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Every Member Has a Ministry
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Every Member Has a Ministry?
Every Member Has a Ministry is the annual Lenten initiative during which MPPC members are asked to discern their call to a ministry. Lent this year begins on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 21 and ends on Easter Sunday, April 8.
2. What is a ministry?
A ministry is doing God’s work in the world. When you have a ministry you are joining God at work in the world, be it in this church, ion the community, in the country or in the global world.
3. Does “every” mean all of us?
Yes, we believe that all of us at MPPC are called to ministry. And we want every member at MPPC to d=find his or her ministry.
4. How do I find out what ministries MPPC offers?
Use the Every Member Has a Ministry book of opportunities.
5. What if my ministry is not in the book?
Name it – just tell us what it is. It may be taking care of an elderly friend or working in a community ministry not on our current list. We just want to know what you are doing.
6. What is the first thing I should do to find my ministry?
The first thing to do is pray. Ask for guidance in discerning your call to ministry. Continue to pray while you are in the discernment process.
7. What can I read to help me discern my ministry?
* Read and study scripture
* Read the Every Member Has a Ministry book of opportunities which will be mailed to every home
* Use the Every Member Has a Ministry daily Lenten devotional guide which can be picked up at the church office and in other locations around the church;
* Participate in a small group focused on the book, In his Steps, and use the companion Every Member Has a Ministry study guide (both are available at the church);
* Read articles about ministry opportunities in the Carillon magazine and the Carillon Weekly
8. What events can I attend that will help me discern my ministry?
* Attend worship and reflect on the sermons;
* Attend the kick-off event for Every Member Has a Ministry on Feb. 28. Steve will be teaching on” The World’s Need, Your Passion, God’s Call”;
* Attend one or more Academy classes related to “Every member Has a Ministry” ( registration through the church office):
* “What would Jesus do?” Wednesday nights
* “Finding Your Mission in Life” Sunday mornings or Online
* “Wired 4 ministry: Discovering Your S.H.A.P.E. for Ministry,” Monday nights or Wednesday mornings
9. Who can I talk to about a ministry for me?
Talk with others about where they see you in ministry or schedule an interview with the Covenant Ministry office. You might also take a spiritual gifts inventory (available on-line or hard copy from the Covenant Ministry office). In addition, be aware of the video monitors displayed in the church which will give important information about Every Member Has a Ministry.
10. How and when do I name my ministry?
On Easter Sunday, we will all come forward and place our commitment cards at the foot of the cross. (This is similar to financial stewardship Sunday in the fall.) Commitment cards will be available in the church office and at other locations throughout the church.
11. How long is my commitment?
We would like you to commit to one ministry for one year.
12. What if it does not work out?
The Covenant Ministry office will help you find another ministry.
13. What happens after Easter?
The Covenant ministry office will acknowledge and process each card. Names and contact information will be sent to council and team chairs in June.
14. What happens on Pentecost?
The entire congregations will pray for the covenants.
15. When will I hear from someone about my ministry?
Council and team chairs will contact disciples over the summer.
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