"What is the Sandhill Christian Ministry Focus?" Answer: "Ministry" is from the Greek word diakoneo, meaning "to serve" or douleuo, meaning "to serve as a slave." In the New Testament, ministry is seen as service to God and to other people in His name. Jesus provided the pattern for Christian ministry—He came, not to receive service, but to give it (see Matthew 20:28; Mark 10:45; John 13:1-17). The Sandhill Ministry Focus on work of service. We believe the Christian should minister by meeting people's needs with love and humility on Christ's behalf (see Matthew 20:26; Mark 10:43; John 2:5,9; Acts 6:3; Romans 1:1; Galatians 1:10; Colossians 4:12). Christians are to minister to others out of their devotion to Christ and their love for others, whether the other people are believers or unbelievers. Ministry to others should be impartial and unconditional, always seeking to help others as Jesus would

Deaconess Ministry

Deacon Ministry Mission Statement The Deacon Ministry's mission is to love God, to love each other and to love our neighbors. We will deepen this relationship through prayer, bible study and using our spiritual talents. We will support the Pastor and ministerial staff in performing pastoral duties; assist in the worship service and administering of the Ordinances of the church (Baptism and Communion). We support the church vision to accomplish its mission by encouraging the community of believers to grow as active disciples of Christ, participating in the global mission of, "The Great Commission." We strive to meet the needs of the congregation through watch-care, assisting those in need through the fellowship fund, evangelism and visitation of the sick and shut-in.