Reclaiming Our Youth Ministry

Tuesday 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Minister Darial Smith
(561) 692-5044

Ina Kyles, Children and Youth Director
561 692-1497

Working with youth is one life’s greatest blessings. It is important to see young people not necessarily for what they are today but for what they could be tomorrow. Training young people is a process of time and energy. This process is often challenging but the potential product is worth more than all the riches this world could offer. The rewards are immeasurable.

We at St. John First Baptist Church realize the importance and value of the young people the Lord brings our way. We are not a social club, striving simply to provide activities for young people. Our main goal as a church is to build lives for the future. This requires a great deal of dedication, patience, understanding and love. It is our desire to instill in all youth a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, a yearning to know Him more closely, and a willingness to be used by Him now and in the future.

Deacons Ministry

Dea. Robert O'Neal. Chairman
561 985-0242

The Deacon Ministry demonstrates spiritual leadership by serving the Pastor and congregation; and, by supporting the pastoral vision through evangelism, stewardship and discipleship. The ministry promotes harmony among - and encourages support from - the congregation. Spiritual growth of the overall membership is a priority. Sick and shut-in visitations, ongoing membership interaction, new member intake and orientation, baptismal arrangements and communion service are some of the responsibilities conducted by the spiritual supporters of the congregation and Pastor.

Trustee Ministry

Sis. Helen R. Rutledge
(561) 985-6583

The Trustee Ministry manages the material possessions and oversees the financial matters of the church with spiritual sensitivity. The church's physical property, financial obligations and all other assets are the responsibility of the Trustee Ministry. Trustees enable the execution of God’s mission through stewardship and individual spiritual gifts. Acting as one body, the Trustees provide direction, leadership, facilities, processes, capability and capacity to help further God’s word.

The St. John First Baptist Church Trustee Board is charged with stewardship of all the resources that God has blessed the St. John Church Family with.

In fulfilling this solemn responsibility the Trustee board follows a set of Guiding Principles. Some of those principles are listed below:

Spiritual Sensitivity: We have a love for the Lord and consequently the church body. We will be sensitive to its needs and will endeavor to administer our responsibilities in a manner that provides a robust and fruitful worship environment.

Teamwork: We team with our church family and others on the basis of trust, understanding, and love.

Accountability: We accept responsibility and are accountable to God and the congregation for the proper administration of our stewardship duties.

Communication: We will proactively communicate with the church body and others in a clear, open, and honest manner.

Finance Ministry

Dea. Billy Troupe, Chairman
(561) 818-6889

Sec. | Sis. Verdell C. Bolden
(561) 996-1705

Treas. | Bro. Fredrick Bass
(561) 914-0756

The finance ministry prepares the budgets for church operating funds, oversees the receipts, disbursements and preparation of financial reports, and manages church investments and insurance. In addition, the finance ministry team provides financial guidance to the congregation council, leadership teams and staff.

Clerical Ministry

Sis. Mary Bell-Washington
n/a
(561) 261-3223

The Church Clerk is responsible for recording, processing and maintaining accurate records of all church business meeting transactions. The Church clerk (along with possible church office personnel) is responsible for all accurate church membership changes and communication of membership transitions. The Church Clerk may also be asked to keep the minutes in the Church Administrative Business Council meetings.

Children/Youth Ministry

Minister Darial Smith
(561) 692-5044

Ina Kyles, Children and Youth Director
561 692-1497

Working with children is one life’s greatest blessings. It is important to see young people not necessarily for what they are today but for what they could be tomorrow. Training young people is a process of time and energy. This process is often challenging but the potential product is worth more than all the riches this world could offer. The rewards are immeasurable.

We at St. John First Baptist Church realize the importance and value of the young people the Lord brings our way. We are not a social club, striving simply to provide activities for young people. Our main goal as a church is to build lives for the future. This requires a great deal of dedication, patience, understanding and love. It is our desire to instill in all youth a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, a yearning to know Him more closely, and a willingness to be used by Him now and in the future.

This is not to say that that we are against "having fun" and allowing young people to enjoy life.

Culinary Ministry

Sis. Mary C. Wright
(561) 261-9069

Culinary Ministry of St. John First Baptist Church, through prayer, praise and, faith in Jesus Christ, strive to glorify God in providing excellence in food service. Our function is to serve at the request of the Pastor and, at designated repasts.

We are committed to practice the high quality standards required for health and safety, relative to the preparation and serving of foods and beverages. Our aspiration is for the love of Christ, to be exemplified in our performance of the responsibilities as food handlers.

Music Ministry

Bro. Gerald Smith
(561) 755-0770

Sis. Ina Kyles

The Music Ministry shares the gospel of Jesus Christ through song, provides encouragement to believers in their walk with Christ and leads the congregation in worship and praise. Ministry participants are blessed through the sharing of their musical gifts and are an integral part of the worship experience. St. John’s Music Ministry is comprised of the Sanctuary Choir and Youth Choir. Knowing the importance of reaching each soul, the Music Ministry provides an eclectic blend of traditional and contemporary music. There’s a place in our Music Ministry for anyone who desires to offer praise and testimony of the wonder-working power of the Word of God through song.

Media & Radio Ministry

Dea. Robert O'Neal
(561) 985-0242

The Media Ministry communicates the message of Jesus Christ and supports the Pastor’s vision to reach the congregation, local community and beyond. Members of the ministry are trained to operate and maintain equipment and perform various other functions. The ministry develops and produces audio and video resources of weekly worship services, most church programs and ministry-sponsored events for members, visitors and sick and shut ins.

The Media Ministries is comprised of two ministries: the General Media Ministry and the Tape Ministry. The General Media Ministry provides oversight of the other two areas. General Media also provides guidance to other SJF ministries and organizations in the use of media as an effective tool to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

The Tape Ministry duplicates and distributes audio and video tape recordings of SJF worship services and special events. These tapes are offered for sale before and after Sunday worship services. Current tapes are generally available immediately, while prior recordings may be ordered for pickup or mail delivery.

Transportation Ministry

Transpirtation Ministry

Chairman | Dea. Steve Wilson
(561) 449-5621

Bro. Eric Horne
(561) 914-0188

Sis. Linda Harper-Tucker
(561) 992-0706

The Transportation Ministry provides assistance to those needing transportation to church services and church-related events. Ministry members also provide transportation services -- utilizing the church van and buses -- to transport the youth ministry, choirs and other ministries to church-sponsored events. Ministry members are also called on to provide (on-foot) parking assistance in the church parking lot. A commercial driver’s license may be required to operate some vehicles

Custodial Ministry

Bro. Richard Tucker
(561) 449-3424

The purpose of the church cleaning ministry is to maintain the appearance and cleanliness of all indoor areas (sanctuary, foyer, halls,and kitchen) of the church.

Web Attendent Ministry

Edward Tucker
blessed.formations@yahoo.com
(561) 692-1001

The Web attendant ministry at St. John First Baptist Church is responsible for maintaining of the Church website. The duties of the webmaster may include ensuring that all information is up to date, correct, and informative of the great thing that the Lord has in store for us that have been planned and announced by the church.