CLARKSVILLE BAPTIST DEACON FOCUS GROUPS

Ministries of CBC Deacons

* Matthew 5:3-12  Excerpts from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount: Blessed are the poor in spirit for theirs is the kingdom of heaven, Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted, Blessed are the meek for they will inherit the earth, Blessed are those who hunger and thirst after righteousness for they will be filled, Blessed are the merciful for they will be shown mercy, Blessed are the pure in heart for they will see God, Blessed are the peacemakers for they will be called sons of God, Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Deacon Ministry Focus Teams:

In order to better serve our church family your Diaconate has reorganized into ministry focus teams. The focus teams will assist the pastor and concentrate on serving & caring for the church family in these designated areas on a regular basis.

Intercessory Prayer  Team

Demonstrate care for our church family by increasing the frequency of bringing their needs before God’s throne.

Team members: John Bowman, John Walker, Robert Buchanan

Hospital/Shut In Visitation Team

Making frequent visits and contacts to show care, compassion and love for our congregation during hospitalization and recuperation periods.

Team Members:  Glenn Stone, James Beasley, Joey Tucker

Nursing Centers Visitation Team

Making frequent visits to our church family in special care facilities to show they are valued, cared for and loved.

Team Members: Carl Chandler, Gregg Gordon

New/Inactive Member Team

Assist new members to feel welcome and comfortable with their new church family. Also encourage inactive members to rejoin worship and fellowship with their church family.

Team Members:  Dale Tuck, Irving Matthews

Grief Comfort Team

Provide comfort, guidance and assistance to our church family and community during times of emotional stress.

Team Members: Bill Dudley, Mona Moody