Outreach Ministries

Introduction:
The Ministry of Congregational Care provides care and support for each member of the congregation. Congregational Care teams have been formed to function like an umbrella, covering the person under it. We seek to establish relationships with every member through monthly contact.

Mission Statement:
The Mission of the Congregational Care Ministry is to support Pastor Davis in caring for the membership. With a church membership that is growing daily, we all need to work together to provide care, guidance, and support for all of our members, not just during times of grief or illness. Our goal is to establish relationships with every member so that each of our members receive contact from a Congregational Care team member each month.

History:
Under the direction of the Holy Spirit, Pastor Davis recognized a need to redirect our efforts in the manner that we care for our members. Reverend Dr. Renée Alston was asked to serve as the Minister of Congregational Care. Dr. Alston, along with Deacon Edward Harrison, established Congregational Care Teams comprised of our ministers, diaconate, missionaries, and lay persons. These teams work together to enhance and strengthen membership care by expanding the number of ministry servants assigned to each member.

Services and Activities:
Congregational Care teams make direct contact with members each month through phone calls, video visits (Zoom, FaceTime, Google Duo), in person visits, email, greeting cards and text messages.

Caring and Sharing Monthly Report:
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Scripture Reference:
Our them scripture is from Paul’s first letter to the church at Corinth:
1st Corinthians 12:12 (NLT)
12 The human body has many parts, but the many parts make up one whole body. So it is with the body of Christ.

Ministry Contacts:

• Rev. Dr. Renee Alston
• Rev. Tim Flegler
• Deacon Pam Brown
• Deacon Edward Harrison
• Deacon Kenneth Smith

Introduction: It is important to understand that divorce and marriage separation is a painful process, and recovery also is a process not a one time event and each step helps rebuild confidence, self-esteem and provides the ability to move forward successfully in life

Mission Statement: To help equip people with tools that will assist in transition through the pain, anger, frustration, confusion, and hopeless feelings that are often the results of separation and divorce.

History: DivorceCare is National life-changing ministry featuring local church based support groups that welcome people and guide them on the path of recovery after separation or divorce. Over 1 million people have fond comfort and hope through this 13-week, Christ centered video-based series.

Note - the DivorceCare Ministry at First Baptist Church of Highland Park is a part of the Guiding Ministry

Services and Activities: There are three 13-week sessions each year held virtually on Zoom on Sunday from 9-11:30. Prospective attendees should register online at www.divorcecare.org

Scripture Reference: 2nd Corinthians 1:3-4 (NLT) - 3 All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. 4 He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us.

Ministry Leaders:

• Rev. Dr Albert E. Fontenot Jr. - Ministerial Facilitator
• Mrs. Dorothy Fontenot- Facilitator
• Dr Gail Riddick - Chairperson
• Rev. Altheria Barnett - Vice Chairperson - Guiding Ministry

Ministry Contacts: For more information about Hope Reborn - Divorce Care Support Ministry Ministry, contact Reverend Dr. Albert E. Fontenot, Jr. and Mrs. Dorothy Fontenot. via the Church Administrative Office at (301) 773-6655 or send an email to divorcecare@fbhp.org.

Introduction: The Evangelism Ministry (EMT) is called to fulfill the “Great Commission” (Matthew 28:18-20) and demonstrate the love of God to lost souls. Each ministry member is committed to a Lifestyle of witnessing and is commanded by Jesus Christ to share the Gospel as we have been trained and equipped. EMT’s aim is to invite the unsaved in our communities and the world to become a part of the Kingdom of God. EMT’s goal is to see that no one will be deceived by sin but have an opportunity to receive eternal life through Jesus Christ.

Mission Statement: The Evangelism Ministry Team (EMT) works tirelessly to extend love to those who have not yet experienced God’s unconditional love. We offer God’s gift of Salvation through His Son Jesus Christ (Ephesians 2:8,9). God’s desire, as is the EMT, is not to have anyone to perish (John 3:15). Our purpose is to enlist, equip, and empower those who are evangelized to become evangelists themselves.

History: The Evangelism Ministry was established in the 1970s by Brothers Carl Felton Sr., Austin Smith, and Henry Green. The ministry would go door-to-door as well as various outdoor locations in the community. The core method of evangelistic training and growth was street witnessing and conferences. The evangelism ministry participated in the local Billy Graham Crusade and the Campus Crusade for Christ ministry events.

Services and Activities:

The Evangelism Ministry has been and is a vibrant and active ministry at FBCHP. Services and activities we have been and are presently involved in are:

• Nursing Homes
• Homeless Shelters for both Men and Women
• Prison Institutions
• Partnership with the FBCHP Missionary Ministry, clothing and food drives
• Street Evangelism
• Prince Goerge’s Police Faith and Blue partnership
• Community events, Stop the Violence rallies
• Social and Political marches
• Collaboration with other churches in street corner witnessing
• Member of the National Baptist Convention, Board of Evangelism.

Scripture Reference:

“The Great Commission” Matthew 28:18-20, and Act 1:8, Ephesians 2:8,9, John 3:15.

Matthew 28:18-20 (NLT) - 18 Jesus came and told his disciples, “I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth. 19 Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. 20 Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

Acts 1:8 (NLT) But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”

Ephesians 2:8-9 (NLT) - 8 God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. 9 Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it.

John 3:15 (NLT) 15 so that everyone who believes in him will have eternal life.

Evangelism Leaders:

• Deacon Glorious Pitt
• Rev. Tim Flegler
• Rev. Carl F. Felton II

Ministry Contacts: For more information about Evangelism Ministry, contact the Church Administrative Office at (301) 773-6655 or send an email to evangelism-ministry@fbhp.org

Introduction: The Guiding Ministry is a Christ centered helping ministry that provides counseling through the message of the cross in such a caring manner that individuals, couples, and families work through their life issues, come to an identification with Christ, and learn to walk in victory. It is our belief that God is the ultimate source of all healing and equips the church to care for the needs of his children.

Mission Statement: “To comfort others through the comfort we ourselves receive from God.”

History: The ministry consists of a team of faithful, dedicated servants who are trained volunteers and lay professionals committed to promoting hope and healing to those who are hurting in the church and in neighboring communities. Giving interest to effectiveness, each member's spiritual gifts and area of expertise are strategically matched to ministers to those in need.

Services and Activities: The Guiding Ministry meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month to discuss current cases, review case studies as well as present quarterly presentations on relevant topics.

Ministry Contacts: For more information about Guiding Ministry, contact the Church Administrative Office at (301) 773-6655 or send an email to guidingministry@fbhp.org

Mission Statement: To meet the needs of members and the local community through various ministry initiatives.

Mission Ministries:

1. Baby Dedication Counseling Ministry
   • The purpose of the baby dedication counseling is two-fold. First, it is to inform the parent(s) in accordance with the Scriptures, about what baby dedication is and is not. Also, to dispel Biblically any ideas about baby dedication.
2. Christian Counseling Ministry
   • The purpose of this ministry is to provide comprehensive our-patient Christian Counseling services to First Baptist and its community.
3. Prison Ministry
   • The purpose of this ministry is to represent the gospel and to lead inmates to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.
   • Third and fourth Sundays in Occoquan Facilities Nos. 1, 2, and 3.
   • First Sunday, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Upper Marlboro Detention (Women)
   • Ministry ongoing at Upper Marlboro Detention (Men)
   • Ongoing individual ministry at Maximum Security Prison
   • Church service provided at Medium Security Prison
   • Fourth Sunday at Modular Facility Prison
4. Tract Ministry

   • The ministry provides various kinds of tracts which are placed in the tract rack in the vestibule of the church. Members may take them for their personal edification, as well as to be shared with others.

Ministry Contact: For more information, contact the Church Office at (301) 773-6655.

Mission Statement: To study the Bible together to encourage single mothers and support them through God's word.

Services and Activities:
Focused Bible study, networking, and strengthening for single mothers.

Ministry Contacts: For more information about Single Mothers Ministry, contact the Church Administrative Office at (301) 773-6655 or send an email to sm_ministry@fbhp.org

Introduction: The Combined Ushers Ministry consists of two units, the Senior Ushers and the Junior Ushers. The ministry encourages good ushering techniques through training and unity of its members through fellowship activities.

The Junior Ushers serve every third Sunday at the 10:45am service. The Senior Ushers serve at every First Baptist Church of Highland Park worship service and at every programmatic service throughout the year. The Senior Ushers accompany Pastor Davis to many of his preaching engagements in the metropolitan area and at every funeral service providing support and comfort to the bereaved families. The Junior Ushers partner with other church youth ministries when called upon.

Mission Statement: To assist the pastor in making the worship service a success and greet worshippers with a pleasant smile and warm welcome.

Services and Activities:

• Ensure order is kept in and around the church at all times.
• Monthly Meetings:
  • Senior Ushers: Saturday before the third Sunday at 1:00 p.m.
  • Junior Ushers: Fourth Saturday at 12:00 p.m.

Ministry Contacts: For more information, contact the Church Office at (301) 773-6655

E-mail: ushersministry@fbhp.org

Wellness Ministry Celebrating 67 Years of Service at First Baptist Church of Highland Park. The Wellness Ministry was established in 1957. We provide support to the congregation during the Saturday evening, two Sunday Morning services, funerals held at First Baptist Church of Highland Park and all other church events as needed.

Mission Statement: The Wellness Ministry Mission provides care and support to the congregation by church members who are RN's, LPN's, lay persons and volunteers.

Services and Activities:

• Organized and provide Annual first aid and CPR training with well over 54 people in attendance
• Support during regular Saturday and Sunday services, wakes, funerals, and other special events including: Vacation Bible School, College Scholarship Fair, Food Distribution
• Participated in the church’s Sneaker and Toy Drives
• Assisted the Greeters Ministry as needed
• Support the Missionary Ministry as needed

Scripture Reference:
1 Corinthians 3:9 - For we are both God’s workers.

Ministry Leaders

• President, Sue Williams
• Secretary, Sheila Ward
• Treasurer, Carolyn Mitchell
• Chaplain, Shirley Johnson

Ministry Contacts: For more information about Wellness Ministry, contact Nurse Sue Williams via the Church Administrative Office at (301) 773-6655 or send an email to wellness@fbhp.org