St. John Missionary Baptist Church
DEACONS
Description of Ministry:
Inspirational Verse:
Wherefore, brethren, look ye out among you seven men of honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business. – Acts 6:3
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Mission:
As ordained men of God, we endeavor to provide compassionate leadership and service to the members
of the Church along with effective witness of the redeeming love of Jesus Christ in our efforts to aid the
poor, the hungry, the sick, the lost, the friendless, and the oppressed.
Commitment:
We strive to be individuals of impeccable Christian character, honest report, filled with the Holy Spirit,
leading exemplary lives, possessed of brotherly love, sincere compassion, and sound judgment and
chosen of God for this ministry.
Be ye steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord…. 1 Corinthians 15:58
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