Social Ministry
The Social Ministry Board shall consist of two elected members, one to be elected each year for a term of two years. The newly elected members shall meet with the board in June and July to establish a budget and to organize for the fiscal year. They shall elect a chairman to represent them on the Church Council, and a secretary to keep minutes and records. They shall select and request appointment of appointed members as needed to fulfill their duties.
The duties of the Social Ministry Board shall be:
- Making plans complementary to the congregational plan established by the Church Council, establishing goals toward achieving the plan, and preparing detailed budget requirements;
- Seeking out and determining those members within the congregation that are in need;
- Organizing and coordinating hospital visitations and when required, member ministry needs;
- Organizing and coordinating, through church financing if necessary, meals for ill members and families of deceased;
- Developing and administering support for the needy;
- Developing ministries to meet the social and physical needs of the members of the congregation as required; such as transportation to church, transportation for doctor visits and Christian encouragement.