The primary function of the Board of Deacons at First Presbyterian Church of Kingwood is set forth in scripture to provide sympathy, witness, and service after the example of Jesus Christ.
Mission Statement
To glorify God by providing compassionate care, support, resources, and fellowship to the members of our families, church, community, and world. To encourage individuals and their families in times of joy and sorrow as they seek God's healing power and grace through prayer, presence, counsel and concrete acts.
Shepherd Groups - Reaching the FPCK Family
The Board of Deacons reaches out to each member of First Presbyterian Church of Kingwood through Shepherd Groups. Currently Kingwood and the surrounding communities where our members live are divided geographically into 27 Shepherd Groups. In addition, there is one Shepherd Group just for FPCK college aged members.
Each Shepherd Group is numbered and is led by a Deacon and Shepherd Group Leader(s). Together they are a team that makes sure that all the people of the church are cared for and feel they belong to the family of Christ
Shepherd Groups develop a sense of community with other church members by socializing together and providing support to one another in times of need.
FPCK Deacon Ministries
The Board of Deacons at FPCK ministers to the congregation, community, and world through the following activities.
Angel Tree
Deacons provide opportunities for members to purchase Christmas presents for school-aged children and younger children from the community and surrounding areas who are less fortunate.
Audio Tape Ministry
Worship services are recorded on audiocassette tape for people who can not attend. Copies of the tapes are made available through the church office. They also record memorial services when requested.
Bereavement Ministry
Provides resources, assistance, and training to Deacons and other members of the church who minister to others in times of grief.
Bibles for Infants
Newly baptized infants and children of the congregation receive bibles.
Blood Drive
The Deacons arrange for the Blood Mobile to come to the church and coordinates volunteers to assist and donate.
Boys Country
Deacons and members do landscaping and other work at Boy's Country in June.
Correspondance
Sympathy, get well, and congratulatory cards are sent to church members.
Financial Aid
Each year the Board of Deacons allocates over $6,000 to assist seminary students, those in need, missions, and the pastor's discretionary fund. The Deacons collect the money for this important work from the 3rd Sunday's loose change offering, grocery store donations and designated gifts from church members.
Good Samaritan
Provides help and assistance to members of our church family in a time of need. The Assistance may include transportation to (Medical Center, doctor's appointments, grocery visit and church), minor home repair, and minor household chores.
Humble Area Assistance Ministry (H.A.A.M.)
The Deacons collect money, food baskets, school supplies, and clothing to support this vital Humble area service organization.
Hospital Ministry
Provides resources, assistance, and training to Deacons and other members of the church who minister to others in times of illness.
Loaves & Fishes
The Deacons and volunteers donate salad fixings, prepare the salad and serve lunch to more than 200 people at downtown Houston mission.
New Member Assimilation
Makes sure his or her Deacon and Shepherd Group Leader greet each new member of the church.
Prayer Chain
More than 300 prayer requests are coordinated so that those in need can be lifted up in prayer. To submit requests complete a Prayer Request slip, available in each pew, during worship or call the church office.
Second Blessings
Medical equipment is "recycled" to members of the congregation on a nocost, loan basis.
