J.A.R.'s Ministry
J.A.R.'s (Jesus Arms Reaching) Granite Lake Women get together to fill quart Jars with cookie or soup ingredients to gift first time attenders to Granite Lake Church.
What is a Deacon?
"In the same way, Deacons are to be worthy of respect, sincere, not indulging in much wine and not pursuing dishonest gain. They must keep hold of the deep truths of the faith with a clear conscience. They must first be tested; and then if there is nothing against them, let them serve as Deacons." ~1 Timothy 3:8-13
"DEACON" is a transliteration of a Greek word meaning, "SERVANT". It comes from the Greek word Diakonia, meaning "Service" and Diakonos, which can be translated as "Servant", "Helper", "Attendant", or "Minister".
But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not be faint.
Ephesians 3:16-17
What does a Deacon do?
- Serves in any capacity needed by the church body.
- Prays for the church body, our leaders, and others in need.
- Provides logistical and material support.
- Helps usher and collect offering.
- Serves as point guard to observe and pray for our church body during Sunday service.
- Encourages others.
- Serves as accountability brothers to each other.
They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.
Jeremiah 17:8