Ministries — Mt Calvary MB Church Tougaloo

Pastoral Ministry

The Pastoral Office (referenced in scripture as bishop, elder, pastor, overseer, etc.) is ordered and ordained by God as the primary official of Christ’s Church. The pastor serves as the chief administrative servant of the church. No other office, position, or title within the church replaces or supplants the service of this office. Both the old and new covenants recognize the role and responsibility and requirements of a pastor as outlined in Jeremiah 3:15, Ephesian 4:11-16, 1Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9, etc.

Deacon Ministry

The Deacon Ministry supports the Benevolent needs of the church. Deacons serve under the leadership and spiritual direction of the Pastor in prayer, practice, and partnership. Deacons are charged with supporting the three tables of the Lord—Table of the Poor (providing benevolence to those in need); Table of the People’s Offering (securing of tithes and offerings from the membership); and the Table of the Lord’s Supper (participating in the distribution of Holy Communion). Deacons are selected by the congregation and assigned by the pastor to care for and assist families in their needs. The Deacon Ministry promotes a spirit of peace, harmony, cooperation and unity among the membership by obeying The Great Commission; communicating the Gospel to believers and non-believers; and being unwavering Christian role models as evidenced in Acts 6:1-7, and 1 Timothy 3:8-13.

Deaconess Ministry

The Deaconess, much like the Deacon, is to be a Christ-like example for other Christian women and practically includes the non-biblical office of Church Mothers, widows above the age of 60 who have served with their husband in Pastoral or Deacon ministry. They are responsible for the setting and upkeep of the communion table for the Lord's Supper; providing assistance to female candidates for baptism; cooperating with the pastor and deacons in visiting the sick and shut-in members and extending Hospitality to all. Deaconesses serve according to 1 Timothy 3:11; 5:2-16 & Titus 2:3-5.

Trustee Ministry

The Trustees, though not specifically a biblical office or ministry, serve as legal and loyal agents to all property belonging to the church including its Historical narratives. The mission of the Trustee Ministry is to aid the pastor and church with the care, upkeep, and operation of the church Building, facilities, grounds and records in accordance with 1 Chronicles 28:1 and Luke 12:42-43.

Men's Ministry

The Men’s Ministry is geared to encourage men of all ages to serve the Lord and His people; and to instruct men to reach their God-given potential in Christ Jesus. As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another is the requisite theme of the ministry of men to men as evidenced in Titus.

Women's Ministry

The Women’s Ministry is designed to encourage the young and aged women of the church (Single, Married, Mothers, Daughters, Widowed, etc) to serve the Lord and His people; and to instruct one another on how to reach their God-given potential in Christ Jesus in the home, the marketplace, and humanity. The overall ministry of women to women is also evidenced in Titus.

Christian Education Ministry

The Christian Education Ministry exists to equip members through the holistic study of God’s Word and to assist each believer in Christian growth. The Christian Education Ministry serves under the spiritual direction and leadership of the Pastoral Ministry to provide engaging and evangelistic opportunities through Bible Study, Sunday School, Youth enrichment, Vacation Bible School and Ministry Leadership Trainings based on the command in 2 Timothy 2:15.

Youth Ministry

The Youth Ministry serves all youth and young adults ages three to thirty-five based on the Youth & Young Adult Auxiliary model. Youth Ministry helps our young people serve the Lord through Godly living while providing a nurturing and encouraging environment to aid in their spiritual growth. It also helps youth grow in grace and the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ while creating a fostering environment where they can know others, be known of God and others, and know their service to God and others as found in 1 Timothy 4:12.

Evangelism, Missions, & Outreach (Kairos) Ministry

The Evangelism, Missions & Outreach Ministry serves as encouragers and counselors to assist and aid seeking souls in their decision for discipleship with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. This ministry also serves and meets the physically and spiritually Benevolent needs of those dealing with difficulty or disaster. The primary goal is to spread the word of God at home and abroad by feeding the hungry, clothing those in need, assisting those needing other helps and witnessing the word of God to all those we meet with love, patience and humility. 2 Timothy 4:5 offers encouragement to the work of this enormous and essential ministry.

Ushers & Nurses Ministry

The Ushers and Nurses ministry prepares the sanctuary for worship to ensure a welcoming worship experience that facilitates the experience of those present. They act as hosts to worshippers and assist in the prevention of interruptions and distractions as well as with the collection of tithes and offerings promoting the decency and decorum of the worship moments. Ushers & Nurses assist in the acknowledgement and adherence to the etiquette of the church and attend to any health and wellness needs of those in attendance that may arise. Ushers & Nurses use 84:10, 1 Corinthians 14:40, 3 John 1:2.

Music Ministry

The Music Ministry provides praise through song and a variety of musical instruments. This ministry provides and nurtures a personal relationship via the musical offerings of the church, so that all may be instructed in the faith, uplifted through the music, strengthened through prayer, and guided by the scripture and the Holy Spirit in matters of daily living and spiritual growth. The Music Ministry consists of youth and adult musicians and singers leading in song as directed by 1 Chronicles 15:16, 2 Chronicles 20:21, Psalm 149:1, and Colossians 3:16.

Media Relations Ministry

The Media Relations Ministry is charged with ensuring the essential message of the gospel is magnified and manifested through its service. Media Ministry members utilize current and emerging technologies to effectively, efficiently, and excellently communicate and spread the gospel of Jesus Christ as commanded in Matthew 28:18-20 while understanding the challenge of Christ to make sure new wine is placed in new wineskins so that the message and ministry moment is not wasted.

Finance Ministry

The Finance Ministry stewards the acceptance and disbursement of all funds. They administer the church’s finances, provide quarterly financial reports, record and maintain all individual gifts, and set policies and procedures to provide effective management of the church’s assets using 2 Corinthians 8:18-24 as its model.

Hospitality Ministry

The Hospitality ministry supports all church special events and food services. This ministry exercises stewardship of the operation, use, cleanliness, and beautification of the church facilities and its equipment. This ministry is responsible for the planning and implementation of special occasioned events of the approved church calendar and other church supported activities as requested, such as funerals, weddings, or special celebrations as directed in Romans 12:13 and 1 Peter 4:8-10.