Parker Memorial MBC Ministries & Objectives
At Parker Memorial, we encourage every member to use their God-given gifts to serve, pray, learn, and grow together — discharging the duties of our calling faithfully and efficiently.
The Act of Installation Recitals
Pastor to officers and leaders being installed, with them standing
For as much as you have been chosen to serve as officers and leaders, and having declared your willingness to serve, I hereby ask you to confirm the following:
Do you accept the responsibilities of the office into which you are being installed? And will you, insofar as you can, be committed and dedicated to discharge your duties faithfully and efficiently?
Officers and Leaders:
Before God, and in the presence of our fellow Christians, we do covenant together to give of our time, talent, and our treasure toward the fulfillment of the ministry in which we now agree to serve.
We pray for the guidance of the Holy Spirit in all our endeavors, and we strive to walk in the footsteps of the Master as we meet the challenging demands of our calling.
We also commit ourselves to study and learning more about our duties and responsibilities so we may carry out the objectives of our respective ministries as best as we can.
Ephesians 4:1-8 NKJV
1I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you to walk worthy of the calling with which you were called,
2with all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love,
3endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
4There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called in one hope of your calling;
5one Lord, one faith, one baptism;
6one God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all.
7But to each one of us grace was given according to the measure of Christ's gift.
8Therefore He says: “When He ascended on high, He led captivity captive, And gave gifts to men.”
Our Ministries & Their Objectives
Each ministry below is led by committed officers and leaders installed before God and our congregation — serving His people through their time, talent, and treasure.
Deacons Ministry
Chairman: Deacon Willis Tisdale · Vice Chairman: Deacon Ivan Mitchell
The Deacon's Ministry strives to ensure the physical, as well as some spiritual, needs of the membership are met. Our Deacons primary focus points are to provide a spirit-filled devotion service at home and abroad, attend to the physical needs of the general membership, visiting and communing the sick, and praying for the spiritual wellbeing of the Pastor and the body of Christ.
Scripture
“Therefore brethren, seek out from among you seven men of good reputation, full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business;”
— Acts 6:3
Trustee Board
Chairman: Deacon Patrick Swinton · Vice Chairman: Deacon Ivan Mitchell
Our Trustees are responsible for the operations and maintenance of all of the church's physical assets. The Trustees ensure the church vehicles are properly maintained; as well as the HVAC system, lawn equipment, kitchen appliances, and lavatories. The Trustees are responsible for the project management of the vision(s) of the church.
Scripture
“And it shall come to pass, that when they make a long blast with the ram's horn, and when ye hear the sound of the trumpet, all the people shall shout with a great shout; and the wall of the city shall fall down flat, and the people shall ascend up every man straight before him.”
— Joshua 6:5
Women In God's Service (WIGS) Missionary Ministry
Chairperson: Sis. Unita Hamilton
Visit the sick and homebound to provide support however needed. The WIGS will carry fruit to the sick/homebound, pray with them, read scripture, perform light chores if needed, and most importantly, just let them know they are loved by their church family. The WIGS will spend quality time with the sick/homebound so they will know that we care and we are concerned. The WIGS are also capable of leading praise and worship at church and during programs elsewhere.
Scripture
“I commend to you Phoebe our sister, who is a servant of the church in Cenchrea, that you may receive her in the Lord in a manner worthy of the saints, and assist her in whatever business she has need of you; for indeed she has been a helper of many and of myself also.”
— Romans 16:1-2
Scholarship Committee
Chairperson: Aspiring Min. John Allen · Vice Chairperson: Sis. Collene Williams · Scholarship Evaluator: Sis. Cheri Allen
The charge of the Scholarship Committee is to oversee the annual scholarship and to ensure the timely and fair disposition of scholarship funds. The committee is charged with publicizing and soliciting applications and making decisions based on the applicants' responses. It is also the responsibility of the committee to distribute the scholarship(s) and follow up with recipient(s) to ensure the scholarship(s) awarded is received.
Scripture
“But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”
— Philippians 4:19
Financial Oversight Committee (FOC)
Chairperson: Sis. Mae French · Vice Chairperson: Aspiring Min. John Allen · Attending Deacon: Deacon Patrick Swinton
Ensure good sound stewardship and accountability of the tithes and offerings that have been given to God for the up-building of His kingdom at Parker Memorial Missionary Baptist Church. The FOC is the congregation's conscious and trusted agents for any inquiries concerning church finances. The FOC reviews and recommends approval of annual ministry budgets to the Pastor.
Scripture
“If you are faithful in little things, you will be faithful in large ones. But if you are dishonest in little things, you won't be honest with greater responsibilities. And if you are untrustworthy about worldly wealth, who will trust you with the true riches of heaven? And if you are not faithful with other people's things, why should you be trusted with things of your own?”
— Luke 16:10-12 NLT
M.A.N.N. Ministry — “Men Anointed, Needed, and Necessary”
President: Aspiring Minister Contrail Allen, Sr. · Vice President: Minister Harold Tisdale
Be the example of what a man that has been anointed by the Holy Spirit of God walks like, talks like, acts like, and loves like. Be a positive reflection of the image of Christ in our daily journey. Stand ready to disciple and help the men of the church and in the community be who God called them to be.
Scripture
“Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! It is like the precious oil upon the head, running down on the beard, the beard of Aaron, running down on the edge of his garments. It is like the dew of Hermon, descending upon the mountains of Zion; For there the Lord commanded the blessing — Life forevermore.”
— Psalm 133:1-3
Married Couples Ministry — “The Tie That Binds”
Leading Couple: Mr. & Mrs. Contrail & Cheri Allen
Provide a Christ-centered marriage ministry equipped to prepare engaged couples for marriage, strengthen existing marriages to be more prosperous, and restore love and trust into marriages that have been fractured.
Scripture
“Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their labor. For if they fall, one will lift up his companion. But woe to him who is alone when he falls, for he has no one to help him up. Again, if two lie down together, they will keep warm; But how can one be warm alone? Though one may be overpowered by another, two can withstand him. And a threefold cord is not quickly broken.”
— Ecclesiastes 4:9-12
Music Ministry
Organist & Music Director: Aspiring Minister Timothy Dunbar · Percussions: Bro. Roderick Guinyard · Combined Choir Directors: Sis. Felicia Devoe and Minister Harold Tisdale
Provide a musical worship experience fitting for the various types of services. Let the music that is being sung and played be spiritually uplifting to the soul and joyful to the ears of the congregation. Work with the Pastor to ensure the music ministry correlates with the worship experience desired; collectively providing a Holy Spirit filled worship service.
Scripture
“Oh, give thanks to the Lord! Call upon His name; Make known His deeds among the peoples! Sing to Him, sing psalms to Him; Talk of all His wondrous works!”
— Psalm 105:1-2
Public Affairs & Welcome Committee
Chairperson: Sis. Evonne Johnson
Advertise the church programs and events on the radio, newspaper, and social media outlets. Prepare event flyers, administer the church marquee and website. Our Publicity Committee also greets visitors at the door during worship services, revivals, anniversary programs, wake services, and repasts. They publish a monthly information pamphlet called “The PM Voice.” If the word must get out, our Publicity Committee is the “Town Crier!”
Scripture
“Come, see a Man who told me all things that I ever did. Could this be the Christ?” Then they went out of the city and came to Him.
— John 4:29-30
Sunday School
Superintendent: Sis. Emma Tisdale · Vice Superintendent: Evangelist Lizzie Mitchell
Teach all in attendance about the goodness of the Lord. Provide a structured, interactive learning environment where everyone is encouraged to share their life experiences as the teacher guides the students through the planned study.
Scripture
“Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that has nothing to be ashamed of, rightly dividing the word of truth.”
— I Timothy 4:16
New Members Orientation
Instructor: Evangelist Lizzie Mitchell
Instruct new members on the doctrines and ordinances of the church. Prepare them to serve the Lord through faith. Orientate them with the various ministries of the church. Prepare them to get involved in ministry works knowing that faith without works is dead.
Scripture
“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”
— Proverbs 22:6
Pulpit Aide Ministry
Sis. Miriam Oquendo and Sis.
Provide Pastoral care and needs for the Pastor, the First Lady, and the Ministerial staff. We ensure the Pastor's Study is an environment conducive to the spiritual, loving, caring atmosphere desired by our Pastor. We ensure the pulpit has what is necessary for our Pastor and guest ministers to direct their attention to the Word and the Spiritual flow of the service.
Scripture
“Have confidence in your leaders and submit to their authority, because they keep watch over you as those who must give an account. Do this so that their work will be a joy, not a burden, for that would be of no benefit to you.”
— Hebrews 13:17 NIV
Decoration Ministry
Ministry Leader: Sis. Miriam Oquendo
Enhance the visual appeal of the sanctuary and church as a whole. Make special preparations for holidays and special events as we glorify God. When we enter His place of worship, we will honor God with good stewardship and respect through esthetic efforts to the best of our ability.
Scripture
“Honor and majesty are before Him; Strength and beauty are in His sanctuary.”
— Psalm 96:6
Kitchen Ministry
Head Chefs: Sis. Doretha McCall & Mother Dollie Spencer
Satisfy the physical soul after the spiritual soul has been filled with the preaching and teaching of God's word! The Kitchen Ministry serves unselfishly because we love to cook and see people enjoy a good meal or refreshments while they fellowship!
Scripture
“And having food and clothing, with these we shall be content.”
— I Timothy 6:8
Minister Wives & Deaconess Ministry
Chairperson: 1st Lady Barbara Mitchell · Vice Chairperson: Deaconess Doris Hippolite
Helping the Ministerial staff and Deacons with serving those in need, visiting and praying with the sick and homebound, and providing bereavement support. Our Minister Wives and Deaconess also set the example of a Godly woman. They live Godly and stand ready to be mentors to the younger women in the church and in the community. The Minister Wives and Deaconess also prepare and set up the Lord's Supper every 1st Sunday.
Scripture
“The older women likewise, that they be reverent in behavior, not slanderers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things — that they admonish the young women to love their husbands, to love their children, to be discreet, chaste, homemakers, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God may not be blasphemed.”
— Titus 2:3-5
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