In some faiths only ordained clergy may lead the body of believers by preaching, teaching, or offering counsel to the body. In 1 Peter 2:9, Peter calls all Christians "a royal priesthood." Each believer is one who is called by God to serve. However, there are those who are gifted with leadership and are appointed to guide, teach and equip the body.
Elders
In Titus 1:5 Paul had instructed
Titus to "...set in order what remains, and appoint elders in every
city as I directed you." Each churches elders looked after the
believers--teaching them, and seeing to their needs. Today the
Glen Rock Church of Christ is still led by elders. They are
chosen according to the criteria described in 1 Timothy 3:1-4&6.
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Deacons
1 Timothy 3:8-13 also describes
the role of deacons. A deacon's primary role is service to the
needy (Matthew 25:44, Romans 15:25), caring for the physical and
material needs of fellow Christians (Hebrews 6:10), and supporting
preaching and teaching ministries.
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Ministry Leaders
In addition to our elders and
deacons we have many volunteers who oversee our many ministries.
From kids programs to seniors, missions to benevolence- there are
many areas of service at the Glen Rock Church of Christ.
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Ministers
The ministers at the Glen Rock
Church of Christ are hired to serve the body of believers on a
full-time basis. Gareth Flanary is our Pulpit Minister
responsible for preaching, visitation, teaching, and evangelism.
Ken Coble is the Youth and Family Minister and is responsible for
youth programs, family-based events, and religious education.
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