MINISTRIES
MINISTRIES
At Raleigh International Church, our mission is “Bringing Kingdom Revolution To The World!” Through this mission, we want to minister and reach as many lives as possible through the gifts, talents and gifts that God has given us. God ministered no matter where He was and we are charged to do the same.
We encourage you to explore our various opportunities to get involved and ask God for guidance to direct you where He has placed a passion and desire in your hearts. Our church has programs for all ages, interests and abilities. We look forward to ministering side by side with the wonderful people God has called to this church. Join our revolution today!
DIRECTOR: James Rogers
The RIC drama ministry is a unique ministry with a sole purpose to win people to Jesus Christ through the arts, and illustrate to the family of believers and throughout our community that drama is a fun and positive way to communicate God’s Word. We use the arts to display God’s glory through sketches in worship, miming, project restoration outreaches, banquet presentations, and Sunday School lessons.
All participants must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and see the ministry as an avenue for service to His people. It is important that all who are involved understand their role as a team player by being willing to meet for rehearsals, work on their own to perfect roles and be flexible availability for all services and events. Rehearsals are scheduled as needed.
DIRECTOR: Quincey Winston
Raleigh International Church Doorkeepers are literally Protectors of the Presence of God. As a Protector of His Presence, you are a servant and a soldier. God has entrusted you with authority and with the oversight of His people. Door Keepers is not a Sunday-to-Sunday obligation, but a never-ending service of love and commitment to the house of God, to the people of God, and to our Lord Jesus Christ. Even as the Lord has given you the heart and willingness to serve Him in this capacity, give Him your very best! Your sacrifice and your service will yield great eternal rewards.
Jesus said, “But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant.”
(Matthew 23:1)
DIRECTOR: Wayne Clarke
An outreach ministry dedicated and determined to bring the gospel of Jesus Christ, to bring the Gospel to the inner cities through prayer, fasting and obedience to God’s word. (Matthew 28:18-20 The Great Commission). This ministry is also accompanied by the Hospitality Ministry who helps feed them on each Sunday (Transportation is also provided.). The harvest is plenty and the laborers are few.
ENHANCE COUPLES MINISTRY
DIRECTOR: Pastor Thornton
The Enhance Couples’ Ministry of RIC is dedicated to building strong Christian marriages by discovering how to strengthen a couple’s commitment to each other and their devotion to God. The Couples’ Ministry is also dedicated to fulfilling the 5 purposes of the church.
Couples have been strengthened through tough times together in praise and worship, prayer, teaching and fellowship. As the ministry
continues to grow, we will see a greater time of building relationships with each other, the church body and our relationship with the Lord.
MEN
DIRECTOR: Pastor Thornton
The RIC Men’s ministry exists to help men fulfill their God-directed roles in their families, church, and the world at large. At RIC, our men’s ministry focuses on teamwork, the power of one mind, and a determination to be godly men, by working in teams to produce: Caring Fathers, Kind Husbands, Servant Leaders, Worshippers, and Students of the Word of God, Christian Business Men and Disciples of Jesus Christ. RIC Men’s Ministry often performs outreach and local service to widows, orphans, and the sick and shut-in in the local body. And of course, as a band of brothers, rich fellowship, men’s activities, such as sports outings, special interest groups, and church care teams. For more information contact the church at 919-875-0950.
Front-Liners 2020 Schedule
Book study for the year – “Goliath Must Fall” by Louie Giglio
- February 21st, Friday @ 6:30pm
- Topic: “Dead But Still Deadly” (I Peter 5:8-9)
- Meet at SkyHouse, 308 South Blount St., Raleigh NC
- April 17th , Friday @ 6:30pm
- Meet @ Stars and Strikes Bowling Event (Sign up)
- Meet next door to RIC
- June 20th, Saturday @ 12noon
- Fathers Day Luncheon
- August 21st, Friday @ 6:30pm
- Topic: “Fear Must Fall”
- Meet at SkyHouse, 308 South Blount St., Raleigh NC
- Men ‘s Retreat
- September 17- 19
- In Myrtle Beach, Sc
- Activities: Fishing, Jet Ski, Golf Para-sailing
- Topics: Rejection Must Fall” & “Anger Must Fall”
- Information on cost by end of January
- October 16, Friday @ 6:30pm
- Topic: “Comfort Must Fall”
- Meet at SkyHouse, 308 South Blount St., Raleigh NC
- December 18th, Friday @ 6:30pm
- Topic: “Addictions Must Fall”
- Meet at SkyHouse, 308 South Blount St., Raleigh NC
WOMEN
DIRECTOR: Mrs. Bertha Thornton
The women’s ministry of Raleigh International Church was established as an avenue for women of all ages and backgrounds to come together and find purpose and destiny in their lives. None of us had a choice on the time or conditions of our birth. Our birth was God ordained. Our desire is for women to find uniqueness in who they are and allow God to use them for His glory. It’s time to put aside all the excuses we use to disqualify ourselves. God raised Esther – an adopted Jewish orphan to a place of royalty to save her people. Take a look at your surroundings and circumstances. How could God use you? It’s a call to women to take the time to prepare themselves before the Lord to be used “For Such A Time as This”.
The Esther Company Schedule for 2020
Saturday, January 25th @ 9:30 AM
Reading Assignment – Part I – “This Is Who I AM”
– Surprisingly Satisfied & Purposely Feminine
Saturday, March 28th @ 9:30 AM
Reading Assignment – Part I – “This is Who I Am”
– Authentically Me & Faithfully His
Saturday, May 9th @ 12 Noon
Mother’s Day Fellowship (More Details to Come)
$5 PP
Saturday, July 25th @ 9:30 AM
Part II – “”This is What I Have”
– My Best & My Blessing
Saturday, September 26th @ 9:30 AM
Part II – “This is What I Have”
– My Forgiveness, My Integrity & My Heart
November 14th @ 9:30 AM
Part III – This is What Matters to Me
– Fulfilling My Husband, Loving My Children, Living with Grace & Leaving a Godly Legacy
RIC ROC
DIRECTOR: Chad Downey
Raleigh International Church Ring of Champions (RIC ROC) is a teen ministry dedicated to helping our young adults apply a Christian worldview to all aspects of their lives. We are dedicated to helping our young adults fulfill their God given potential in all aspects of their Christian lives. RIC ROC emphasizes fun and practical mentoring to help our young people develop as champions in their lives.
With the challenges that young people face today, RIC ROC is dedicated to helping your young adults make godly decisions, rooted in the Word of God.
Group activities, studies, and object lessons are the focus of ministry in RIC ROC. These teachings help our young adults become more responsible, better stewards, more aware, and more mature spiritually.
RIC ROC encourages strong faith, strong passion, and strong love for Christ in all of our young adults. We aspire to have an open, honest, and exciting environment for our young people where they learn to pray, praise, and profess Christ in their athletics, music, relationships, studies, and professional lives. RIC ROC is truly a place where future leaders are born in Raleigh International Church!
CHILDREN
DIRECTOR: Mrs. Bertha Thornton
| Raleigh International Children’s Land disciples children ages newborn to 12 month of age. Children are taught biblical principles through use of a fun filled and age specific curriculum that is based upon God’s Word (the Holy Bible). The ministry consists of seven groups which are divided according to age. They are as follows: |
| International Tots | 12 months – 23 months |
| Stepping Soldiers | 2 – 3 years old |
| Pioneers | 4 – 5 years old |
| Warriors | 6 – 8 years old |
| Ambassadors | 9 – 12 years |
SINGLE L.I.F.E.
DIRECTOR: Belinda Austin
The purpose of Single L.I.F.E. is not to “find your soulmate” nor “hookup” with different people in the church. Single L.I.F.E. is a ministry dedicated to helping those who are currently single, whether they are divorced, widowed, or have never been married, discover & fulfill their purpose in life, identify their mission as a disciple of Jesus Christ, and be content in their present state of singleness. Whether one is to be single for a season or a lifetime, we must learn how to be content & enjoy life to the fullest!
Phil 4:11; John 10:10
DIRECTOR: Betty Nickelson
The RIC Hospitality ministry plays no small role in the realm of biblical ethics. Christian hospitality begins with worship and gratitude to God and is cultivated over a lifetime. Hospitality depicts righteous, godly behavior. “Hospitality concerns our attitude. We should not complain about the command to be hospitable (1 Pet. 4:9). Practicing hospitality without complaint requires the mind of Christ (Phil. 2:1-11) by which we consider the needs of others to be more important than our own needs. It will cost you time and resources. Therefore, we must invite people into our private space”. The key to effective hospitality is your stewardship, God entrusted to you. Stewardship as it pertains to hospitality may be in form of your home, your table, your food, your stereo, your car — if he/she needs a ride to your home, then your time, your energy — God gives all to you, to be used for the edification of the Body of Christ for His glory. In addition, the ministry of hospitality is a great opportunity to share your stewardship with others. However, being obedient to the Word of God requires that we not only provide the ministry of hospitality, but we avail ourselves to the ministry when it is required of us. “Displaying hospitality also may provide unknown honors. The writer of Hebrews (Heb. 13:2) tells us that by displaying hospitality, some had the honor and privilege of entertaining angels without even knowing it. It is evident that sometimes providing hospitality rewards the host with a special honor of being used in a special way by God”. Our church will grow stronger as our life touches other lives. Then the lost around us will know that we are acquainted with each other in the body of Christ. In practical ways when we invite them to share in the ministry of hospitality. Can you see yourself touching a family in the middle of a crisis by helping to prepare, purchase or deliver a meal? Then this ministry is perfect for those that love to serve others and touch people with the love of Christ when they need it the most. Our goal is to have our hearts in tune with God’s heart for meeting the needs of others, as we reach beyond ourselves to fulfill those needs. | |
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DIRECTOR: Kerry Carouthers
Raleigh International Church Missions Department is dedicated to transforming the nations with the power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ through short-term mission trips, educational sessions and global intercession. We are dedicated to training laborers that will go into the global harvest fields bringing revival, reconciliation and restoration into the hearts and minds of all people. Through global intercession we pray for the needs of the countries, the persecuted Christians, and the un-reached people groups
If you are interested in learning more about RIC Missions Department and how you can participate please call the church at 919-875-0950.
DIRECTOR: Doug Harvey
The Media Ministries focus on spreading the Word of God through mass media, such as books, tapes, broadcasts, publications, sound and video ministries. If you like to write, produce, create, and enhance the expressions of others, then this is the ministry for you. Some of the ministries that you can get involved in are: Live Sound Engineers, Slide Show Media (PowerPoint), DVD, CD, and Cassette Duplication, Video Production Publications (magazines, newsletters, outreach materials), and Light Show Engineers. If any of these things sound like you, please contact the church at 919.875.0950.
DIRECTOR: Rahsaan Ragan
Praise and Worship at RIC is a vibrant, dynamic ministry dedicated to developing singers, musicians, dancers, poets, and worship leaders for Raleigh International Church. We aspire to release the power of worship through powerful choirs, free flowing praise teams, inspirational poetry and painting, and the power of dance. A wide range of music is used in the different ministries from modern praise, to hymns, to youthful exuberance, to the sounds of the nations we are sure there is a ministry just right for you!
Our desire is to cultivate an environment of worship, adoration, and praise. We allow the expression of all musical and inspirational gifts granted by the Holy Spirit to musically gifted believers. If you are interested in Praise and Worship, consider one of the following ministries: Worship Leader, Praise Singers, Praise Band, Adult Contemporary Dance, Children’s Dance, Poetry Guild, Worship Painting, Adult Choir and Children’s Choir.
For more information about how to join the praise and worship ministry please contact the church at 919.875.0950.
DIRECTOR: Steve & Renee Pueblo
We are God’s hands here on earth and serving is what we are called to do. Here at RIC, our homeless ministry, God’s Hands, provides Help, Answers, Necessities, Direction, and Salvation to those in need. We joyfully give of our resources, be it time, money, or talents, on a consistent basis to our community. If you have a heart to serve, please contact the director at 919-875-0950.
1 John 3:17-19 (NLT)
“But if anyone has enough money to live well and sees a brother or sister in need and refuses to help — how can God’s love be in that person? Dear children, let us stop just saying we love each other; let us really show it by our actions. It is by our actions that we know we are living in the truth, so we will be confident when we stand before the Lord.”
DIRECTOR: Minerva Clarke
A food distribution ministry that gives free groceries every month in the community to those in need. …for I was hungry and you gave Me food; I was thirsty and you gave Me drink; I was a stranger and you took Me in; Mathew 25:35