Ministries
Evangelism
Tommy Maxwell, Pulpit Minister
Mission Statement
- To glorify God (Ephesians 4:11-16) by carrying out the great commission (Matthew 28:18-20).
- We are to plant the seed (the gospel message) in the hearts of men, and water the seed allowing God to give the increase (1 Corinthians 3:5-9)
- Small Groups – Setup, conduct, encourage small group Bible studies
- For the purpose of evangelism
- For the purpose of strengthening Christians faith and knowledge
- Follow-up with visitors looking for a church home
- Conduct area evangelism efforts
- Gospel Meetings, workshops and other activities as desired
- Personal evangelism
- Classes on Evangelism
- One on one studies with people and/or studies to help new converts grow
- Follow-up with new Christians – provide classes
Benevolence
Bill Staggs, Elder
Mission Statement
- To meet the basic needs of members and non-members on a short term basis, in the Name and to the glory of Jesus Christ
- Our desire is to keep this ministry as an explicit testimony to the love of Jesus Christ, not to simply provide a service
- Bring the lost to the Lord by showing them how much we care about them and sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ with them
- Use biblical principles to financially help both the unsaved and the saved
- Maintain an organized place to store donated clothing and food
- Keep a list of items needed so we can receive needed donations
- Research the best ways to serve the community
Fellowship
Jeff Nighswonger, Deacon
Mission Statement
To provide a source for fellow members to meet with one another to strengthen our relationships and support our efforts to minister to the community of those who are not yet believers.
- Organize, schedule and oversee events for the congregation
- Make sure building is open and closed for scheduled activities
- Cultivate an environment that makes a non-believer feel welcome and safe
Visitation
Bob Sallee, Elder
Mission Statement
To help edify and build up the saints in Puyallup (Ephesians 4:12), help restore the fallen (Galatians 6:1, James 5:19-20) and coordinate with other ministries the needs of new members, converts and visitors seeking a church home (Philippians 4:19, Ephesians 4:15-16).
Education
Graham Milligan, Deacon
Mission Statement
To help equip the saints to fulfill the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20) and to produce good works (II Timothy 3:16-17) by providing biblically sound teaching.
- Plans and coordinates all aspects of the education program
- Recruits and equips teachers for the classroom
- Develops, acquires and maintains appropriate curriculum that meets the objectives of the church
- Maintains communication with the congregation of educational opportunities
- To constantly survey the needs of the congregation and make appropriate adjustments
Baby Bank
We provide gently used clothing items and toys, diapers and wipes. (Selection of these items is based on donations.) To submit a request, please email babybankpuyallup@gmail.com.
FaithBuilders
FaithBuilders is a Northwest spiritual growth workshop intended to encourage Christians throughout the northwest and beyond. This workshop is overseen by leaders of several local churches of Christ, including Puyallup.
Delano Bay Christian Camp
Delano Bay Christian Camp is a ministry of the area churches of Christ that exists “to encounter the good news about Jesus the Christ to further his Kingdom”. To that end, they provide space for summer camps, rentals, church events and retreats as well as for personal or family gatherings and use. It is overseen by the Lakeview church of Christ elders and functions with a volunteer board.