Ministries
Ministries

Associate Ministers’ Ministry
The Associate Ministers’ Ministry supports the pastoral leadership of Gethsemane Baptist Church through preaching, teaching, prayer, and compassionate care. Committed to moving forward in faith, this ministry serves the congregation with unity, humility, and a Christ-centered heart.
POC: Reverend. J. Hana

Trustee Board
The Trustee Board provides faithful stewardship of the church’s property, finances, and facilities to support ministry and mission. Committed to moving forward in faith, trustees serve with integrity and wisdom to ensure that Gethsemane Baptist Church remains a safe, sustainable, and welcoming place for worship and service.
POC: Trustee Tabitha Hardiman

Deacon Board
The Deacon Board serves alongside the pastor to support the spiritual life and unity of the church through prayer, service, and leadership. Committed to moving forward in faith, deacons assist in ministry care, uphold biblical order, and help strengthen the body of Christ through faithful service.
POC: Deacon Dimitrus Faulk

Deaconess Ministry
The Deaconess Ministry serves with compassion, humility, and faith, supporting the spiritual life of the church through prayer, service, and care. Dedicated to moving forward in faith, deaconesses assist in ministry support, foster unity, and help meet the needs of the congregation with a Christ-centered heart.
POC: Deaconess Gloria Hanna

Missionary Ministry
The missionary ministry is to provide a holistic Christian environment by; saving souls, offering spiritual and physical growth, food, clothing and personal needs to the less fortunate.
POC: Deaconess Dorthy Demiel

Healthy, Happy & Holy/Recreation Ministry
This ministry promotes physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being through fellowship, recreation, and faith-filled activities, encouraging healthy and joyful living in Christ.
POC: Rev. Doretta Gilliam

Media Ministry
The Media Ministry supports worship and outreach by sharing the message of Christ through technology, creativity, and digital communication.
POC: Brother Auje Demiel

Cemetery Ministry
The Cemetery Ministry serves with reverence and care, maintaining the church cemetery as a sacred space of honor, remembrance, and respect. Committed to faithful stewardship, this ministry ensures dignity for those laid to rest while supporting families with compassion and care.
POC: Trustee H. Faulk

Men’s Ministry
The Men’s Ministry empowers men to grow in faith, leadership, and brotherhood while living out Christ-centered purpose in their homes, church, and community.
POC: Deacon Leonard Davis

Women’s Ministry
Gethsemane Baptist Church is committed to empowering and uplifting women of all ages through the Women's Ministry. We provide a supportive and nurturing environment for women to grow in their faith and build meaningful connections.
POC: Sarah Johnson

Evening Bible Study Ministry
The Evening Bible Study Ministry provides a welcoming space to grow deeper in God’s Word through Scripture, discussion, and prayer. Designed to strengthen faith and encourage purposeful living, this ministry helps believers move forward in faith through consistent study and fellowship.
POC: Pastor Johnson

Christian Education Ministry
The Christian Education Ministry equips individuals of all ages to grow deeper in God’s Word through teaching, study, and discipleship. Committed to moving forward in faith, this ministry nurtures spiritual growth, biblical understanding, and purposeful living rooted in Christ.
POC: Rev. Teresa Simmons

Music Ministry
The Music Ministry leads the congregation in worship through song, creating a spirit-filled atmosphere that glorifies God and strengthens faith through praise.
POC: Rev. Andre Jackson

Noon Day Bible Study Ministry
A midweek gathering designed to deepen faith through practical, Christ-centered teaching. The Noon Day Bible Study Ministry offers a time of reflection, discussion, and spiritual renewal, equipping participants to apply God’s Word to everyday life.
POC: Rev. Jay Hanna

Pastoral Care Ministry
A dedicated ministry focused on supporting, encouraging, and caring for the pastor and pastoral family. Through prayer, practical assistance, and intentional acts of appreciation, the Pastoral Care Ministry helps ensure the spiritual, emotional, and physical well-being of those called to shepherd the church.
POC: Deaconess Gloria Hanna

Senior Ministry
A vibrant ministry dedicated to honoring, caring for, and engaging our senior population. Through fellowship, support, and meaningful activities, the Senior Ministry affirms the wisdom, experience, and continued purpose of older adults while fostering connection, joy, and spiritual growth.
POC: Sister Michele Faulk

Sexton Ministry
The primary function is to maintain the church building with a clean and neat appearance.
POC: Sister Sandra Copeland

Sunday School Ministry
A foundational ministry focused on nurturing faith through age-appropriate, Bible-centered teaching. The Sunday School Ministry provides a welcoming environment where children, youth, and adults grow in God’s Word, build community, and strengthen their Christian walk.
POC: Rev. Comaneci Walker

Transportation Ministry
A supportive ministry committed to ensuring safe, reliable transportation for worship services and church events. The Transportation Ministry helps remove barriers to participation by providing care, coordination, and service that enables members to stay connected to church life.
POC: Rev. Doretta Gilliam

Usher Ministry
A hospitality-focused ministry dedicated to creating a warm, orderly, and welcoming worship experience. The Usher Ministry serves with excellence by greeting attendees, assisting with seating and logistics, and helping ensure that every service flows smoothly in a spirit of reverence and care.
POC: Sister Joyce Holland

Women’s Ministry
A faith-centered ministry dedicated to empowering women to grow spiritually, connect authentically, and live out their God-given purpose. Through fellowship, discipleship, and service, the Women’s Ministry nurtures strength, unity, and wholeness in every season of life.
POC: Sister Vanessa Boone

Youth Ministry
The Youth Ministry motivates our youth to live with an excelling spirit in their homes, their school, work, moral standards, and in their service to our Lord.