Lay Organization

Mr. Norman Deas
Episcopal President

Let's bridge the gap, that we may live and work together not as man over man but as disciples with our various talents uplifting God's Kingdom here on earth. The Lay Organization, being led by the spirit and empowered to serve, will set new goals and a new agenda for the new century and continue to lead the Church from membership to Christian Discipleship. 

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Let's bridge the gap, that we may live and work together not as man over man but as disciples with our various talents uplifting God's Kingdom here on earth. - Mr. Norman Deas, Episcopal President, Lay Organization

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Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven. - Matthew 5:16
 

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Mission

The objectives and purpose of the Lay Organization are outlined in its Constitution. The main objectives are stated in brief as follows:

1. To create a love and appreciation of the History and Principles of African Methodism.
2. Keep the memory of Richard Allen alive.
3. Respect Constituted Authority.
4. Stimulate and Educate the Laity in the Total Program of the Church.
5. Study the Discipline and learn the laws of the Church.
6. Encourage Financial Support of the Church's Program.
7. Teach and Practice Stewardship and work with the Youth to teach them Methodism.
8. These objectives can best be met when one works to understand the program of the church and relate the church to the World around us. Become involved in Social Action such that the church is then our Community - our Job - Our School, and everywhere that many assembles he carries the church with him.