Understanding the importance of being a holistic church, a church that ministers to the "total person." Our ministries at Second Mount Vernon seeks to be relevant and purposeful, ministering to the different needs of the church body. As well as providing an opportunity for active involvement, spiritual growth and nurture, and most importantly "service" in and beyond the walls of the church. The ultimate purpose of each ministry is to be of service to God and God's people.

Bereavement - We minister to families during the transition of their loved ones. We plan, prepare, and serve food for specific families in their hour of need.

Brothers United In Christ - We serve as a Spiritual outreach and community based men's ministry that equips and empowers men to become better contributors to their home, Church, and society.

Deacons - We embrace and seek to know the physical and spiritual needs of the church body, so we can effectively serve our Pastor and Church.

Deaconess - We enhance the spiritual matters of the church as deemed expedient to the pastor. We co-labor with the Deacons.

Crown - We teach you through a 10 sessions study using biblical principles on how to be a good stewards and how to handle God's money effectively.

Historical - We provide a visual historical record of the various events and people of the church.

Intercessory Prayer - Understanding that an intercessor is one with genuine concerns for others and stands in the gap with Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit, constantly making petitions before God on someone else's behalf. The intercessory Prayer ministry consists of persons who are committed to interceding in prayer for our Pastor, the Church and the community.

Music & The Arts - We create the atmosphere of Praise and Worship so that the Word can go forth in prepared hearts and allow deliverance to take place in the body thru the various presentations of Praise. They include:

• a. Divine Expressions Dance - We strive to draw souls to Christ by yielding ourselves as empty vessels to be filled with the Holy Spirit. As we worship God through dance, it is our desire to reaffirm the faith of believers, and witness to non-believers in need, in both our local and global communities.
• b. Drama - We spread the gospel of Jesus Christ through theatrical presentations. We serve as a vehicle that emotionally and intellectually stimulate people to evaluate their existence in Christ.
• c. Sanctuary Choir- We led the congregation in Praise and Worship through anointed music and song.
• d. Unspoken Word Mime - We institute the art of mime as a way to praise and edify God, to spread the word of God through music, emotional movement, and exude unity through this new form of drama.

New Members Orientation - is designed to give direction, understanding and guidance to new converts and persons uniting with the church through Christian experience. No member can join any ministries with the exception of Men's Ministry and Women Ministry without completing this class.

Nurse's - We strive to raise the awareness of specific health and social issues that affect our church and community.

Outreach Courtesy - We are a hand to hand/heart to heart ministry dedicated to serving our fellow brother and sister i.e. feed the hungry, assist bereaved families, visit hospitals, and nursing homes, etc.

Sign Language - We minister to those who are hearing impaired.

Technology- To instruct and guide students of all ages in becoming computer literate.

Tutorial - To provide supplementary educational support for grades K-12.

Ushers - We greet and serve the congregation in a spirit of love and hospitality as they worship at Second Mt. Vernon.

William Holmes Robinson Youth For Truth - We empower and equip our youth to live fulfilling Christian lives through worship, the reading of God's word, education, evangelism, cultural awareness, recreation and community outreach and involvement.

• a. SMV Steppers - We provide a form of Praise through chants and dance.
• b. Y.E.S (Youth Empowerment Sessions) -We offer our youth an alternative in activities and entertainment versus what is being offered by the world. We incorporate Christian education, and Christian values in these activities. WE also give our youth the opportunity to fellowship with other young Christians outside of SMV , and to focus on outreach with the elderly within the church and the community.

Willing Workers - We assist in the areas of ministry where we are needed by our Pastor.

YWC- (Young Women's Christian) - Young women of God who are striving for excellence in our examples as daughters, women, and wives encouraging one another with love guidance and spiritual support.

Evangelism Ministry - (Operation Andrew) - We are foot soldiers advancing the Kingdom of God. We reach out to those in our local community through witnessing, feeding the hungry, clothing the needy and participating in community activities

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