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Ministries
Board
of Deacons
The Diaconate of
Bethel
consists of men chosen by our Pastor to serve as church stewards. The
Deacons are the right hand of our Pastor, assisting him and the church
in many ways. Our Board of Deacons ministers to the congregation and
makes visits to prisons, hospitals, convalescents at home and other
areas, and assist in the Communion services. They attend to our Pastor
and other ministers when they go out on speaking engagements as well as
attend to visiting ministers. Our Deacons are all involved in other
ministries at Bethel. They are led by Deacon Beville Gross, Chairman,
Deacon Chester Mackall and Deacon Alvin Jones, Sr., Advisors, and Deacon
Robert Chase, Vice Chairman.
Board
of Missionaries
The Missionary Board of Bethel is very active in ministering to the
needs of the Bethel church and community. They host an annual Community
Day where they give away clothing and other items to individuals in
need. The all day event offers food, activities, and music. The
Missionary Board also attends to the needs of families in need of food
and other items all year long with a special emphasis during the
Thanksgiving Holiday period, providing Thanksgiving baskets to families
so they can enjoy the season. The Missionary Board also visits women's
prisons and nursing homes, especially during the Christmas season,
bringing gifts and the holiday atmosphere with them, truly sharing the
love of the season. They carry worship services during the year to them
as well. Our Missionary Board also ministers to the needs of the women
of Bethel. They host an annual Sister's Retreat whereby the women are
ministered to and discuss issues directly involving them. Under the
leadership of their President, First Lady Margo Easton, and Vice
President Casaundra Easton, they are truly on the mission fields and
are about our Father's business.
Youth for Christ
The Youth for Christ ministry is one of the most exciting ministries at
Bethel. Under the direction of Minister Cordell Easton, the youth are
involved in many activities throughout the year that enhance their
spiritual commitment, foster relationships among their peers, seek to
enhance family relationships, and provide an outlet of worship and
servitude amongst them. Through services, fellowships, picnics, and
recreational outings, the ministry provides an atmosphere where the
youth can mature to become effective leaders and disciples in the church
and community and they are able to express themselves in ways that
address them at critical points in their lives. We participate with the
National Youth for Christ Department
of The Way of the Cross Church, International
in three events each year. In 2012, the Youth for Christ Department
branched out into two different age groups; teens and young adults, in
order to better minister to their needs. Minister Troy Chew serves
as Vice President and Elder O'Brien Echols serves as Advisor.
Christian Education
The focus of Bethel is to make disciples of the congregation. This is
provided through Sunday School, Bible Class, Marriage Enrichment,
Singles’ Ministry, and Vacation Bible School. The focus is placed on
providing not only biblical instruction, but to make it relevant to what
is going on in our world now. Our Christian Education ministries provide
sound doctrine through the unadulterated teaching of the Word of God,
and not the opinions of men. Our Sunday school offers classes for all
ages and is led by Missionary Mary Estep, Superintendent. The Marriage
Enrichment sessions are taught by our Pastor and Assistant Pastor and
are based on strengthening the marital bonds through the Word of God and
practical teaching needed today as we face divorce rates that are higher
than they have ever been. The Singles’ Ministry provides instructions on
living life as a Christian single, committed to God, especially in
today's time of wandering from relationship to relationship, as well as
Christian based dating and preparation in a society that celebrates and
emphasizes ungodly interactions. Sessions are taught by our Pastor and
First Lady Margo Easton, and Co-Directors Elder O'Brien and Sister
LaVonya Echols.
Children's Church
Under the direction of Minister Jerome and Sister Debbie Brooks, the
Children's Church ministry serves children ages 5-12. They are taught on
a level that they can comprehend. They are instructed in the Word of
God, and how it applies to their daily interactions with their parents,
peers, and other relationships. They are instructed in safe practices as
children and how to be aware of the dangers that surround them. The
children are very excited about the ministry as many different
approaches are used from field trips to visual aids. The highlight of
their summer is the Fun Day sponsored by the staff of the ministry.
Discipleship
This Ministry has been truly blessed by God and is not only for new
members. If you've never been to Sunday School or you're not a member of
any church but need answers to some questions, and you want to know what
the Bible says about it; you are in Church, but you don't understand
what you read; the Bible seems too complicated then we invite you to
attend Discipleship Ministry so God can speak to your heart as we teach
and minister to your needs through God's Word on a level which you can
comprehend. Discipleship Ministry is led by
Deacon Alvin Jones, Sr.,
who is also an instructor. He is assisted by Missionary Carolyn Spriggs,
Minister Troy Chew and Missionary Marion Brooks. Sessions are from 9:30 am
to 10:45 am every Sunday morning. Please come!
Music
God has truly blessed Bethel with an array of musical talents. From a
full band accompaniment to a host of choirs spreading across all age
ranges, our ministry is strong and continuing to grow. As both a
compliment and benefit, our pastor Bishop Darnell Easton is a wonderful
soloist, as well as our Assistant Pastor Elder Wilbert Jones. Our choirs
include the Senior Choir, Women's Chorus, Male Chorus, Youth Choir,
Youth Mass Choir, Pastor's Choir, Children's Church Choir, and our
Bethel Mass Choir. Elder O'Brien Echols serves as our Minister of Music
and Minister Troy Chew and Brother Alvin Jones, Jr., serve as Assistants.
Audio/Visual
Two key elements of any group is that it is
adequately heard and is visually available. Our Audio and Video Staffs
provide this service to the congregate as well as providing opportunities to
see and hear our ministry outside of Bethel. Our services are
reproduced and provided to the community via tape, CD, video cassette and
DVD's. We are also seen each Thursday at 5 pm and Sunday evening at 9
pm throughout the area on Comcast Cable-Calvert County channel 6. The
hour long broadcast has been able to be a blessing throughout the community,
with many viewers visiting our church because of it. We now broadcast
our services live, providing
opportunities to those who are out of the area or convalescent at home to
worshp with us. Deacon
James Easton leads our Audio Staff and Elder O'Brien Echols leads our Video Staff.
Trustee Board
Providing excellent professional services to our
congregate, our Board of Trustees are men and women who care about the
business affairs of Bethel. They enable Bishop Easton to focus more on
the spiritual aspects of the church.
Working along with the Pastor, they attend to all of the
needs of Bethel and are dedicated to making sure that all of our transactions
with outside vendors and business ventures are handled in a professional and
legal manner. Elected by the congregate, they afford us the luxury of
worshipping God freely and contribute to the financial needs of our
church without having to concern ourselves with financial affairs. We
are truly blessed to have these men and women managing our best
interests.
Publicity Committee
The goal of the Publicity Committee is to help fulfill Bethel’s mission
by providing more exposure to the community through various
communication avenues and present Bethel in a positive, professional and
creative manner. The Publicity committee serves as the liaison between
the Bethel congregation and local, state, national, and worldwide media
to publicize news and information about Bethel’s ministries, services,
and activities.
Sister Raven Easton serves as our
Chairperson and Sister Sharon Jones serves as Vice Chairperson.
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