Program Ministry

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The function of the Program Ministry is to ensure that each person's age and social group needs are met. The Program Ministry keeps track of the calendar of events, and ensures that the program of the church is ministering to each subgroup of the church in a balanced and edifying way. It is also responsible for publicizing the various programs and events of the church so that our people will be able to invite their friends and associates to come and take advantage of the many high quality program items offered to those who link up with The Worship Center.

The Program Ministry oversees both our social and our spiritual program content. These include the Valentine's Banquet, Easter plays/specials, the Annual All-Church Summer Picnic, The Annual Baptism Cruise and Feast, the Christmas Program, and New Year's Eve celebrations. These vital programs within the church need to coordinate and work together with other committees. This area of ministry opens up many opportunities to invite all of your friends/neighbors/coworkers in to enjoy what is presented.

Many unchurched people will attend a special program but not be comfortable attending a "Worship Service". The special programs allow the visitor to a feel for The Worship Center and what we are about, walk around and meet our friendly folks, join in our coffee hour and feel the presence of the Lord. This enables the Holy Spirit to use this time to deal with the person and soften their heart making them more open to a direct invitation to attend a regular service. The Program Ministry processes all suggestions for programs, special speakers, special events, missions weekends and revivals. At their monthly meeting they prayerfully discuss any program proposal and how they may or may not fit it within The Worship Center. Redeeming the time is utmost in the Program Ministry member's minds when reviewing programs - no program should be presented just to "fill a spot" or "use time". This is an area of ministry, not just entertainment. A visitor may attend only once and if there is a special program presented we want it to minister to his or her heart and soul.

Ministry Opportunity!

The Program Ministry is always open for helpers, for qualified men and women who have the heart to serve and a willingness to commit. This is one of several active committees that ministers within the church. If you feel the Lord is calling you to this area of ministry please contact the church offices at 301-375-8656.

What is expected from a Program Ministry Member?

A Program Ministry member will be responsible for attending the meetings, taking on responsibilities and duties depending on what program is being planned, keep a lookout for new ideas, working well within a group as well as exercising one-on-one cooperation and having the complete support of your spouse. The member also needs to be committed to faithful attendance of The Worship Center services and possessing a vibrant personal relationship with the Lord as evidenced by fellowship, daily prayer and reading of the Word.