Scripture: "Then Joshua called the twelve men he had chosen, and told them, "Go into the Jordan ahead of the Covenant Box of the Lord your God. Each one of you take a stone on you shoulder, one for each of the tribes of Israel. These stones will remind the people of what the Lord has done. In the future, when your children ask what these stones mean to you, you will tell them that the water of the Jordan stopped flowing when the Lord's Covenant Box crossed the river. These stones will always remind the people of Israel of what happened here." Joshua 4:4-7 TEV

Mission Statement:
The mission of the Historical Research Ministry is to provide members as well as the community with a record of vibrant history of the St. Peter Baptist Church.

Scripture: "Joash called the priest and ordered them to save up the money paid in connection with the sacrifices in the Temple, both the dues paid for the regular sacrifices and the money given as freewill gifts. Each priest was to be responsible for the money brought by those he served, and the money was to be used to repair the Temple, as needed."  2 Kings 12:4 -5 TEV

Mission Statement:
The mission of the Finance Ministry is to provide viable and functional procedures and operations that will enhance the overall accountability of those assets entrusted to the church.

Scripture: "Give us today the food we need." Matthew 6:11 TEV

Mission Statement:
The mission of the Food Service Ministry is to plan, select, purchase, and prepare wholesome, nutritious food for the congregation as well as the community.

Scripture: "The group of believers was one in mind and heart.  None of them said that any of their belongings were their own, but they all shared with one another everything they had.  With great power the apostles gave witness to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and God poured rich blessings on them all.  There was no one in the group who was in need.  Those who owned fields or houses would sell them, bring the money received from the sale, and turn it over to the apostles; and the money was distributed according to the needs of the people."  Acts 4:32-35 TEV

Purpose and Composition of the Ministry:
The Ministry of Community Care provides assistance to persons experiencing emergency hardship.  This ministry is not established for long term intervention or assistance on behalf of any individual.
Contact us at:  nhccm@verizon.net

Scripture: "Go, then, to all peoples everywhere and make them my disciples: baptize them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, and teach them to obey everything I have commanded you."   Matthew 28:19-20 TEV

Mission Statement:
The mission of the Missions Ministry is to promote the spreading of the gospel as well as to teach the focus and purpose of missions, and to carry out missionary efforts in the spirit of God's love and mercy.

Scripture: "Let us give thanks to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the merciful Father, the God from whom all help comes!  He helps us in all our troubles, so that we are able to help others who have all kinds of troubles, using the same help that we ourselves have received from God.  Just as we have a share in Christ's many sufferings, so also through Christ we share in God's great help."  II Corinthians 1:3-5

Mission Statement:
To address ongoing congregational care to the increasing population of St. Peter Baptist Church community; which would provide progressive grief process care to those in posts crisis situations.  The ministry will also be able to offer resources and care to preempt some potential crisis situations.  Some of the issues to be addressed are: depression, stress related issues, family relations, additions, visitations of the sick (assisting the diaconate) and grief to name a few.

Transitional Ministry
Scripture: "Do not conform yourselves to the standards of this world, but let God transform you inwardly by a complete change of your mind. Then you will be able to know the will of God --- what is good and is pleasing to him and is perfect."
Romans 12:2 TEV

Mission Statement:
The mission of the Transitional Ministry is to incorporate a communication network that will aid, develop and renew our young adult's spiritual, mental and emotional being while they are away from home.

Scripture: "Each one, as a good manager of God's different gifts, must use for the good of others the special gift he has received from God." 1 Peter 4:10 TEV

Mission Statement:
The mission of the Stewardship Ministry is to educate, promote and encourage members about what it means to be caretakers of God's creation.

Scripture: "Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he."   Proverbs 29:18 KJV

Mission Statement:
The mission of the Strategic Planning Ministry is to promote and maintain God's vision for St. Peter Baptist Church

This ministry includes the following:

Church Anniversary Ministry
Pastoral Appreciation Ministry
Church Workers' Appreciation Ministry
Spring/Fall Revival Planning Ministry
Homecoming Ministry
Publicity & Communications Ministry
Calendar Ministry

Scripture: "They were once in charge of taking care of the sacred tent; now they are responsible for the temple and for helping Aaron's descendants."
1 Chronicles 23:32 CEV

Mission Statement:
The mission of the Trustee Ministry is to lead and education the congregation in evaluating, maintaining and the development of the physical plant as well as caring for the spiritual needs of the members.

Scripture: " I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than live in the tents of the wicked."   Psalms 84:10b NRSV

Mission Statement:
The mission of the Ushers Ministry is to greet and provide for congregants, ensuring that their needs are met while providing a watchful eye of service over all.

This ministry includes the following:

8:00 A.M. Ushers Ministry
Junior Ushers Ministry
Ladies Auxiliary Ushers Ministry
Male Ushers Ministry
Royal Ushers Ministry
Volunteer Ushers Ministry

Scripture: "Finally hearing good news from a distant land is like a drink of cold water when you are dry and thirsty." Proverbs 25:25 TEV

Mission Statement:
The mission of the Web Ministry is to provide, through use of the internet highway,  accurate and timely information regarding church activities for its members and inspirational scriptures, song and documentation and for all those seeking to know more about our Faith and belief in Jesus Christ.

Scripture: "I will praise You, O Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all Your wonders. I will be glad and rejoice in You; I will sing praise to Your name, O Most High."   Psalm 9:1-2 TEV

Mission Statement:
The mission of the Worship Ministry is to enhance the worship observance by leading the congregation in praise to God through the offerings of songs, prayers, scriptural passages, musical instruments and other forms of worship.