The STEP Ministry at Christ Is The Answer Ministries (CITAM) is dedicated to ensuring the safety, orderliness, and cleanliness of the church premises. This ministry plays a crucial role in managing security, directing traffic, maintaining the environment, and overseeing parking logistics, facilitating a conducive environment for worship.
Mission Statement
To ensure efficiency in traffic management, environmental stewardship, security, and parking within the church premises, providing a seamless experience for worshippers.
Key Objectives
- Traffic Management: Ensure smooth and efficient vehicle and pedestrian movement before, during, and after services.
- Security Assurance: Maintain a secure environment during church services and events, safeguarding worshippers and church property.
- Environmental Maintenance: Ensure the cleanliness and upkeep of the church premises to provide a pleasant atmosphere for attendees.
- Emergency Preparedness: Develop and implement protocols to handle emergencies effectively, ensuring the safety of all.
Activities and Programs
- Traffic Coordination: Guide vehicles and pedestrians to ensure orderly movement during services.
- Security Patrols: Monitor church premises to deter and address potential security concerns.
- Environmental Maintenance: Organize clean-up activities and manage waste disposal to maintain cleanliness.
- Emergency Drills: Conduct training and simulations to prepare for potential emergencies.
Key Events
- Safety Awareness Workshops: Educational sessions focused on personal safety and emergency procedures.
- Environmental Stewardship Days: Community events like tree planting and clean-up initiatives to promote sustainability.
- Volunteer Training Programs: Regular sessions to equip team members with the skills needed for effective ministry.
- Emergency Preparedness Drills: Practical sessions to enhance readiness for unexpected situations.
Biblical Foundation
The STEP Ministry draws inspiration from Scriptures emphasizing order, stewardship, and service:
- “But all things should be done decently and in order.” – 1 Corinthians 14:40
- “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” – Colossians 3:23
- “The Lord God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to work it and keep it.” – Genesis 2:15
- “For God is not a God of confusion but of peace.” – 1 Corinthians 14:33
Requirements to Join
- Active Membership: Be a registered and active member of CITAM.
- Commitment to Service: Exhibit reliability, punctuality, and dedication to ministry roles.
- Willingness to Train: Participate in mandatory training programs for skill enhancement and safety protocols.
- Physical Fitness: Be able to perform duties such as directing traffic, patrolling, and participating in clean-up activities.
- Teamwork and Respect: Maintain a cooperative spirit and respect for fellow team members and churchgoers.
How to Contribute to Our Mission
- Prayer Support: Regularly pray for the safety and efficiency of the ministry.
- Volunteer Assistance: Offer your time and skills to support the team during services and events.
- Resource Provision: Contribute safety equipment, signage, or funds for ministry operations.
- Encourage Participation: Motivate others to join and support the ministry’s initiatives.
Recurrent Meetings
- Weekly Briefings: Gatherings to plan and coordinate activities for upcoming services and events.
- Monthly Training Sessions: Ongoing training to enhance skills and ensure alignment with ministry goals.
- Quarterly Evaluations: Review meetings to assess performance and identify areas for improvement.
Contact Details
For more information or to get involved with the STEP Ministry, please contact the ministry leader at your local CITAM assembly or visit the official CITAM website: www.citam.org.
Through the STEP Ministry, CITAM provides a safe, orderly, and welcoming environment, ensuring worshippers can focus on their spiritual growth in an atmosphere of excellence and care.