ministries

Romans 12:6-8, Each of us is gifted in unique ways, to the measure of grace given us by God; the gift of  prophecy in proportion to one's faithfulness; the gift of servanthood, in service; the teacher, in teaching; the one who encourages, in encouragement; the giver, in generous stewardship; the leader, in diligence; the compassionate, in sacrifical kindness. 

Here is a brief overview of our ministries:

altar guild

The Altar Guild serves to prepare the worship space with the furnishings, appointments, vessels, elements, linens,and paramagnets used in the lithurgy.         

Leader: Deacon Bonnie McCoy

boomers

A bi-weekly fellowship program for seniors.

Leader: Rev. Janice Nicholas

children's ministry

The Children Ministry exists to ensure that God has a plan for their lives and that God's plan is real. The ministry is designed to teach children God's message in a way they can understand it. The ministry also exists to ensure that parents with young children can gain proper spiritual nourishment during Sunday service. Click Church Leadership for the Leaders of our choirs.

Leaders: Rev. Shernell Edney

christian education

The Christian Education Ministry is the snyergy of many of the organizations of the church. It is here that we bring our combined gifts and talents in service to Jesus Christ. The goal is to provides opportunities for the church to grow as Christian Disciples and occasions for outreach and witness throughout the global community.

Leaders: Barbara Briscoe and Marianne Finney

church council

Church Council is the administrative and legislative body of the church.  Its membership is composed of the officers of the church elected by the congregation: President of the Council, Vice-President, Church Clerk, Financial Secretary, Treasurer, Chair of the Trustee Board and three members at large.  In addition to the elected members, the Chair of the Deacon Board plus three deacons; Co-Chairs of Christian Education and the Senior Pastor, ex-officio, are members of this body which serves as a forum for the development of administrative policies, operating guidelines and recommends a capitol and operating budget to the congregation.  Governing authority for this local United Church of Christ resides in the congregation.  Governance is managed by the Church Council, on behalf of the congregation, between formal meetings of the congregation.

Leader: Dr.Margaret Brown, President

church school

The Church School ministry provides Sunday School services every sunday for children between the ages of 4-18, as well as adults. Children participate in lesson plans designed to develop their understanding of God.

Leaders: Valerie Tate

Deacon board

Assist the pastor in promoting the spiritual welfare of this Body of Christ called Heritage.

Leader: Deacon Terry Taylor  

library & archives

Our library provides spiritual, historical and cultural information resources to the Heritage U.C.C. members and organizations.The books, videos, dvds, cds, and church documents are available for borrowing or reference.  In addition, from time to time there are book sales, book exchanges and displays from our archives.

Leaders: Martha Ruff, Barbara Briscoe, Marian Finney

men's fellowship

The Men's Fellowship provides mentorships to disadvantaged teens in the church and in the community. 

Leader: William Johnson

men's guild

The Guild is a ministry for participation by all men of Heritage United Church of Christ, ages 18 and over. The objectives of the Guild are to: organize activities that further enhance spiritual development; plan and/or participate in activities that promote fellowship and stronger bonds; and lastly, implement out-reach ministries which remind those in need of the love of Christ, our Savior. 

Leader:

membership development

Membership Development ensures that new members are quickly orientated into the church. We have developed an outstanding orientation for new members.  We invite leaders of the church's ministries to meet with new members and share their objectives, activities, answer questions and extend a warm welcome to members to participate with the group.

Leader: Dr. Anne Emery

music ministry

Heritage has a number of choirs that allow both members and non-members to worship God through both traditional and contemporary songs. There are 3 adult choirs: Sanctuary Choir(Traditional); Praise and Worship Choir (Contemporary); and, the Men's Choir (Traditional). For our youth we have a Children's Choir, and a Children's Bell Choir (Angel Bell Choir).

outreach ministry

Serves the "least of these" with food and clothing.

Leader: Ola Jackson

scholarship & leadership guild

The core values of our ministry are faith, vision, service and education. The ministry assists students with decision making challenges and serves as committed mentors. We also sponsor group activities appropriate to academic levels.

Leader: Dr. Anne Emery

social justice committee

The Social Justice Committee provides advocacy and programs for social justice issues involving health care, criminal justice, education and economics.

Leader: Deacon, Dr. Loretta Richardson

spiritual renewal team

The goals of this team are to enhance our religious experiences by drawing on spiritual disciplines that can help us unfold our lives, our careers and our spiritual practices to fit our “life purposes.” The Spiritual Renewal Team supports the Church’s mission and programs.

Leader: Harriet Jones

stewardship ministry

The Stewardship ministry is in the process of revisiting its structure and function.

Leader: Travis Emery

trustee ministry

Oversee the management of the financial operations of the church funds, including but not limited to, investments, expenses, purchases and donations from the church.  

Leader: O. Patrick Scott

tutorial ministry

Provides tutorial services to children in the Heritage community as well as the surrounding Baltimore community.

Leader:  Dr. Ruth Brown

usher board

Ushers are first line greeters and welcome all who enter for worship. Ushers also attend to the needs of visitors and the congregation when needed during church services. 

Leader: Deacon Clarence Alexander

women's guild

The Guild is a ministry for participation by all women of Heritage United Church of Christ, ages 18 and over. The objectives of the Guild are to: organize activities that further enhance spiritual development; plan and/or participate in activities that promote fellowship and stronger bonds; and lastly, implement out-reach ministries which remind those in need of the love of Christ, our Savior. 

Leader: Ruby Couch

youth & Young adult miistry

This ministry is the umbrella for the activities of the youth and young adults. We work together with leaders from the other minsitries that focus on youth to help support their programs.

Leader: Rev. Janice Mosby