Ministries
Here you will find information on more than 30 ministries operating within Steele Creek A.M.E. Zion Church. For a description, meeting times, location and volunteer opportunities please click on the name of the ministry below.
If you are a new member and are interested in joining a ministry, we encourage you to join our New Member Classes where you will learn everything you need to know about being a member of Steele Creek!
Children & Youth Ministry
Proverbs 22:6 Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.
Our children’s and youth ministries targets children ages 5-18. We believe the path to God should start with your earliest steps. We aim to teach our youth the ways of the Lord through fun activities, peer fellowship, and bible studies they find engaging and easy to understand. Our children’s and Youth Ministries are perfect for families looking to bond together over their shared love of Christ and each other.
Contact: Rev. Leslie and Brother Gregory Fields.
Christian Education
2 Timothy 3:16 All scripture [is] given by inspiration of God, and [is] profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:
Our Christian Education Ministry is for those who truly want to learn the words of God, as written in the Bible. This ministry goes beyond simple scripture recitation, and delves into a deeper understanding of the Word. Those who may have future aspirations toward their own ministries and pastorships are encouraged to join.
Contact: Reverend, Dr. Monte Witherspoon-Brown; pastor@steelecreekamezion.com
Class Leader's Ministry
Proverbs 11:14 Where no counsel [is], the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors [there is] safety. The Class Leaders Ministry is for those wanting to take on more of a leadership role in the church. As part of the Class Leaders Ministry you will be assigned a group of people (your “class”). It will be your mission to make sure the members of your class are staying true on their paths to righteousness, and to address any spiritual concerns or questions before they become spiritual challenges. Class Leaders report back to the pastor and each other, in order to keep a closer watch on the current spiritual climate of Steele Creek’s larger congregation. It is preferable that members of this ministry have been a part of the Steele Creek AME Zion family long enough to know its members and practices well.
Contact: Brother Shannon Goodwin, Leaders of Leaders; sgoodwin89@gmail.com,
Deaconess Ministry
Romans 16:1-16:2
Proverbs 11:14 I commend unto you Phebe our sister, which is a servant of the church which is at Cenchrea:
The mission of the Deaconess Ministry is to assist the Pastor in developing the spiritual life of the women and girls of the Church. They cooperate with the Pastor and Deacon Board in visiting members of the Church, and assist in the preparation and administering of the ordinances of the Church. Steele Creek has a long proud history of its Deaconess Ministry and welcome women who would like to give more in their service to God and the church.
Contact: Sister Helen Cousart; 704.523.6552
Lay Council
Romans 16:1-16:2
The Lay Council is to deepen the spiritual life, disseminate information, cultivate denominational loyalty, and expand the denomination through education and evangelism.
Any person, a member in good standing of Steele Creek A. M. E. Zion Church, is urged to become a member of the Lay Ministry and support its programs and objectives. Lay Councils are represented at all levels of our organization. They include Lay Councils at the Episcopal District, The Annual Conference, the District Conference and the Local Church.
Historically, lay persons have played an important role in the organization, development and growth of the Church. The historical role that lay persons played in our overall development can be seen in our early leadership, in the liberation struggle of Black Americans.
Contact: Sister Gail Nixon, President
Marriage Ministry
The purpose of this ministry is to assist couples to thrive in their marriage by providing empowering educational tools to nourish and cherish each other in a healthy marriage relationship. This ministry will, not only play a pivotal role in building successful marriages, but it will also impact children, families, the church, the community and ultimately, the world.
To learn and develop marriage enrichment and communication skills; understanding what the Bible says about marriage; participate in bi-weekly program meetings and social events; attend quarterly workshops/seminars and coaching sessions; annual honeymoon retreat.
Target AudiencePremarital couples (dating with intention of marriage); married couples (relationship enrichment); couples in crisis (communication barriers, trust/betrayal, separated, etc.). Also, couples living together with children (thinking out of the box to address an untapped population).
Meeting Time2nd Tuesday of every month at 7 pm in the Conference Room
3rd Saturday of every month for an outing at different locations
• Must be an active member of Steele Creek A.M.E. Zion
• Meet all necessary requirements
For more details about how to become a Chosen & Committed volunteer, please contact: Brother and Sister David and Cynthia Faulks
Media Ministry
Steele Creek AME Zion Church is proud to announce that is offers a live stream of our 11:00 service hosted on Livestream.com, and posted to our very own website. Members of the Media Ministry help facilitate the weekly tapings, get them posted online, and make sure our parishioners know where they can find the broadcast. If you have knowledge of filming, broadcasting or editing, or are looking to learn in service, this is the group for you!
Contact: Brother Devin Strong, 704.523.6552
Men's Ministry
Romans 12:10- Be devoted to one another in brotherly love; give preference to one another in honor.
The Steele Creek Men’s Ministry was established to lift the men of our church to their rightful spiritual position through Biblical preaching, teaching, and fellowship. Its mission is to empower our men to become better husbands, fathers, partners, family members, disciples, stewards, and leaders. Men’s Ministry meetings and activities offer safe places where the men of our church can express themselves openly and freely about areas of weakness, pain, and struggle. They also provide a sort of “spiritual classroom” where men can learn how to nurture a stronger relationship with God. Come join in service and brotherhood.
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Sick & Recovery Ministry
The Sick and Recovering Ministry provides comfort and a support system for sick and shut-in members of the church and their families. Through visitations by telephone or in person, ministry members touch the lives of those who cannot physically attend church services due to illness, injury, or care-giving responsibilities. They reach out to the sick and shut-in through prayer, the reading of scriptures, and their presence in fellowship. They also arrange for absentee church members to receive communion by ordained clergy as well as videotaped church services. Current/ former nursing and personal care aides are strongly encouraged to join.
Contact: Sister Michelle Gilliard, mrgilliard2003@yahoo.com; 704.488.9683
Steward Ministry (Budget/Finance Committe)
Stewards are to lead the way in keeping harmony and peace. Their responsible for making sure the needs of the Pastor and his/her family are met; they seek and relieve the needy and distressed members; they are to be stimulants for the spiritual life of the church by being present at all services, willing to lead devotion and assist with worship when needed; they are expected to support and promote all projects, programs and financial obligations of the church.
The Stewards are to receive monies collected and are to have at least two representatives to assist in counting monies received each Sunday or any special service. Stewards should be present at all board meetings called by the Chairperson or Pastor and should attend weekly Bible Study and/or Sunday School.
Contact: Brother Lamont Jones, 704.523.6552
Stewardess Ministry
The purpose of the Stewardess Boards is to assist the Stewards and Pastor's Steward in making provisions for the support and comfort of the Pastor and his/her family. The Stewardess Board leads in the in the spiritual welfare of the church and are available to assist the Pastor in any way on Sunday morning or special services. Additionally, they serve in any other capacity the Pastor deems necessary.
Contact: Sister Mozella Thompson, President
Sunday Church School
Romans 15:4 - For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope.
The Sunday School Ministry prepares the lesson plans and outlines the activity schedule for Sunday School teachings. Steele Creek offers a variety of Sunday School services specialized for youths, men, women and general assembly. Members of the Sunday School Ministry understand that these services are to enhance the Pastors sermon, and will be meeting with him to make sure the lessons compliment each other. Those who have an aptitude and interest for service learning and teaching would be a great fit for this ministry.
Contact: Sister Zenobia Carson, 704.523.6552
Trustee Ministry
Effective Trustees are Christian stewards of the property God has entrusted to the congregation. Trustees supervise and maintain the property of your congregation to ensure that disciple-making ministries of the congregation are effective and that local legal requirements related to the property are satisfied.
Responsibilities include the following:
To take care of the physical property of the Church.
To see that such property is clean at all times, properly heated and properly ventilated.
To receive and disburse according to the budget for the church, monies turned into their hands.
Trustees should be present at all board meetings called by the Chairman or the Pastor.
Trustees should attend weekly Bible Study and/or Sunday School.
Trustees are to lead the way in keeping harmony and peace.
Contact: Brother Melvin Phifer
Women of God Fellowship Ministry
"Women of God" Fellowship is a collage of women from all walks of life. This ministry's mission is to encourage women to move from mediocrity and live the abundant life that God has made available to them. The spiritual gifts of teaching, encouragement and empowerment are activated at each meeting, and each "Woman of God" leaves desiring to live a life that will bring more glory and honor to God. Join us on the first Tuesday of every month @ 7:00 for a time of laughter, liberation, learning, and love.
Contact: Sister Teria Sims
Women's Home & Overseas Missionary Society (W.H.O.M.S.)
The Women’s Home and Overseas Missionary Society is the oldest and largest organizations of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church with over 800,000 members. In 1880, the Society was formed in response to an overseas church-planting venture by the denomination. More than 129 years later, the Society is involved in the diverse cultures of West, Central and South Africa, England, India, Guyana, Surinam and the Caribbean island, with its flagship overseas mission church started in 1878 in Brewerville, Liberia West Africa.
The purpose of the Women’s Home and Overseas Missionary Society of the African Methodist Zion Church is to:
- Promote growth in the knowledge and understanding of God and His plan of redemption for the world, as revealed through Jesus Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit;
- Teach the concepts of Christian missions and provide experiences for participation in mission work and its ministries;
- Exemplify the principles of Christian living and to win others to Christ;
- Promote the cause of World Evangelism; and
- Serve as a financial support system to undergird the world mission outreach of the A.M.E. Zion Church at home and overseas, to the end that, through the power of the Holy Spirit; Christ is exalted and God is glorified.
The Executive Board consists of 24 members that serves as the Executive Committee. This Board is led by a general president, with the assistance of a first and second vice president, an executive secretary, treasurer, recording secretary, twelve missionary supervisors each appointed by the Bishop of an Episcopal District and six departments that form and intergenerational bridge for mission participation, from preschoolers to seniors adults. These Christian churchwomen seek excellence in the LORD as they look beyond traditional methods of service to create innovative approaches for kingdom building nationally and internationally.
The Executive Board by its Constitution has the authority to make rules and regulations governing the Society consistent with hose specified in the Book of Discipline of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. It also has the power to fill vacancies of elected officers during the interim of the Quadrennial Convention. The Executive Board does not have the authority to make constitutional changes.
Our work is executed and carried out by our many missionary sisters and brothers across the world who are lifting the banner of Zion as they perform their duties as spelled out in the Constitution. These ministries are on the local Church, district and Conference level with guidance and direction from the Executive Board.
May God bless each of you for your work as we win The World For Christ. To God Be the Glory...
PARENT BODY
DEPARTMENT LEADER
Sister Betty Phifer
AGE GROUP
41 & Up
MOTTO
“The World for Christ”
COLORS
Purple (sorrow, suffering), Gold (honor)
THEME HYMN
“Lift Him Up”
MISSION
The Women’s Home and Overseas Missionary Society includes the Parent Body, from age 41 to an unlimited age.
The purpose of the Parent Body is to:
- Promote growth in the knowledge and understanding of God and His plan of redemption for the world, as revealed through Jesus Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit;
- Teach the concepts of Christian missions and provide experiences for participation in mission work and its ministries;
- Exemplify the principles of Christian living and to win others to Christ;
- Promote the cause of World Evangelism;
- Serve as a financial support system to undergird the world mission outreach of The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, at home and overseas, to the end that, through the power of the Holy Spirit, Christ is exalted and God is glorified.
Sunday Church School
Psalms 95:1 - O come, let us sing unto the LORD: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation.
Our Worship and Arts Ministry is here to serve the Lord with their creativity. Whether you become a member of one of our choirs, join one of our dance teams, or offer your services in a new imaginative way, we welcome all our parishioners to artistically express themselves in worship.
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