Ebenezer Baptist Church

Deaconesses

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Mission:
Mission of the Deaconess Ministry is to meet the needs of the Ebenezer Baptist Church family under the spiritual guidance of the Pastor, Deacons, and Trustees by promoting the spiritual growth of the church.
 
Organizational Activities:
Deaconesses’ service always involves sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ through acts of human kindness. Examples of activities include the following:
• Prepares Communion for the Congregation;
• Visits Sick and Shut-Ins and provides love gifts on special occasions;
• Helps candidates prepare for baptism;
• Serves at Fellowship Hour after church services;
• Serves Wednesday night dinners on a rotating schedule;
 
Meeting Schedule:

Deaconesses meet at the Church from 9:45am to 10:45am on the Saturday preceding 1st Sunday of each month.

 
Leaders:
Betty Jo Hudspeth President
Ruth Dotson 1st Vice President
Vina Coleman 2nd Vice President
Alice Reeves 3rd Vice President
Polly Street Secretary
Johnny Kerley Assistant Secretary
Gloria Washington Corresponding Secretary & Social Co-Leader
Chrisalene Hayes Treasurer & Assistant Prayer Meeting leader
Sarah Dunlap Chaplain & Social Co-Leader
Thelma Calhoun Inspirational Leader
Orvis Austin Assistant Inspirational Leader
Beatrice Williams Prayer Meeting Leader
Carolyn Redmon Social Co-Leader
Betty Hall