SERVING AT THE MOUNT
Serving in ministry at The Mount begins with an in depth understanding of our spiritual gifts. A spiritual gift is a special divine empowerment bestowed on each believer by the Holy Spirit to accomplish ministry God’s way in accordance with the will of Christ. Our spiritual gifts are given by God through the Holy Spirit to accomplish the work of ministry as God sees fit. Believers are called to act as stewards of these gifts and use them to edify the kingdom of God. Every believer should use whatever gift received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. (1 Peter 4:10 NIV).
We invite you to go to the Lord in prayer and ask him to identify and reveal the spiritual gifts he has bestowed upon you for kingdom service. Once you have heard from God, do not hesitate to join any of the following ministries and let’s get to work so that we can Exalt Christ, Exhort other Christians, Educate the community using sound bible based principles and strive toward a state of Empowerment that Impacts our environment.
Children and Youth Ministry
We have an obligation to develop and enhance children and youth’s awareness of God’s love through an atmosphere of learning and worship. We strive to cultivate spiritual development through biblical instruction, nurturing social skills, and enhancing their concept of Christ’s Great Commandment, Great Commission and Great Commitment. We strive toward creating children and youth who impact their homes, schools and communities through spreading the word of God, evangelism and Christian service so that when they leave high school they are ready to impact the military, college campuses and/or the workforce like never before.
Meeting Time & Location
Norma J. Blake Community Center
Leader: Demetria Miles
shelly3283@yahoo.com
Leader: Marcia White
Culinary & Hospitality Ministry
This ministry is responsible for planning and coordinating all meals served on church grounds and includes working in conjunction with other ministries when their events involve meals. This group provides support to the Pastor and has a C4 type impact on other facets of the church that will enable the church to grow and unite through socialization, fellowship, discipleship and evangelism.
Leader: Janice Jackson
Deacon Ministry
This group of men is committed to impacting, extending and multiplying the hands of our Pastor by caring for the needs of our congregation through visiting the sick, encouraging members through insightful conversation and/or prayer, grieving with the bereaved, baptizing the converted and serving Communion to believers.
Meeting Time & Location
Saturday before 2nd Sunday
8:30am Main
(Multipurpose Room)
Leader: Darrell Hampton
dhampap@msn.com
Leader: Derrick Washington
dwashington@mountcanaan.com
Leader: Carlos Tate
Deaconess Ministry
These ladies assist the deacons in watching over the spiritual and social needs of the members, while also ministering to the needs of the community. They also serve as a conduit between the membership and pastor’s wife and are primarily responsible for the preparation of new converts for baptism. This ministry impacts homes throughout the community and is a vital function of our church.
Meeting Time & Location
Saturday before 2nd Sunday 10:00 am
Norma J. Blake Building
(Center Great Room)
Leader: Valarie Gatson
v_gatson@yahoo.com
Leader: Janet Silvie
God's Jewel's Ministry
This ministry serves the senior saints of the church experiencing every season of life with goals of continuing to grow, mentor, remain active and leaving spiritual legacies. We are never too senior to serve and strive toward having a C4 type impact in the Shreveport/Bossier City area. Let’s celebrate aging well!
Meeting Time & Location
(Dates/Time/Location: TBA)
Leaders: James & Linda Taylor
Greeter's Ministry
We strive to embrace, greet and salute members and non-members entering Mount Canaan’s doors to foster a loving atmosphere that will enhance a positive attitude for worship, promote a desire for biblical instruction, encourage a sense of fellowship and cultivate opportunities for evangelism as directed during the invitation period to the unsaved and unchurched.
Meeting Time & Location
(Date/Time/Location: TBA)
Leader: Linda Banks
lindabanks52@bellsouth.net
Leader: Sharon Robinson
Health Awareness for Lifestyle Ministry
This ministry encourages total health (body, mind and spirit) by improving the mental and physical health of members and non-members through exercise, diet, health awareness and education. This is essential so that we are ready to have a C4 impact on our church and community.
Meeting Time & Location
Mon., Tues. & Thurs. at 5:30 pm
Harry Blake Family Life Center
Leader: Lenyatta Willis
Intercessor Ministry
The Holy Spirit should lead and guide us in determining what to pray for. This band of members is tasked with interceding on behalf of our Pastor, church, leaders, nation and the community. When we intercede, we look up to heaven in worship to give us the vision and strength to go into the community to work.
Meeting Time & Location
(Date/Time/Location: TBA)
Leader: Helen Church Agnes
Men's Ministry
The Men’s Ministry promotes manhood, brotherhood and fatherhood with Jesus Christ as the model example. This ministry strives to be a conduit between the church and the community, while simultaneously promoting fellowship and a sense of fidelity. We seek to grow men by strengthening their connection to Christ, the local church and the community resulting in a maximization of their C4 impact.
Meeting Time & Location
Saturday before 2nd Sunday at 10:00 am
Main (Multipurpose Room)
Leader: Corey Booker
Nursery
The nursery is a place where children first discover and experience God. We love partnering with parents to help watch kids from XXX to 4 years old, so that the parents can be fully engaged during worship activities knowing their kids are secured in a fun, age-appropriate bible-based environment. We strive to use creativity, innovation and adventure in reaching them so that they stay motivated captivating their attention so that they may have a C4 type impact as they transition into children and youth activities.
Meeting Time & Location
Every Sunday during 7:45am & 10:00am services
Every Wednesday during 6:00 pm service
Leader: Elanor Brown
Pastor Encouragers
Uplifting and supporting the Pastor and first family is paramount to helping navigate them through the days, weeks, months and years of Christian service. This is the exemplary body to demonstrate others the importance of encouraging and commending the Pastor for exemplary service to God and this local church body. We are able to walk alongside our Pastor during good times, but also difficult times he may have to endure. The goal is to have an impact on the Pastor and first family so that he may have a C4 impact on this ministry.
Meeting Time & Location
(Date/Time/Location: TBA)
Leader: Marvalyn Henderson-Jones
marvalynjoyce@yahoo.com
Leader: Shirley Mandigo
Sunday School Ministry
The major teaching and learning component of this body of believers is the Sunday School Ministry. This is your chance to hear, study and get ready to apply God’s word in a loving, caring and non-judgmental environment with your church family on a weekly basis.
Meeting Time & Location
Every Sunday at 9:00am
Leader: Paul Pratt
Usher Ministry
We are affectionally known as Mount Canaan’s Finest. We stand tall and ready to make an impact as we greet and direct members and visitors, assist with seating, collect offerings, provide information about the church, maintain order during the service and prepare the sanctuary before and after the service.
Adult Usher Meeting Time & Location
Weekly During 7:45 am and 10 am Sunday Services
Leader: Eunice Roberson
euniceroberson1953@gmail.com
Children/Youth Usher Meeting Time & Location
4th Sunday mornings at 10am service
Leader: Eunice Roberson
Women's Ministry
Opportunities to explore the Word of God and fellowship with Christian women is essential for personal development. This is your opportunity to unite with those who are vigilant in empowering women, devoted to mentoring young girls in this church and community and committed to being better women in their homes and communities. We look forward to you telling your impactful stories and having candid conversations about the challenges of balancing work, self-care, family and faith.
Meeting Time & Location
(Date/Time/Location: TBA)
Leader: LaShonda Diouf
Worship & Arts Ministry
This is arguably the most “forward facing” facet of our ministry. Simply show up and we will make room for you, as will Christ, in terms of utilizing your gift. Whether it is singing. drama, dance or spoken word, there is room for you to have a C4 impact and influence our worship experience.
Minister of Worship & Arts Ministry
Jerry Maiden
Organists: Samuel Sims
Pianist: Michael Harris
Percussionist: Javario Smith
Children & Youth Choir Meeting Time & Location
(Date/Time/Location: TBA)
Leader: Jerry Maiden
Dance Meeting Time & Location
(Date/Time: TBA) Norma J. Blake Community Center
Leader: Stephanie Mosley
Drama Meeting Time & Location
(Date/Time/Location: TBA)
Leader: Sharon Green
Male Chorus Meeting Time & Location
6:30pm on Thurs. b/f 1st Sunday Sanctuary
Leader: Billy Wayne
Sanctuary/Mass Choir Meeting Time & Location
6:30pm on Thurs. b/f 2nd Sunday Sanctuary
Leader: Jerry Maiden
Young Adult Ministry
The Mount is looking for young people 18 to 39 to function as catalysts to lead younger Christians to full maturity so that they can spread God’s goodness and his word. We achieve this through small group bible studies, participating in worship and arts, mission activities and socialization. Ultimately, this ministry impacts the future of the church and its participants are crucial in bringing others to Christ.
Meeting Time & Location
(Date/Time/Location: TBA)
Leader: Vacant