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Ministries

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  Evangelism & Missions

  And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.

  The mission of the Global Evangelism and Outreach Ministry is in accordance with the Word of God, which calls upon each Christian to be a “witness to the nations” (Acts 1:8) and to share the Good News of the Gospel of Jesus Christ with “the least and the lost—men, women, and children—across nations, tribes, and tongues” (Revelations 14:6). Its members reach across cultures and the globe—working locally, nationally, and internationally.

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  Youth

  “Have faith in God.” (Mark 11:22)

  Serving children and young adults from nursery age through high school, the Eleven 22 Youth Ministry provides spiritual enrichment for youth of all ages. Its ethos is based on a four-fold formula: Daily Prayer + Weekly Study + Weekly Worship + Consistent Service = Strong Christian Growth. 

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  Young Adults

  The Young Adult Ministry serves to promote the word of God and provide Christ-focused social activities, forums, small groups, and teachings that empower and develop spirit filled men and women (18 to 40). 

  Who desire and pursue a deeper understanding and relationship with Jesus Christ. The young adult ministry seeks to educate and execute Rev Dr. Lee P Washington’s 5E plan. This ministry meets every 2nd Saturday at 9am on the Reid Temple-Glenn Dale Campus

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  Worship & Liturgy

  The Worship and Liturgy ministries have the awesome responsibility of supporting and enhancing your total worship experience from the moment that you enter the sanctuary to be seated by members of the Ushers Ministry.

  The Angelos Ministry provides the audio-visual support that is so critical to your full participation in the service. In conjunction with the Music Department, the Orchestra and Dance ministries will engage and uplift you through song, movement and dance. As you are moved during the service and feel the need for prayer, members of the PUSH Prayer Ministry are available to pray with you individually for your particular spiritual needs.

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  Pastoral Support

  A church should be involved in the care of the pastor’s emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual health.

  The purpose of the Reid Temple AME Church Pastoral Support Ministry is to show appreciation to Pastor for his leadership and spiritual guidance.  Ministries that provide this support include the Pastor's Agape Society, Board of Stewardeses, Board of Stewards, and the Board of Trustees.

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  Music Ministry

  The Music Ministry at Reid Temple coordinates the activities and performances of a multi-talented, multi-faceted aggregation of vocalists.

  The sole mission is to usher the people of God into His presence through music and exaltation. The Music Ministry works closely with the church’s orchestras to achieve this goal, and organizes the church’s choirs. 

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  Ministry Services

  There are a few ministries that provide service to all of the ministries of Reid Temple.

  These ministries include Advertising, Audio/Visual, Catering, Transportation, and Web/IT services.  If you are in need of one of these services, learn more about them by clicking the link below.

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  Media & Communication

  We share in the church vision of 5E’s with a specific focus in the Evangelism portion of the five-fold vision of The 5 E's.

  The Public Relations Commission promotes the Spirit led activities and ministries of the church.  Reid Temple's Public Relations Commission is the arm of the church charged with spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ using online and offline media methods.  Ministries include Advertising, Joshua's Journal, Social Media, & Website/IT Ministry.

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  Congregational Care

  Prayer Ministry: Pray Until Something Happens (P.U.S.H)
  

  “The effectual, fervent prayer of a righteous person availeth much.” (James 5:16)

  Members of other Reid Temple ministries and lay members who feel the special call to intercessory prayer are welcome to participate in this ministry. P.U.S.H. members come together to pray for all those who request special prayer during worship services. They also are tasked to pray for the church; for the community, nation, and world; and in response to various individual and group prayer needs upon request.  The P.U.S.H. Ministry is available for persons requesting special prayer after every Sunday worship service. It also meets every Saturday morning at 6:00am on the Reid Temple-Glenn Dale Campus.
  

  Contact Rev. Denise Moody, Ministry Leader, 301-352-0320, ext. 454.

  
  

  BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY

  The members of Reid Temple’s Bereavement Ministry are called upon to prepare and serve the repast meals that the church offers to the families and friends of deceased members after each funeral service. In that role, they are expected to demonstrate both compassion and efficiency: ensuring that all foods are prepared according to the family’s wishes, maintaining a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere, and serving all guests in timely fashion. They are also responsible for clean up after each funeral banquet and for restoring the repast hall to its original order.
  
  Contact the Ministry Leader, 301-352-0320, ext. 402, for more information on this ministry and its upcoming meeting dates and times. This ministry meets on the Reid Temple-Glenn Dale Campus.
  
  
  

  STEPHENS MINISTRY

  This ministry offers fellowship and support to all unmarried persons—whether they are members of Reid Temple or not, churched or unchurched—including those who are divorced or widowed and men and women who have never been married. Its mission is to empower single adults to build and maintain healthy, happy, and Christ-centered lives.   This ministry has monthly meetings and fellowship events bi-monthly at the Reid Temple-Glenn Dale Campus.
  
  Contact Rev. Lisa Purvis, Ministry Leader, 301-352-0320, ext. 461.
  
  
  

  CANCER SUPPORT MINISTRY
  

  “Celebrating the promises of God!”
  
  The members of Reid Temple’s Cancer Support Group Ministry provide Christian comfort and compassionate spiritual support to persons whose lives have been touched by cancer. They organize and coordinate cancer prevention workshops and awareness events, maintain a cancer information clearinghouse, and work with national and local health organizations to develop useful resource tools for cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, family members, and friends.
  
  

  This ministry meets every 4^th Thursday at 7:00pm on the Reid Temple-Glenn Dale Campus.
  

  Contact Sis. Shirley Harrison, Ministry Leader, 301-352-0320, ext. 422.
  
  
  

  pathways for life ministry: hiv/aids
  

  Reid Temple’s Pathway to Life Ministry is dedicated to empowering the members of our church and the broader community to eliminate the scourge of HIV/AIDS. Through education and service, this ministry provides a broad range of supports to people with HIV/AIDS, their caretakers, spouses, partners, children, and others—without regard to their sexual orientation, age, race, disability, or financial status. Pathway to Life ministers offer prayer and spiritual guidance to anyone infected or affected by HIV/AIDS. They also conduct HIV/AIDS prevention education activities for youth and adults; develop and distribute HIV/AIDS awareness materials; and make referrals for medical, mental health, and social services.

  This ministry meets every 4^th Tuesday at 7:00pm on the Reid Temple-Glenn Dale Campus.  Contact Dr. Lenora McClain, Ministry Leader, 301-352-0320, ext. 403.

  
  RESTORATION CENTER

  The Reid Temple Restoration Center, Inc. provides services to promote the educational, mental, physical, and spiritual well being of its congregants, residents in the Glenn Dale community, surrounding under-served communities, and the continent of Africa.
  
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  TOUCH OF FAITH MINISTRY
  

  The Reid Temple Touch of Faith Ministry provides comfort and a support system for sick and shut-in members of the church and their families. Through visitations by telephone or in person at a home or health care facility, ministry members touch the lives of those who cannot physically attend church services due to illness, injury, or care-giving responsibilities. They reach out to the sick and shut-in through prayer, the reading of scriptures, and the ministry of presence. They also arrange for absentee church members to receive communion by ordained clergy as well as CD’s of videotaped church services.  Members interested in serving in this ministry must be comfortable being around sick persons and sensitive to a wide variety of health concerns.

  Contact Rev. Odessa Simpson, Ministry Leader, 301-352-0320, ext. 469, for more information on this ministry and its upcoming meeting dates and times. This ministry meets on the Reid Temple-Glenn Dale Campus.

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  Church Life

  Wherever you are in life, you matter and you have a purpose. We want to help you become the person God has created you to be.

  Your journey could start with serving, finding God's vision for your life, giving, or joining us regularly. You can laugh, grow, and serve with people who genuinely care about you. Learn more about Church Life Ministries.

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  Christian Education

  "Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost.  " (Matthew 28:19)

  The overall purpose of the Christian Education Ministry is to provide, develop and promote programs that equip individuals for discipleship (Matthew 28:19-20). Biblical teaching and learning are the essential elements of the Christian Education Ministry.

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  Children

  But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 19:14

  Our children's ministries include the Boy Scouts, Boys to Men, Bridge's Ministry, Children for Christ Choir (CFC), Cub Scouts, Daughters of Faith, Girl Scouts, Imani's Kids, Tutorial Ministry, Vacation Bible School, Debutants', YPD, Youth Investment Club.

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  Adults

  The goal of Adult Ministries is to prepare, challenge, and inspire women and men to a life of Christian discipleship.

   We invite you to view the Adult Ministries and learn how these ministries can help bring spiritual depth to your life and greater effectiveness to your ministry with other adults. 

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