DEPARTMENTS (TEAMS)
Administration Team
Purpose: To ensure the smooth, organised, and efficient running of the church. Scriptural Heartbeat: “Let all things be done decently and in order.” — 1 Corinthians 14:40
What They Do:
Maintain and file all church documents physically and digitally.
Monitor compliance across ministries and teams.
Coordinate all church programmes, events, and calendars.
Manage the pastors’ and ministers’ internal and external schedules.
Ensure all church bills, subscriptions, and administrative obligations are up to date.
Why They Matter:
They are the backbone of church operations — ensuring structure, order, and excellence.
Accounts & Finance Team
Purpose: To steward the financial resources of the church with integrity and transparency. Scriptural Heartbeat: “Moreover, it is required in stewards that a man be found faithful.” — 1 Corinthians 4:2
What They Do:
Count and remit offerings, tithes, and donations.
Manage church bank accounts and internal ledgers.
Handle accounts receivable and payable.
Generate internal financial statements.
Prepare for audits and annual general meetings (AGM).
Submit accounts to the Charity Commission.
Ensure all financial documents are stored securely and confidentially.
Why They Matter:
They ensure financial integrity, accountability, and sustainability.
Ushering Team
Purpose: To create a warm, orderly, and welcoming worship environment. Scriptural Heartbeat: “I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God…” — Psalm 84:10
What They Do:
Manage seating arrangements and service flow.
Coordinate offering and tithe collection.
Distribute visitor slips and new convert forms.
Maintain order and support ministers during services.
Work closely with the Follow-Up team.
Why They Matter:
They are the first impression of the church — hospitality in action.
Teaching & Counselling Team
Purpose: To build believers through sound doctrine and spiritual guidance. Scriptural Heartbeat: “Feed my sheep.” — John 21:17
What They Do:
Lead Sunday School and teaching sessions.
Prepare teaching materials under pastoral direction.
Organise retreats and training for church teams.
Provide counselling for new converts and members.
Why They Matter:
They strengthen the church through biblical knowledge and spiritual support.
Intercessors Team
Purpose: To stand in the gap for the church, community, and nations. Scriptural Heartbeat: “I sought for a man to stand in the gap…” — Ezekiel 22:30
What They Do:
Pray for members, families, pastors, ministers, and team heads.
Intercede for new members, new converts, and church outreach.
Pray for Burton and surrounding towns.
Hold weekly prayer meetings and periodic retreats.
Cover sister churches and the global body of Christ.
Why They Matter:
They are the spiritual engine room of the church.
Evangelism Team
Purpose: To take the gospel beyond the church walls. Scriptural Heartbeat: “Go into all the world and preach the gospel…” — Mark 16:15
What They Do:
Plan and execute evangelism outreaches.
Collaborate with HCC, CSR, DSM, and TRF for joint outreach.
Maintain tracts and evangelism materials.
Organise evangelism training and retreats.
Hold regular prayer and strategy meetings.
Why They Matter:
They bring souls into the Kingdom and expand the church’s reach.
Follow-Up Team
Purpose: To nurture visitors and new believers into committed members. Scriptural Heartbeat: “And the Lord added to the church daily…” — Acts 2:47
What They Do:
Welcome visitors and new members.
Send follow-up messages within 24 hours.
Track attendance and engagement.
Pray with and for new members.
Introduce visitors to pastors and ministers.
Pass consistent attendees to the Membership Team.
Why They Matter:
They turn first-time visitors into family.
Membership Team
Purpose: To build a strong, connected, and cared-for church family. Scriptural Heartbeat: “By this shall all men know that you are my disciples…” — John 13:35
What They Do:
Monitor member attendance and wellbeing.
Organise membership reception quarterly.
Maintain the membership database.
Follow up on absent members.
Communicate needs to ministers.
Organise bonding events and check-ins.
Why They Matter:
They ensure no one is lost, forgotten, or isolated.
Hospitality Team
Purpose: To serve with warmth, generosity, and excellence. Scriptural Heartbeat: “Be hospitable to one another without grumbling.” — 1 Peter 4:9
What They Do:
Provide food and refreshments at church events.
Maintain the church kitchen and grocery store.
Support visitors and new members with refreshments.
Collaborate with other teams for event catering.
Why They Matter:
They create a welcoming, family-like atmosphere.
Welfare Team
Purpose: To care for the physical and emotional needs of members. Scriptural Heartbeat: “Bear one another’s burdens…” — Galatians 6:2
What They Do:
Identify members in need and provide support.
Work with Membership and CSR teams.
Support new mothers and families.
Provide practical help during crises.
Why They Matter:
They embody the love and compassion of Christ.
Multimedia & Publication Team
Purpose: To ensure excellent sound, visuals, and digital presentation. Scriptural Heartbeat: “Publish the word…” — Psalm 68:11
What They Do:
Manage sound and audiovisual systems.
Set up equipment before services.
Maintain and upgrade equipment.
Project scriptures and sermon points.
Handle online streaming.
Collaborate with DSM for digital content.
Organise training and team prayer meetings.
Why They Matter:
They amplify the message and enhance worship.
Transport Team
Purpose: To ensure members can attend church safely and conveniently. Scriptural Heartbeat: “Compel them to come in…” — Luke 14:23
What They Do:
Provide transportation for members needing assistance.
Coordinate transport for conferences and events.
Maintain church vehicles.
Ensure drivers meet age and licence requirements.
Why They Matter:
They remove barriers to worship and fellowship.
Development & Project Team
Purpose: To oversee all building, renovation, and project initiatives. Scriptural Heartbeat: “Except the Lord build the house…” — Psalm 127:1
What They Do:
Supervise church building projects.
Identify improvement needs.
Manage negotiations with contractors.
Oversee refurbishment and upgrades.
Collaborate with HCC and CSR on donated projects.
Why They Matter:
They ensure the church environment grows with excellence and purpose.
