The Encouragement Ministry provides a framework for regular communication with members who have been absent for more than eight days. Cards, letters, e-mails, text messages are provided by ministry workers to keep open the lines of communication, determine and meet needs, and most of all, provide encouragement to those who are in a time of difficulty.
The Encouragement Ministry also assigns mentors or buddies to new members placing membership from other congregations to enlarge the new member’s circle of friends and integrate them within the congregation.