The Board of Deacons has
its primary objective to serve the Lord as it fulfills the mission and
vision of Oak Shade Baptist Church. The Deacons ministry is actively
involved in some way as a part of all seven areas of the vision, in as
much as it assists the Pastor and serves in a spiritual advisory role to
all of the ministries in the church. These men are elected by the
membership and are considered a key part of the official board of the
Church.
Activities currently being conducted
by the Board of Deacons are:
- A deacon is responsible for providing spiritual advice and
direction as required to each ministry in the church.
- Conducts an active family ministry, by being in regular contact
with every member in the church.
- Lead the devotional service for most services
- Provide assistance to the pastor in any area requested by him.
- Serving communion to the membership (to include home visits for
the sick & shut-in).
- Preparing candidates for baptism.
- Hospital visitation
