ecclesia cogic deacon board
Senior Deacon: victor smalls
The term diakonos or deacon denotes the service or ministration of a helper or bondservant (one who has sold himself by choice for service). His ministry is non-preaching, but should be apt to teach. These are proven men in the faith who will serve as right hand men to the Pastor in secular and business matters of the church: conducting worship services, assisting in carrying out the ordinances of the church, and shall be knowledgeable of the doctrine of the Church of God in Christ.
General Duties:
Title: Chairman of Deacon Board
1.Supervise the work of the Deacon Ministry
2.Function as a member of the Executive Council and Church Council
3.Oversee the collection of public offerings Specific Assignments:
1.Oversee the collection of revenue primarily offerings
2.Oversee the transfer of collected funds to the Board of Trustees
3.Upon the advise of the Pastor, schedule Deacons for specific assignments (see job description for deacons)
4.Monitor the pulpit in the absence of the pastor
Deacon Board:Title: Deacon Board
1.Assist the pastor and elders in the administration of the ordinances of the church such as Holy communion and Feet washing
2.Assist in collection of the church offerings when assigned
3.Support and encourage the congregation to support the Pastor and various programs he has set forth
4.Fulfill the assignment received from the Chairman of the Deacon Board Specific Assignments:
1.When designated or assigned, conduct the receipt of public offerings
2.Count monies received and transferred to the Finance Committee
3.Accept the receipt from the Finance Committee and file with the Church Secretary
4.In the absence of the pastor conduct worship services including teaching the “word” or designated other qualified and approved persons to do so
5.Fulfill the following duties when assigned by the Chairman of the Deacon Board a.Visit at least once a year with the families assigned to him in support of the leadership of the church
b.Oversee the physical maintenance of the church including custodial services and necessary repairs
c.Make visits to the sick and shut-in when assigned
d.Investigate matters of legal or moral concern when assigned
e.Visit with long-term absentee members when assigned
f.Participate in outreach activities and coordinate Men’s Fellowship
g.Participate in the services of Holy Communion according to the guidelines specified
h.Assist in preparing areas of dressing of men for baptism and feet washing
i.Complete the Deacon’s Training Course and any additional training required by the Pastor