| Deacons play a very active role on the ministry here at Westside. |
Decision Encouragers |
| Deacons also accept ministry leadership responsibilities that prevent the pastoral staff from carrying out the primary responsibility of prayer, studying and teaching God's Word, and leading / equipping church members to minister. (Acts 6 and Ephesians 4) |
| Deacons serve as a "multitude of counselors" for the pastoral staff in regards to future direction, staff, and ministries of the church. They also serve as a role model to church members and others concerning the passion and activity of a committed follower of Jesus Christ in the context of Westside Baptist Church. ( Enthusiastically, physically, financially, and verbally support the direction of the church, participate in the regularly scheduled church service, and be involved in the outreach of the church.) |
| Deacons assist with the Lord's Supper and Baptism. They visit with widows and shut-ins by means of a personal visit to the home, a telephone call, or writing notes. They are active in the Benevolence ministry and visit people in the hospital. |
| For more information or to be a part of this exciting ministry, contact Ames Pittman, Associate Pastor, 772-461-7828 or email. |
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