Directory of Ministries

ACOLYTES

GYNELLE SHAMEL, MINISTRY LEADER

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In this ministry, elementary-age children perform ceremonial duties such as lighting the altar candles before and extinguishing the candles at the end of worship service.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

REV. EDWINNA DAVIS, MINISTRY LEADER

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This ministry is the “teaching and disciplining arm” of the church, responsible for a Christian, Biblical-focused church school and other training.

CLASS LEADERS

SONUEL SMITH, PRESIDENT

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Class Leaders keep in contact with church members, help with any personal and spiritual needs they may have shared information with the Pastor and appropriate ministry leaders.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

INEZ EDMONDSON, PRESIDENT

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The Health and Wellness Ministry promotes good health, illness prevention and access to health services that nourish the mind, body, and spirit. This ministry also oversees the medical needs of the congregation during worship service.

INTERCESSORY PRAYER MINISTRY

REV. MARY TURNER, CONVENOR

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This ministry prays for individuals requesting special prayer.  Our ministers are available daily at 6 PM by phone to pray for and pray with callers.  Please call the church office for the call-in number.

LAY ORGANIZATION

DEBRA TYUS, PRESIDENT

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The Lay Organization provides training and teaching on the history, traditions, and principles of the African Methodist Episcopal Church

LITURGICAL DANCE MINISTRY

ELODIE KILLINS, MINISTRY LEADER

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This ministry “praises and worships” Christ through movement.

MEDIA MINISTRY

GREG TIDWELL, MINISTRY LEADER

GREG TIDWELL, MINISTRY LEADER

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This ministry provides recordings of worship experiences via Facebook, YouTube, and other social media platforms.

MEMBERSHIP CARE AND SUPPORT MINISTRY

REV. MARY TURNER

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This ministry assesses, supports, and meets any unmet needs of referred members. 

MEN’S MINISTRY

REV. GEORGE SIMMS, COVENER

JESSE GRISSOM, CO-COVENER

jesse.grissom.jr@gmail.com     

This collective group of young and mature men grows spiritually in the Word of God through monthly Bible study and outreach.

MUSIC MINISTRY

MINISTER OF MUSIC: EVERETT MOORE

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The Music Ministry provides spiritual, uplifting music and song during the worship service.

CELESTIAL CHOIR – Tammy Whiters, quinnchapelforestpark@gmail.com 
MALE CHORUS – Nelson Broadus, quinnchapelforestpark@gmail.com 
YOUNG ADULTS – Geneva Woode: quinnchapelforestpark@gmail.com
CHILDREN’S CHOIR –: quinnchapelforestpark@gmail.com

NURSERY MINISTRY

MIA BURNETT

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The nursery personnel cares for infants and young children up to the age 

3 years old during worship service.

PRISON MINISTRY

ROBERT KILLINS, PRESIDENT

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The Prison Ministry serves as the “outreach arm” to local correctional facilities.

SCHOLARSHIP MINISTRY

JUDY MACKEY, PRESIDENT

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This ministry awards scholarships to high school graduates who have been active members of the church.

SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY (SAM)

LOVE SMITH, PRESIDENT

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The Senior Adult Ministry plans monthly programs and activities for Quinn Chapel seniors and for the surrounding community.  They enjoy lunch and fellowship.  Ages 55 and older are welcome.

SOCIAL ACTION MINISTRY

THERESA KOLODZIK, CHAIRPERSON

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This ministry serves as the primary source and advocate for social justice and equality within our community.  We provide voter education, voter registration information, and informative forums and encourage civic engagement.

STEWARD BOARD

ROSETTA HAMILTON, STEWARD PRO-TEM

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The Steward Board is responsible for the spiritual well-being of the church and the management of church finances.

STEWARDESS BOARD

CAROLINA NELSON, PRESIDENT

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The Stewardess Board prepares the sacraments for Holy Communion and assist the clergy with Baptisms and other liturgical preparations.

TRUSTEE BOARD

JESSE GRISSOM, TRUSTEE PRO-TEM

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The Trustee Board is responsible for the maintenance of the physical church and property.

TUTORIAL MINISTRY

BARBARA DIXON, CONVENOR

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The Tutorial Ministry provides tutoring to anyone requiring assistance. 

in an academic area.

USHER BOARD

CARMEN SANDERS, PRESIDENT

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The “Doorkeepers” provide a warm reception to the congregation and guests, to ensure a pleasant worship experience.

WILLING WORKERS (KITCHEN MINISTRY)

ROBYN JONES

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The culinary staff of the church is available upon request.

WOMEN’S MINISTRY

DARLA KNOX, CONVENOR

LUCINDA COVINGTON, CO-CONVENOR

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The Women’s Ministry meets monthly to listen to the testimony of an invited guest.  Her life experiences and supported scripture references gives inspiration to us, encourage, equips, and prepares us to share God’s love, grace and mercy with others.  This ministry also supports outreach initiatives.

WOMEN’S MISSIONARY SOCIETY

INEZ EDMONDSON, PRESIDENT

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The WMS is an “outreach arm” of women who serve the needs of local, domestic, and international communities through a number of projects.

YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY (YAM)

CHANTE BRIGHT

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Our young adults worship together, fellowship and engage in outreach projects.

YOUNG PEOPLES DIVISION (YPD)

NOEL WALTON, PRESIDENT

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The YPD encourages leadership, spiritual growth, Bible study and community service, for young people ages 2 to 26 years old.

YOUTH MINISTRY

MINISTER SHAWN BLAKE, YOUTH PASTOR

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Minister Shawn Blake is called to create a Christ centered learning experience for all young people.