God has called many people to the work of the church. Some ministries we get to see their workers in action, but people who work tirelessly behind-the-scenes do some of the ministries that we enjoy the most. There are a variety of ministries at Albany Baptist that fall into this category. They relate to the day-to-day operation of our church, the beautification of our facilities, and the transportation of members and visitors. These ministries are carried out each week and in many ways help to ensure that the enjoyment of the rest of our ministries is increased.

ADMINISTRATIVE
The weekly church newsletter and other correspondence generate a number of large mailings each week. Volunteers assist Joe Gaston, the church administrator, by collating packets, stuffing envelopes, etc. Joe’s vision is to see several regular volunteers added to this ministry, including someone manage the phones during Tuesday morning staff meetings.

For more information, contact Joe Gaston.

WELCOME MINISTRY
Our ushers and greeters are usually the first ministers you meet at Albany Baptist. They have the responsibility not only to greet members and visitors, but also to create a welcome feeling for people to prepare to worship. Ushers and greeters promote the atmosphere of spiritual love for each other while providing an environment of acceptance for all who walk through the doors of Albany Baptist.

For more information, contact Mike Ohlinger.

TRANSPORTATION
Albany Baptist provides transportation for all of our services and special events. To utilize this ministry, simply call 740-698-3163 and leave a message. A Transportation Ministry volunteer will return each call to schedule pickups and drop offs.

For more information, contact the church office..

GROUNDS
God is the owner of all we see and experience, thus He is the actual owner of the properties that we claim for our church ministries. Since Man is a steward of God’s property, we are charged with the maintenance and use of God’s property that He has given to our church to use for His work.

Understanding that God is the ultimate owner of this property; that He has entrusted this piece of His creation to us for use in His ministry; and that its appearance directly reflects upon Him; The Grounds Ministry diligently work to ensure Albany Baptist is kept in a way that reflects positively upon the Lord, and that its appearance brings Him glory and honor through the church body and even by members of the community.

For more information, contact Dan Bernard.

INTERIOR AND SEASONAL DESIGN
The goal of this ministry is to create an environment that is warm and inviting to our congregation and guests. God loves beauty, and things that directly reflect upon Him, He made beautiful. Just as The Grounds Ministry works to maintain the outside of our church facility, The Interior and Seasonal Design Ministry works to ensure that the inside of the facility reflects the best that we have to offer. We realize that the facilities reflect on God because they represent Him, as well as the people that worship within. As stewards of His property, we must do all we can to ensure that their appearance properly reflect His glory and majesty.

For more information, contact Amy Mendenhall.