Ministry Categories

Pastor West, as Senior Pastor, serves as the Spiritual Advisor for all of the ministries of Mount Airy Baptist Church, and he assigns members of the ministerial staff to assist and provide guidance and advice to ministries based on their specific areas of expertise

Hospitality

MINISTRY NAME

Get Acquainted (GA)

LEADERSHIP

Barbara Curtis

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Serve as Christ’s ambassadors to those visiting the Church, greeting with warmth and love and welcoming guests in such a way that they would be transformed from strangers into friends.

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Greeters (GRE)

LEADERSHIP

Deac. Phillis Anderson

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Serve as a supplementary component of Christ’s ambassadors to those visiting the Church, greeting with warmth and love and welcoming guests in such a way that they would be transformed from strangers into friends.

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Hospitality (HOS)

LEADERSHIP

Barbara J. Smith

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Serve as hosts during Church- related activities providing assistance as needed for members and guests. Work collaboratively with all ministries to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of activities.

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Outreach

MINISTRY NAME

Communications Social Media & Marketing (CSMM)

LEADERSHIP

Rev. Karen Taylor

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Serves as primary vehicle for the fostering of Church and community interactions by sharing and receiving information via Social Media, i.e., Facebook, Instagram, etc.

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Men (MKC)

LEADERSHIP

Deac. Daniel Agee

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Fellowship through worshipping the greatness of Christ by studying God’s word and providing assistance throughout the Body of Christ.

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Outreach (OUT)

LEADERSHIP

Deac. Gary Broden

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Shares the love of Christ outside the church walls by conducting worship services in nursing facilities, veterans buildings, feeding homeless and hungry and providing clothing and other personal care items.

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Puppets of Praise (PUP)

LEADERSHIP

Deloris Agee

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Engages audiences by utilizing puppetry as a creative means to share the gospel, teach, train and entertain. Provides an opportunity to engage persons of all ages in the arts.

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Women (LOVE)

LEADERSHIP

Gwen West

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Provides opportunities through various forums to equip and empower women to live Godly lives.

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Missions

MINISTRY NAME

Foreign Mission (FM)

LEADERSHIP

Phyllis Garnett

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Ministers to those in need locally, nationally and internationally through prayer, participation in need specific programs and by sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ in person.

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Home Mission (HM)

LEADERSHIP

Irene Parker

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Share the love of Christ while serving the immediate and often pressing needs of those who have come upon a difficult time/place in their lives.

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Music

MINISTRY NAME

Dance (DAN)

LEADERSHIP

Dea. Ramona Oliver

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Engages in sacred and demonstrative worship and praise through the creative use of movement.

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Drama (DRA)

LEADERSHIP

Dr. Shryl Whigham

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Presents Christian-centered skits, musicals, and spoken word orations to promote spiritual growth and Biblical understanding.

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Music & Creative Arts Department (MCA)

LEADERSHIP

Dr. Shryl Whigham

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Comprised of the Music, Dance, and Drama ministries.

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Music (MUS)

LEADERSHIP

Dr. Shryl Whigham

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Includes Voices of Mount Airy, Male Chorus, Unity Contemporary Choir (UCC), and the Praise Team.

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General Services

MINISTRY NAME

Audio-Video (AV)

LEADERSHIP

Deac. Gregory Anderson

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Provides audio and video services which include recording and reproducing church-related services and events.

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Bylaws (BYL)

LEADERSHIP

Deac. Taffene Hollingsworth

EMAIL

Contact Church Office

DESCRIPTION

Ensures that the MABC rules of governance comply with spiritual principles and are clear, current, and applicable.

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Culinary (CUL)

LEADERSHIP

Dea. Mary L. Williams

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Coordinates all food service needs for church events and maintains responsibility for the safe and appropriate use of the Church kitchen.

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Deaconess (DEA)

LEADERSHIP

Dea. Mary L. Williams

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Provides spiritual assistance and support to clergy as well as minister to the needs of the congregation and community.

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MINISTRY NAME

Deacons (DEAC)

LEADERSHIP

Deac. Terry Nixon

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Ministers to the congregation as the Pastor’s representatives in matters that will further the spiritual welfare of all individual members, including the sick and shut-in, corporate body and the community.

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Nominating (NOM)

LEADERSHIP

Doreen Crank

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Manages the orderly nomination and election of Church members to positions within the Church in accordance with the Church By-Laws.

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Nurses (NUR)

LEADERSHIP

Brenda Botchway, RN

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Coordinates and directs the delivery of First Aid services during church services and other activities; collaborates with all ministries to share health information as needed.

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Pastor Helpers (PH)

LEADERSHIP

Deac. Phillis Anderson

EMAIL

Contact Church Office

DESCRIPTION

Provides personal aid and support to Pastor and his family to ensure their continued well-being. Assists ministerial staff and visiting clergy as needed. Takes the lead in planning celebratory and congratulatory events for the Pastor, his family and ministerial staff.

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Recreation (REC)

LEADERSHIP

Deac. Stephannie Glover

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Provide opportunities for healthy recreational activities to enhance personal, physical and spiritual development and encourage interaction among all ages.

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Transportation (TRAN)

LEADERSHIP

Barbara Y. Smith

EMAIL

Contact Church Office

DESCRIPTION

Provides reliable and safe transportation to and from worship services and other church related functions as necessary.

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Trustees (TRU)

LEADERSHIP

Barbara Y. Smith

EMAIL

Contact Church Office

DESCRIPTION

Serves as the bonded and registered agents of the Church who are responsible for all legal, financial and physical aspects.

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MINISTRY NAME

Ushers (USH)

LEADERSHIP

Veronica Glover

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Responsible for the security of and access to the sanctuary and other areas of the Church during church-related services.

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Voting and Divine 9

LEADERSHIP

Joyce Taylor; Winnie Brinkley

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Educates and provides voter information to the membership.

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Wedding (WED)

LEADERSHIP

Deac. Taffene Hollingsworth

EMAIL

Contact Church Office

DESCRIPTION

Provides personal and professional wedding services and resources according to the unique needs and desires of each couple in accordance with Church guidelines

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Teaching

MINISTRY NAME

Children (CHIL)

LEADERSHIP

Deac. Rena Agee

EMAIL

Contact Church Office

DESCRIPTION

Encourages the spiritual growth and development of children ages 3-12 through bible study, socialization activities and participation in and leadership in worship.

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MINISTRY NAME

Christian Education Department (CEM)

LEADERSHIP

Dr. Phyllis Mayo

EMAIL

Contact Church Office

DESCRIPTION

Comprised of 11 ministries:
Children; Church School; Communications & IT; Health Education; New Members; Newsletter; Outreach; Scholarship; Seniors; Special Needs; Youth

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Church School (CS)

LEADERSHIP

Dr. Phyllis Mayo

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Provides biblical education to all ages with the intent to increase knowledge, encourage spiritual growth, and expose to biblical doctrine and principles.

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Communications Information & Technology (CIT)

LEADERSHIP

Deac. Calvin Hollingsworth

EMAIL

Contact Church Office

DESCRIPTION

Provides maintenance & training support for IT products, specific to networks, computers, Internet, website, email, security, desktop publishing & office productivity.

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Girl Scouts (GS)

LEADERSHIP

Crystal Vaughn

EMAIL

Contact Church Office

DESCRIPTION

Strive to build Godly character in girls ages 5-12 while engaging them in community service, skill development, and social and educational activities. Girl Scouts mission statement is “Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.”

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Health Education (HE)

LEADERSHIP

Dr. Robin Kelley

EMAIL

Contact Church Office

DESCRIPTION

Provides health information and education in a systemic and sustainable method to the church membership and community.

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New Members (NM)

LEADERSHIP

Joyce Brown

EMAIL

Contact Church Office

DESCRIPTION

Provide biblical teaching to introduce new members to the doctrine and beliefs of the Baptist Church and increase their knowledge of God and his presence in their lives.

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Newsletter (NEWS)

LEADERSHIP

Deac. Taffene Hollingsworth

EMAIL

Contact Church Office

DESCRIPTION

Serve as a tool for the compilation and dissemination of information from and for the Church and the community. Provides a place for sharing activities, trainings, achievements, recipes, praise reports, etc.

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Scholarship (SCH)

LEADERSHIP

Barbara J. Smith

EMAIL

Contact Church Office

DESCRIPTION

Provides financial assistance, workshops and various educational resources to support our members in achieving their academic, professional and career goals.

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Seniors (VIP)

LEADERSHIP

Betty Williams

EMAIL

Contact Church Office

DESCRIPTION

Engages adults age 55+ in Bible study, fellowship, community activities and information sessions aimed to enrich their spiritual lives, provide important age-specific information and stimulate them physically and mentally.

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Special Needs (SN)

LEADERSHIP

Barbara J. Smith

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Serves as a training resource and opportunity ministry for members of the church who have special needs or disabilities.

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MINISTRY NAME

Youth (CCYP)

LEADERSHIP

Jennifer Lee

EMAIL

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DESCRIPTION

Provides support and encouragement to teens ages 13-18 as well as biblical guidance and instruction as they learn more about Christ and themselves and develop principles by which their lives will be guided into adulthood.

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