Christian Education Department of the Greater Mt. Olive African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church is comprised of various ministries within the church’s programs; including, but not limited to:
• The Church School, the primary teaching agent in our Christian Education Department.
• The Ministry of Evangelism Sis. Sandra Caple
• The Lay Organization Sis. Autamees Muntu
• The Women’s Missionary Society (WMS) Sis. Sandra Caple
• The Young People’s Department (YPD) Sis. Debbie Brown
As a Ministry, Christian Education is committed to its core mission to:
Church School - Teach God’s love in a friendly and nurturing environment, where students are encouraged to ask questions and promote discussion about any aspect of their faith. It is attended by all ages and all levels of Christian maturity. We use some supplemental materials, but the Bible is our core curriculum, taught in accordance with the beliefs and doctrines of the AME Church.
Evangelism - Evangelism Ministry of Christian Education; include preaching, teaching, providing counsel, guidance, and inspiration for spiritual and physical strength.
Christian Stewardship - We teach that all we have - time, talents, resources, material possessions – come from God, to be used in service to God to build up the church of Christ. And in profound gratitude, we must give back to God a portion of what He has given to us.
Lay Ministry - Instill in the congregation an appreciation for, and pride in the history, structure, traditions of the AME Church
The WMS – Teach and embody the pathway that leads to Christ, bringing hope to those who are oppressed and down-trodden; respond to the physical needs of the community by sharing the love and good news of Jesus Christ through distributing clothes and food to those in need.