Here's a short description of the various ministries or groups at Friendship, and
the main contact responsible for the position or ministry. This page is mostly intended to let you know
who to talk to concerning a particular ministry if you would like to get involved. Please refer to
the contact list in the church bulletin, or check our contact page to
communicate with the relevant party involved. For a listing of activities and fellowship groups,
please refer to our ministries home page.
Benevolence
The Benevolence Offering is a wash account collected on the first Sunday of each
month. The fund is used to alleviate the hardship of Friendship's members. Just as a family will
take care of its members, Friendship does the same thing with the Benevolence Fund. Administered
by the Leadership.
Children's Ministries
Children's Ministries coordinates the care and curriculum of your children during our regular worship services. Children's Ministries include both Children's Sunday School and Nursery care.
Coffee & Refreshments
Coffee is provided for those who need a little extra kick-start in the morning. Coffee and refreshments are also available for that period of time after the worship service when people hang around and get caught up with each other. Service provided is shared by a rotation of member volunteers.
Communion and Baptism
The celebration of the Lord's Supper is summarized in the letter of 1st
Corinthians, chapter 11 (1 Cor 11:23-26). We take the bread and the cup of Communion in
remembrance of what the Lord Jesus has done for us.
In Baptism, a believer in Jesus proclaims publicly his or her identification with Jesus in both
His death and in His resurrection. In Jesus, believers become a new creature (2 Cor 5:17).
Both of these rites are administered by the elders of the church.
Counseling and Visitation
If you are struggling in your relationships with God or other people, you may
want to contact the pastor or a church leader for counseling.
Those who have become part of the family of Friendship Community Church will fall ill from time
to time, and the church leaders will arrange to visit and offer support and encouragement.
All newcomers who fill out the contact information in the bulletin will receive a call, and will be offered a visitation. During these visits, you can ask any
questions you may have about God, the church, or important life issues, and we will try to assist you
in every way.
Ministry of the Word
The timeless truth of the Bible was initially communicated to both Jewish and
Hellenistic Greek culture. Today, this truth is contextualized for our cultural understanding so that
we can both receive and experience the truth in a relevant way. The Ministry of the Word is overseen and regularly
provided and by our shepherds.
Property Management
The sanctuary, office, and nursery all require janitorial care, as well as
ongoing building maintenance. The installed landscaping is maintained, as well. Note that Property
Management only maintains existing landscaping, but is not responsible for property improvements.
Soundboard
The audio equipment for the worship team and the recordings of the sermons are handled by the soundboard; overseen and operated by a sound team.
World Missions
The gospel message is universal as well as local. Friendship remains connected with the effort to expand God's Kingdom via CRC World Missions.
Worship
The worship team leads the congregation into worship during our Sunday services. The worship team, overseen by Mike Martinez, practices Thursday evenings and Sunday morning.
WWW
The WWW or Internet ministry maintains Friendship's Internet presence and seeks to serve the needs of Friendship's electronic community and to expand the Gospel through a digital medium. Your webservant is Shelley Norman.
Bulletins & Announcements
Bulletins and announcements are printed prior to each Sunday at the church office.
For any bulletin requests please contact us.
Church Office
Office functions are handled and administrative team; just call the church office.
Elders
Elders are the spiritual shepherds, the leaders of Friendship. Elders guide the church in the rule of faith and maintain the spiritual health of Friendship. Elders also retain the authority of the church body. Elders are usually overseen by a minister who is also considered an elder. Elders serve three-year terms.
Deacons
Deacons are the servants of Friendship. Deacons are tasked with serving the temporal interests of Friendship, including the Benevolence Fund and being stewards of the the financial resources of the church. The deacons are overseen by a Lead Deacon and serve three-year terms.
Property Manager
The Property Manager oversees the upkeep of the sanctuary and the landscaping. The Property Manager is an appointed position without a specified term of service.
Treasurer
The Treasurer keeps the monetary accounts of Friendship in order and also pays the bills. The Treasurer is considered a deacon, although this is an appointed position and without a specified term of service. Your Treasurer is Mike Martinez.
Church Council
The Church Leadership Council governs the day-to-day functioning of Friendship and
coordinates the mission and ministries of the church. The Council also handles church discipline.
The Leadership meets monthly and communicate regularly in service to the Body of
Christ at Friendship.
Clerk of Council
The Clerk of Council handles all official correspondence for Friendship. Your Clerk is Shelley Norman.
Council President
The Council President presides over Council meetings and keeps things in order. Your president is Mike Martinez; vice-president is Reggie Norman.
Offerings
Offerings are collected weekly during the worship service. The finances gathered during the offering pays for the church mortgage, the pastor's modest salary, and the various utilities and bills which come with a property such as Friendship's. The offering is collected by the deacons, counted, and deposited. The Treasurer receives a report of the count sheet and deposit record weekly.
