Shekinah Worship International Ministries

AUDIO-VISUAL

Elder Sheldon Fox
(Leader)

The Audio/Visual Ministry faithfully serves Shekinah Worship International Ministry in sound reinforcement and video projection for the Glory of God. The teams provide a/v support for the worship team, and cues recorded music and pre-recorded messages during services. Master audio CDs are provided of weekly services. The Word of God is dynamic; therefore the projection of announcements, songs, scripture, and images in living color assists the congregation in becoming doers of the Preached Word.

CHURCH TRAINING UNIT (C.T.U.)

Sis. Kathy Somner
(Leader)

Proverbs 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not depart from it.

CTU has been established to train our children to know and love the Lord. It is also our aim to teach our children in the social, physical, and biblical areas of everyday life. We endeavor to make it fun and exciting for our children. Our ages range from 4-8.

We meet every 1st and 3rd Sunday at 11:00 am

Our activities include:
Opening prayer
Scripture reading (memory verse for the week)
Praise and Worship
Lesson for the Week
Snack time
Structured Activity Time
Relaxed Activity Time (storybook or DVD)

DEACON BOARD

Elder Esther Trott
(Head Deacon)

1 Timothy 3:8
Likewise [must] the DEACONs [be] grave, not doubletongued, not given to much wine, not greedy of filthy lucre;

The Deacon Board consists of 10 members, both male and female. The members of the deacon board have very diverse abilities and are known as the 'worker bees' of the church. We concentrate on the welfare of the congregants on both the natural and the spiritual levels.

EVANGELISM

Deaconess Linda Burrows
(Leader)

2 Corinthians 13

Evangelism is an outreach ministry. We obey the call of Matthew 28:19 (NIV), to go and make disciples. We travel to various locations, including the Seniors’ Rest Homes, spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ and presenting pamphlets, CDs, DVDs, and Bibles.

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT TEAM

Deacon Michael Burrows
(Leader)

The purpose of the Facilities Management Team is to provide the continual care of God’s house, Shekinah Worship Centre, and the surrounding grounds. Our goal is to provide a clean and comfortable setting so that the members and visitors can worship God without distraction. We believe that with continuous maintenance, we will keep God’s house in a pleasant condition. We also provide support to all ministries of the church.

THE FEMALE AGENDA

Elder Dr. Sharon Apopa
(Leader)

The mission of the Female Agenda is to provide a forum for the women of Shekinah Worship International Ministries, which:
• allows them to apply Biblical principles to life's daily challenges
• leads the women to the heart of God
• teaches the foundational truths of intentional living in the kingdom.

INTERCESSORY PRAYER TEAM

Mother Dianne Russell
(Leader)

James 5:16
Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.

The Intercessory Prayer Team is a 24-hour prayer circle. We meet every Sunday morning around the prayer well before morning worship begins. On Wednesday evenings, we have a one-hour prayer ministry between 6 and 7 p.m. We also have an intercessory prayer chain on Saturday evenings between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m.

KIDS FOR CHRIST (K.F.C.)

Elder Edward & Sis. Julie Durrant
(Leaders)

Proverbs 22:6 Train up a child in the way he/she should go and when he is old he will not depart from it.

KFC meets every Friday evening from 6:00pm – 8:00pm. For three Fridays every month, the children are given biblical and academic lessons. They are also taught social skills. For the fourth Friday, the children enjoy an outside activity, such as bowling and miniature golf. Supper is provided each week.

Ages: Preschool - Primary 6 (Grade 5)

MEDIA

Sis. Sharon Hayward
(Leader)

1 Peter 4:10-11
Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms… If anyone serves, he should do it with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen (NIV)

The Media Ministry covers many avenues: Videography, Radio ministry, TV ministry, newspaper columns, Internet, CDs, and DVDs.

The goals of the Media Ministry are:

• To creatively utilize the technology and media resources that God has given us in order to more effectively reach out to the church and the community with the good news of Jesus Christ.

• To videotape services and workshops to provide quality CDs and DVDs of the Bible-based teachings of Shekinah Worship Centre that can be purchased by the church and members of the community, as well as to be used for the television and radio broadcasts.

• To support the worship services, and other avenues of outreach, through visual and auditory means.

MEN'S FELLOWSHIP AGENDA - "My Brother's Keeper"

	Elder Kevon Makell and Bro. Earl Hooks (Leaders) Scriptural References: Judges 6:12 And the angel of the LORD appeared unto him, and said unto him, The LORD is with thee, thou mighty man of valour. Romans 12:10 Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another 1Thessalonians 4:4 That every one of you should know how to possess his vessel in sanctification and honour Mission: "My Brother's Keeper" Men's Fellowship Agenda has as its objectives: 1. to build men who have covenant relationships with God, family, church, friends, and community; 2. to build men who are responsive and responsible for their decisions; 3. to build men who are diligent in reading and studying the Word of God to obtain more knowledge and wisdom; 4. to build husbands, fathers, brothers, and sons; 5. to build men who are kings and priests of their home, encouraging them to embrace their role of providing, protecting, and preserving. Strategic Theme for 2010: "Make it a priority to reclaim your spiritual authority in 2010" Reference Materials: Dr. Tony Evans, Reclaiming Your Spiritual Authority Series (12 DVDs, 12 Messages) Facilitated by Head Elder Kevon Makell

Elder Kevon Makell and
Bro. Earl Hooks (Leaders)

Scriptural References:

Judges 6:12 And the angel of the LORD appeared unto him, and said unto him, The LORD is with thee, thou mighty man of valour.

Romans 12:10 Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another

1Thessalonians 4:4 That every one of you should know how to possess his vessel in sanctification and honour

Mission:

"My Brother's Keeper" Men's Fellowship Agenda has as its objectives:
1. to build men who have covenant relationships with God, family, church, friends, and community;
2. to build men who are responsive and responsible for their decisions;
3. to build men who are diligent in reading and studying the Word of God to obtain more knowledge and wisdom;
4. to build husbands, fathers, brothers, and sons;
5. to build men who are kings and priests of their home, encouraging them to embrace their role of providing, protecting, and preserving.

Strategic Theme for 2010: "Make it a priority to reclaim your spiritual authority in 2010"

Reference Materials: Dr. Tony Evans, Reclaiming Your Spiritual Authority Series (12 DVDs, 12 Messages) Facilitated by Head Elder Kevon Makell

MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS

	Sis. Julie Durrant (Leader) Psalm 149:1-9 We strive to produce perfect praise to God in the areas of dance, Public Address, Praise Team, Children’s music, and the band. We also set the atmosphere and work in harmony with the preached word, and our ultimate goal is to allow the spirit to draw all to himself. Praise Team Leader Sis. Joie Trott Psalm 150:6 Let everything that hath breath, Praise the Lord; Praise Ye the Lord We the praise team are the Levites; we are called out and joined unto God for such a time as this. It is our goal to utilize our gifts to the uplifting of God, and the tearing down of the enemy’s kingdom. We prayerfully enter into God’s presence and usher Him into the sanctuary thus setting an atmosphere so that the body will be edified and the Pastor can come forth and deliver the message without impediment. “Divine Connection” Liturgical Dance Superintendent Janice Battersbee (Leader) Jeremiah 31:13 Then maidens will dance and be glad, young men and old as well. I will turn their mourning into gladness; I will give them comfort and joy instead of sorrow Although the main purpose of this dance group is to support the worship experience through the interpretation of God's Word through song and dance, there is also a wonderful building of relationships and life lessons within the group. There is teaching regarding appropriate movement, garments, attitude, and demeanor whether during rehearsal or while ministering. The group ministers during worship services and by outside invitation at the discretion of the Pastor. Rehearsals - 10am Saturdays Music Director - Ryan Durrant Psalm 150:1-6 A spirit-led six-piece band, we seek excellence as we work in harmony with the praise team, special selections, and the preached word. The goal for the band is to usher in the presence of God and to learn a variety of music skills, which broadens our level of musicianship that supports the Kingdom of God. Rehearsals – Saturdays 3:30 PM

Sis. Julie Durrant
(Leader)

Psalm 149:1-9

We strive to produce perfect praise to God in the areas of dance, Public Address, Praise Team, Children’s music, and the band. We also set the atmosphere and work in harmony with the preached word, and our ultimate goal is to allow the spirit to draw all to himself.

Praise Team Leader 
Sis. Joie Trott

Psalm 150:6
Let everything that hath breath, Praise the Lord; Praise Ye the Lord

We the praise team are the Levites; we are called out and joined unto God for such a time as this. It is our goal to utilize our gifts to the uplifting of God, and the tearing down of the enemy’s kingdom. We prayerfully enter into God’s presence and usher Him into the sanctuary thus setting an atmosphere so that the body will be edified and the Pastor can come forth and deliver the message without impediment.

“Divine Connection” Liturgical Dance
Superintendent Janice Battersbee (Leader)

Jeremiah 31:13
Then maidens will dance and be glad, young men and old as well. I will turn their mourning into gladness; I will give them comfort and joy instead of sorrow

Although the main purpose of this dance group is to support the worship experience through the interpretation of God's Word through song and dance, there is also a wonderful building of relationships and life lessons within the group. There is teaching regarding appropriate movement, garments, attitude, and demeanor whether during rehearsal or while ministering. The group ministers during worship services and by outside invitation at the discretion of the Pastor.

Rehearsals - 10am Saturdays

Music Director - Ryan Durrant
Psalm 150:1-6

A spirit-led six-piece band, we seek excellence as we work in harmony with the praise team, special selections, and the preached word. The goal for the band is to usher in the presence of God and to learn a variety of music skills, which broadens our level of musicianship that supports the Kingdom of God.

Rehearsals – Saturdays 3:30 PM

SECURITY

Elder Edward "Junior" Durrant
(Leader)

We are a team of six, strategically placed at various positions in the church. We are responsible for the safety of the Pastor, leaders, members, and visitors. We also assist with facility and grounds security, transportation, parking, monitoring of the parking area, and any other functions that the church is involved with.

SENIORS

Deaconess Delores Barnett
(Leader)

Objectives:

To help seniors gain a stronger relationship with Christ by encouraging them in their Christian walk.
To encourage our seniors to fellowship with other seniors and retired persons, build relationships, and give them a sense of belonging.
To establish new routines for our seniors after they retire from the work force. We aim to highlight activities such as arts and crafts, playing games, and attending other community functions for seniors.
To help in mentoring the younger generation by instilling good values, promote a positive outlook on life, and share talents, skills, and abilities with them.

SUNDAY SCHOOL

Superintendent Janice Battersbee
(Leader)

Hebrews 8: 10 - 12
10 This is the covenant I will make with the house of Israel after that time,
declares the Lord. I will put my laws in their minds and write them on
their hearts. I will be their God, and they will be my people.
11 No longer will a man teach his neighbor, or a man his brother, saying,
'Know the Lord,' because they will all know me, from the least of them to
the greatest.
12 For I will forgive their wickedness and will remember their sins no more

We aim to encourage spiritual growth and development through the reading and understanding of the Bible. There are adult and children's classes. Special emphasis is placed on reading the Bible in chronological order, which leads to lively discussion and note-taking.

Sunday School Sessions - 9:30am Sundays

USHERS

Sis. Earleen DeSilva
(Leader)

"Five Star Ushers in a Five Star Church"

Ps. 84:10
“For a day in thy courts is better than thousands. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than to dwell in the tents of wickedness.

We serve the Pastor and the people of Shekinah Worship Centre, ensuring that each service flows in an orderly fashion, enhancing the move of the Holy Spirit and the ministry of God's Word.

Greeters

We greet every person who comes through the doors of Shekinah Worship Centre with a warm smile and friendly handshake. We aim to make each individual feel welcomed and encourage them to open the way to receive all that the Lord has for them.