion Prep, Greeting, Kitchen, Pre-Service Set-Up, Post-Service Pack-Up, Snacks-rotation

  • Consistent church attendance for past three months
  • Born-again Believer (Joh 3:3, Rom 10:9)
  • Free from stumbling blocks & vices (Ac 15:29)
  • Harmony in Doctrine (Php 2:2) – see Beliefs
  • Harmony with Leadership (1Co 1:10)
  • Teachable, Submitted Spirit (Php 2:5,7–8)
  • Willingness to serve others “invisibly” without seeking recognition or praise (Col 3:23-24)
  • Reliability regarding published schedules
  • Participation in periodic called meetings
  • WATCH: Venture In Faith by Pastors Mike MacIntosh & Raul Ries
  • WATCH: The Nature of Jesus #1, #2, #3, #4 by Pastor Gayle Erwin

Administrative

Service Examples: Audio/Video, Communion, House Host, Kid’s Ministry, Security, Ushering, Worship Team

  • “Support” Qualifications
  • Consistent church attendance for past six months
  • Regular involvement in a core ministry within the church (e.g. Midweek, Prayer, Home Fellowship, Men’s, Women’s)
  • Water (non-infant) Baptism (Ac 2:38)
  • Good reputation and occupation (Ac 6:3, Ac 10:22), bearing “Fruit of the Spirit” (Gal 5:22-23)
  • Faithfulness (Mt 25:21,23)
    • Individually (to the Lord)
    • Interpersonally (to one’s spouse, family, friends, associations, occupations)
    • Ecclesiastically (to the Church)
      • Faithful in past ministry duties & responsibilities
      • Godly interaction & servanthood within the Body
      • Consistent financial support
      • Singularity & priority of fellowship
  • READ: Calvary Chapel Distinctives (eBook) by Pastor Chuck Smith

Leadership

Service Examples: Adult & Congregational Teacher, Deacon, Elder, Ministry Leader, Worship Leader

  • “Administrative” Qualifications
  • Godly character and practice (1Ti 3:8-13, Tit 1:5-6)
  • Have read through the Bible at least once and continuing to do so
  • Practices regular Bible study, devotion, and scripture memorization
  • Clear understanding and communication of Systematic Theology
  • WATCH: Learn The Bible In 24 Hours by Dr Chuck Missler

Pastoral

  • “Leadership” Qualifications
  • Seasoned steward of sound doctrine (1Ti 3:1-7, Tit 1:7-9)
  • Heart for people
  • Called by God

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