MINISTRIES

ATHLETIC MINISTRY - BASKETBALL AND SOFTBALL LEAGUE
Andre Carter, Director
Ministry Meeting: Seasonal
Age: 14 and up
Our Christian Athletic League is dedicated to developing honor, pride, dignity and good sportsmanship. It is also designed to facilitate activities in a Christian setting that nurture and develop positive learning experiences. Our goal is to provide an even playing field for our fast growing population (see coach for season info.)
Contact: Coach Andre Carter (323) 757-3113

CARING CONNECTION MINISTRY
Johnnie Bonds, Director
Ministry Meeting: 4th Saturdays at 12:00 noon
“Carry each other’s burdens, and this way you will fulfill the law of Christ” Galatians 6:2. The purpose of this ministry is to make a caring connection with all of Atherton’s church family who are sick, shut-in, bereaved, or are in prison. This ministry also includes calling, praying, sending inspirational words of encouragement, and monthly fellowship. The ministry keeps church administration and congregation of informed of members’ condition. Contact: Johnnie Bonds (323) 757-3113 x315

CHILDREN’S CHURCH MINISTRY
Marsha Hurt, Director
Ministry Meeting: 2nd Saturdays at 12:00 noon
ABC Children's Church services are held every Sunday at 11:00 am in Room 209 except the 3rd Sunday of each month when the children sing. Children church is designed to provide a Christian learning environment for children ages 5 to 11.
Contact: Marsha Hurt (323) 757-3113 x308

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION MINISTRY
Freddie Williams, Director
Ministry Meeting: 3rd Saturdays at 10:00 am
Atherton offers many biblically based opportunities to grow in the knowledge of God. Our goal is to provide various venues that are conducive for learning, fellowship, and worship. Contact: Freddie Williams (323) 757-3113 x204

COMPUTER LAB AND WEBSITE MINISTRY
Pearl Adams, Director
Ministry Meeting: All meetings are called meetings.
The purpose of this ministry is to keep Atherton's Web Site updated with current information and to help members with the use of the computer, Internet and applications in the Computer Lab. We also help in getting answers to hardware and software problems that members may have on their home PC.
Contact: Pearl Adams (323) 757-3729

DANCE MINISTRY - MINISTERS OF MOVEMENT
Donna Thomas, Director
Ministry Meeting: Children 5 – 12 yrs, Tuesdays 5:30 to 6:45 pm Teens 13 – 17 yrs, Adults 18 yrs and over, Thursdays 6:00 – 7:30 pm
This ministry ministers God’s Word through dance. The purpose of this ministry is to encourage, lead souls to Christ, and to expand Gods’ Kingdom. Our goal is also to live a life of excellence according to the Word of God.
Contact: Donna Thomas (323) 757-3113 x302 or (310) 676-5589

DEACONS MINISTRY
Deacon Charles Larkin, President
Ministry Meeting: Every Saturday before the 1st Sunday at 10:00 am
Deacons at ABC serve under the leadership of the Sr. Pastor and the Deacon's Chairman. They are charged with the spiritual responsibility of serving the church family by rendering aide, comfort and support to all members. Other responsibilities include being actively involved in all church activities, praying for the pastor, leadership team and the church congregation.
Contact: Deacon Charles Larkin (323) 757-3113 x300

DEACONESS MINISTRY
Robin Hines, President
Ministry Meeting: Every Saturday before the 1st Sunday at 10:00 am
The purpose of the Deaconess Ministry is to give spiritual leadership in assisting women in the church. Other responsibilities include assisting the pastor, preparing Communion and Communion Table, and assisting in preparing candidates for Baptism.
Contact: Louise Young (323) 757-3113 x307

DECORATION MINISTRY
Stella Vann, Director
Ministry Meeting: As Needed
The Decoration Ministry at ABC provides beautiful decorations and décor suggestions for the sanctuary, Christian Education building and Fellowship Hall. They also help to provide decorations for special events, and holidays.
Contact: Stella Vann (323) 757-3113

FACILITIES MINISTRY
Roderick K. Stewart, Director
Ministry Meeting: As Needed
The ABC Facilities Ministry focuses on the maintenance and upkeep of our church. They are responsible for maintaining our beautiful church campus as well as maintaining all off-site properties. In addition, the Facilities Ministry takes care of the daily maintenance of cleaning, landscape, lawn, plants and special projects.
Contact: Roderick Kenny Stewart 323-757-3113 x102

FIRST AIDERS MINISTRY
Ann Weber, Director Ministry
Meeting: As Needed
The First Aiders Ministry is a ministry that assist people when any type of health issues arise during services at ABC. They are trained in administering first aid and hold first aid certificates. An ABC First Aider handles all first aid issues that may arise during any events at Atherton Baptist church.
Contact: Ann Weber (323) 757-3113

GREETER’S MINISTRY
Patricia Covington, Director
Ministry Meeting: 4th Saturdays / Bi-Monthly at 9:00 am (January, March, May, July, September, November)
The Greeters Ministry was established to create an environment that reflects God’s love through personal interactions with members and guests as they arrive for a service or event. Contact: Pat Covington (323) 757-3113

G.Y.R.L.S. (Grooming Yielded and Righteous Young Ladies for Christ Ministry)
Toni Carter, Chairperson
Ministry Meeting: 2nd Saturdays from 10:30 – 11:30 am
The GYRLS for Christ Mentorship Ministry Program is an eight-month program designed and dedicated to equip Young Ladies between the ages of 13 and 17 with the knowledge of who they are in Jesus Christ. This Mentorship Program instills in the young ladies the truth of God; and assists them in discovering and maximizing their God-given talents and abilities through the Word of God. They participate in individual and group lessons, discussion, and workshops. The program will help the young ladies identify the gifts that God has given them and show them how to live a God-centered, victorious life through Christ Jesus every day.
Contact: Toni Carter (323) 757-3113

KITCHEN MINISTRY
Lydia Davis, Director
Ministry Meeting: As Needed
The Kitchen Ministry prepares and serves food for most special events. They also work with ministries to assist them in properly planning and preparing meals for specific events. This ministry is also responsible for the care and inventory of all kitchen related item. This ministry offers many opportunities for volunteer service. If you have experience with food preparation, working in a commercial style kitchen, or a willingness to learn please contact the Kitchen Ministry leader.
Contact: Lydia Davis (323) 757-3113

MEDIA MINISTRY
Amrys Magee, Director
Ministry Meeting: As Needed
The Media Ministry of Atherton Baptist Church offers many opportunities for volunteer service. If you have experience with technical aspects of sound, lighting, or cameras, or a willingness to learn these skills, you may find a place of service on the Atherton Media Ministry Team. Contact the Media Ministry if you are interested in serving during Atherton’s Worship services or special events.
Contact: Amrys Magee (323) 757-3113 x100

MEN’S MINISTRY
Deacon Sigmund Thomas, President
Ministry Meeting Fellowship Breakfast: Every Saturday before the 1st Sunday at 8:00 am The Men's Ministry goals are to provide a open forum where men can be taught the Word of God; empowered and equipped to become spiritual leaders; through stewardship, fellowship and the teaching of sound Christian doctrine.
Contact: Deacon Sigmund Thomas (323) 757-3113 x303

MOTHERS MINISTRY
Earnesteen Shirley, Director
Ministry Meeting: As Needed
The Mother’s Ministry is made up of some selected Senior Mother of the Church. The ministry involves being models for the younger women and making themselves available to share spiritual and practical wisdom with them. The Mother’s Ministry is also a support system to the Deaconess Ministry to help where they can in caring and calling the elderly.
Contact: Earnesteen Shirley (323) 757-3113

MUSIC & ARTS MINISTRY
Rodney Potts, Minister of Music
Rehearsals: Various by Department
Age: All Ages
The ABC Music & Arts Ministry consists of various choirs, drama teams, and the ABC Dance Ministry. This Ministries goal is to glorify and praise God through song, dance and drama and prepare the atmosphere for worship. It also endeavors to soften the hearts and minds of the unsaved and lead them to a desire to join or rededicate themselves to the body of Christ. If you desire additional information on the Music Arts Ministry please follow the link.
Contact: Rodney Potts (323) 757-3113 x101

NEW BEGINNINGS MINISTRY
Jovetta E. Smith, Director
Ministry Meeting: 3rd Sundays/Quarterly immediately following 11:00 am Worship Service
New Beginnings Ministry is designed to contact and to welcome new members into the Atherton Family. We also invite them to attend our new members’ class and Bible Study. The New Beginnings is available to answer questions, provide information, and encourage new members to become involved in one of Atherton’s many ministries. New Beginnings Ministry was established to provide a service of connection between new members and the church.
Contact: Jovetta Smith (323) 757-3113 x301

OUTREACH MINISTRY
Carolyn Bennett, Director
Ministry Meeting: 4th Saturdays / Bi-Monthly at 9:00 am Prepare Meals: 4th Fridays at 6:00 pm, Outreach: 4th Saturdays at 7:00 am
The Outreach Ministry works diligently toward evangelizing and reaching out to the least and the lost that are left behind. This Outreach Ministry and volunteers from our church help to provide and distribute a nourishing lunch with prayers and preaching once a month to the needy in our Los Angeles Skid Row district.
Contact: Carolyn Bennett (323) 757-3113 x312

PRAYER MINISTRY
Rev. Frank O. Phillips, Minister of Prayer and Visitation
Prayer Service: Tuesdays at 7:00 pm
"The effective fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much." James 5:16. The Prayer Ministry of Atherton Baptist Church is blessed every Tuesday night to gather at 7:00 pm, to come into God's presence, with song, praise, and prayer. We stand in the gap for others and also learn biblical principles for a meaningful prayer life. You are welcome to join us every Tuesday night and may God continue to bless you is our prayer.
Contact: Rev. Frank Phillips (323) 757-3113 x113

RECREATION MINISTRY
Theresa Shelby, Director
Ministry Meeting: As Needed
The Recreation Ministry of Atherton Baptist Church is designed to encourage Christian fun and fellowship in a relaxed atmosphere. It is a way for the members to build relationships with each other outside of structured activities, encouraging those of different generations to interact with each other. Our Recreation Ministry is responsible for our Annual Picnic and a variety of other activities throughout the year.
Contact: Theresa Shelby (323) 757-3113

SCHOLARSHIP MINISTRY
Peggy Barton, Director
Ministry Meeting: 3rd Mondays at 7:00 pm
The Scholarship Ministry is a ministry striving to lead our students to academic excellence through enrichment, guidance motivation and teaching. "For these commands are a lamp, this teaching is a light, and the corrections of discipline are the way of life." Proverbs 6:23
Contact: Peggy Barton (323) 757-3113 x318

SENIOR MINISTRY
Louida Shaw, Director
Ministry Meetings: 1st Tuesdays at 12:00 noon
The goal of the Seniors Ministry is to provide Seniors with opportunities for friendship, personal growth, spiritual development and community service. Participants in the Seniors Ministry will have an opportunity to offer suggestions and support up-building activities. Please, join us at our monthly meetings or participate in upcoming activities.
Contact: Louida Shaw (323) 757-3113

SENIOR USHER MINISTRY
Martha Spraggins, Director
Ministry Meeting: Friday before the 1st Sunday at 6:00 pm
The ABC Senior Usher Ministry is made up of Christian men and women who desire to serve God’s Kingdom, and the Atherton Baptist Church family. This Ministry is responsible for greeting and assisting all who come through Atherton’s door by helping them locate a seat and make sure they are comfortable as possible. Atherton Ushers take pride in their ministry because we are the doorkeepers of the Lord’s House and often the first point of contact. The Senior Usher Ministry is dedicated to representing Lord well. We are always looking for additional Ushers.
Contact: Martha Spraggins (323) 757-3113 x309

SINGLE’S MINISTRY
Tomeka Fisher, Director
Ministry Meetings: 3rd Thursdays at 7:00 pm
The goal of the Ministry is to provide Singles with opportunities for friendship, personal growth, spiritual development and community service. Participants in the Single’s Ministry will have an opportunity to offer suggestions and support up-building activities. Please, join us at our monthly meetings or participate in upcoming activities.
Contact: Tomeka Fisher (310) 308-9362

CRISTIAN EDUCATION MINISTRY
Freddie Williams, Superintendent
Ministry Meeting: 3rd Saturdays at 9:00 am
Atherton offers opportunities to grow in the knowledge of God's Word. We offer Sunday School classes for all ages that are conducive for learning, fellowship, and worship.
Contact: Freddie Williams (323) 757-3113 x204

TRUSTEE MINISTRY
Gloria Millsap, Director
Ministry Meeting: The last Tuesday of every month at 7:00 pm
Trustees are legal agents for the church. They maintain and handle the business affairs of the church.
Contact: Gloria Millsap (323) 757-3113 x110

WOMEN’S MINISTRY
First Lady Patricia Weaver, Director
Ministry Leadership Meeting: 1st Wednesdays at 6:00 pm Ministry Prayer Meeting: 2nd Wednesdays at 6:00 pm
The mission of the Women’s Ministry is to assist in the spiritual growth and development of all women at Atherton. This ministry seeks to minister to the whole woman and her unique spiritual, emotional, physical, financial, and social needs. Ministry opportunities available include: Bible study, prayer teams, seasonal retreats, conferences, seminars, fellowships, book club, outreach projects, health / fitness classes, and a mentoring program linking younger and older women together in fellowship.
Contact: Patricia Weaver (323) 757 – 3113 x202

YOUNG ADULT USHER MINISTRY
Kimberly Johnson-Thomas, Director
Ministry Meeting: Friday before the 3rd Sunday at 7:00 pm
The ABC Young Adult Usher Ministry is made up of Christian young men and women who desire to serve God’s Kingdom, and the Atherton Baptist Church family. This Ministry is responsible for greeting and assisting all who come through Atherton’s door by helping them locate a seat and make sure they are comfortable as possible. Atherton Ushers take pride in their ministry because we are the doorkeepers of the Lord’s House and often the first point of contact. The Senior Usher Ministry is dedicated to representing Lord well. We are always looking for additional Ushers.
Contact: Kimberly Johnson-Thomas (323) 757-3113

YOUTH MINISTRY
Pastor Immanuel Fears, Director
Bible Study: Wednesdays at 7:00 pm Bible Biscuits: 2nd Saturdays at 9:30 am Ministry Meeting: 2nd Wednesday at 6:30 pm
The Youth Ministry strives to empower young people and help them develop strong moral and spiritual character. The goal of this ministry is to nurture spiritual growth through sound Bible teaching, cultivate social skills, which will enable them to interact in a diverse environment. Additionally, this ministry is available to supplement and reinforce their primary education through mentoring, tutoring, and other specialized programs.
Contact: Pastor Immanuel Fears 323 757 3113 x203

YOUTH USHER MINISTRY
Tony Carter, Director
Ministry Meeting: Friday before the 3rd Sunday at 7:00 pm
The ABC Youth Usher Ministry is made up of Christian youth who desire to serve God’s Kingdom, and the Atherton Baptist Church family. This Ministry is responsible for greeting and assisting all who come through Atherton’s door by helping them locate a seat and make sure they are comfortable as possible. Atherton Ushers take pride in their ministry because we are the doorkeepers of the Lord’s House and often the first point of contact. The Senior Usher Ministry is dedicated to representing Lord well. We are always looking for additional Ushers.
Contact: Toni Carter (323) 757-3113