Christian Education
Sunday 9:30am - 10:30am

Rev. Christine Robertson
c1robertson@hotmail.com
(410) 889-1700

Christian Education is a ministry dedicated to continually seeking ways and opportunities to educate, inform and empower congregants in Biblical instruction through various modes, i.e. Bible Discovery, Vacation Bible School, Special Workshops and other venues.

Bible Discovery Classes for all ages are held each Sunday morning at 9:30 a.m. The classes are currently divided into five components: Little People (Ages 3-5); Creative Pioneers (Ages 6-8); Energetic Pilgrims (Ages 9-12); Teasing Teens (Ages 13-17); and the Wisdom Wonders (Ages 18-100).
As each groups journeys through the Bible, they focus on the study of the Word of God and its personal application in their lives.

New Members Ministry is designed to encourage new members and candidates for baptism through a four class instructional period to begin their Christian journey here at GFBC.

Friday Friends
Friday 10:30am - 3:30am

Rev. Christine Robertson
c1robertson@hotmail.com
(410) 889-1700

Friday Friends meet the second Friday of each month. This ministry is made up of members and friends who come together in fellowship. They participate in outings which are comprised of attending the movies, plays, eating out, shopping, bowling and other forms of inspiration and recreation. Included in this gathering is a time set aside for regular Bible Study.

Dorcas Ministry
Sunday 11:00am - 6:00pm

Deacon Geraldine Snowden
none
(410) 889-1700

Rev. Gwen Evans-Chinn(Advisor)
Gweche@comcast.net

Dorcas Ministry is designed to support global mission projects through the feeding of the hungry, care of the poor, evangelization of the un-churched, hosting of Give-Aways and addressing the needs of missionaries and mission projects throughout the world.

Dream Team
Saturday 8:30am - 10:00am

Dr. Leah E. White, Pastor
Leahewhite@hotmail.com
(410) 889-1700

Dream Team meets once a month and is comprised of the leaders of all ministries of the church. The mission of this team is to provide support and assistance in the planning, execution and evaluation of all ministry events and offerings at GFBC. This ministry assist ministry leaders with preparing budgets, gendering support, working with partners, forecasting and projecting needs for and resources needed to provide ministry with excellence.

Elijah Ministry
Sunday 9:00am - 7:00pm

Rev. Gwen Evans-Chinn
Gweche@comcast.net
(410) 889-1700

Elijah Ministry is responsible for providing quality care for the Pastor and/or Visiting Clergy in an effort to allow them an opportunity to prepare for delivering God’s word. Those serving must be strong spiritually, loyal, personable, dedicated and have a watchful spirit.

Liturgical Dance Ministry
Saturday 11:30am - 1:30pm

Lisa Mitchell
drmitchell@comcast.net
(410) 889-1700

Marche Sweat

Liturgical Dance Ministry is open to all ages which meet twice a month. This ministry concentration is in edifying God under the anointing of the Holy Ghost through dance. They believe in worshipping God with their whole mind, body and soul.

Manna Book Store
Sunday 9:00am - 6:30pm

Rev. Gwen-Evans Chinn
Gweche@comcast.net
(410) 889-1700

Manna Book Store provides a wide selection of Bibles, Christian books, tapes and videos. Included is the sale of candies, juices, fruits and water. It also teaches young people who are interested in retail sales, the principles of included in same by training them to be salespersons.

Media Ministry
Sunday 9:00am - 7:00pm

Naomi Byrd
mnaby13@yahoo.com
(410) 889-1700

Media Ministry provides services related to audio, print, photography and telecommunications. They are responsible for audio sound, Tape & CD sales, as well as duplication of same.

Member's Care
Saturday 7:00am - 5:00pm

Monica Sapp Willis
msw317@yahoo.com
(410) 889-1700

**See class leaders info - check with Pastor
Member’s Care is a nurturing ministry designed to keep abreast of current membership. This ministry will be responsible for going after those who have been missing from service for more than two weeks. In addition, the ministry identifies resources and services for members who are in need of special care

Men's Ministry
Thursday 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Min. Jeff White Sr.
None
(410) 889-1700

Men’s Ministry provides a fellowship for men who are concerned about healthy and wholesome living with Christ as the center of their pilgrimage. It is a “safe place” for brothers to “be themselves”, sharing their joys and fears, defeats and victories, breaking down age old stereotypes that say men can’t/don’t pray.

Minister's Ministry
Saturday 9:00am - 12:00pm

Rev. Gwen Evans-Chinn
Gweche@comcast.net
(410) 889-1700

Minister’s Ministry is designed to create partnerships between ministries and staff that fulfill the overall mission and vision of the Pastor and church. It also provides a training ground for congregational care and ministerial training.

Mime Ministry
Saturday 11:30am - 1:00pm

Sister "Dee" Sweat
None
(410) 889-1700

Mime Ministry is to glorify Jesus Christ through portraying a song by breathing life into the visual. This ministry is used as a tool to allow congregants to see Christ in a creative way.

Music Ministry
Friday 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Min. Ernest McNair
None
(410) 889-1700

Music Ministry is dedicated and designed to uplift the Name of Jesus through song. This ministry is made up of the Mass Choir, The Praise Team, The Women’s Choir and the Youth Choir. The main focus is to proclaim God through their singing, praising and joyful sounds, while strengthening and enriching the Body of Christ.

Pastor's Bible Study
Wednesday 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Dr. Leah E. White
Leahewhite@hotmail.com
(410) 889-1700

Pastor's Bible Study meets once a week and is clearly on the cutting edge of learning the Word of God. The learning environment is informative, instructive, inspiring and invigorating.

Sister to Sister
Saturday 9:00am - 11:00am

Min. Donna White
Leahewhite@hotmail.com
(410) 889-1700

Sister to Sister is designed to bring women together to study the word of God. This ministry is dedicated to learning God’s Word while strengthening one another through shared experiences. It is a time set aside for sharing and healing, while maintaining a personal and intimate relationship with God.

SWIM (Sister-With-In Me)
Friday 7:00pm - 11:00pm

Rev. Gwen Evans-Chinn
Gweche@comcast.net
(410) 889-1700

SWIM (Sister-With-In Me) meets once a month and is a Rites of Passage Program to encourage girls ages 8-17 to leap over obstacles and pursue their dreams. The mission of this dynamic program is to successfully mentor young ladies in wholesome environment, formulate relationships, contribute to a better physical and mental environment in school and to create a strong awareness of and involvement in the community.

Usher’s Ministry
Sunday 10:45am - 6:30pm

Sis. Tammy Spencer
none
(410) 889-1700

Usher’s Ministry is dedicated to meeting and greeting the body of Christ, as well as visitors who enter the Sanctuary. This ministry is charged with being much more than door keepers but to reflect the genuine love of Jesus Christ through our service to the hurting, a kind word to the down trodden and a smile of warmth to all whom we encounter.

Youth Ministry
Sunday 11:00am - 2:00pm

Min. Ernest McNair
None
(410) 889-1700

Youth Ministry provides character development from a Christian perspective. This ministry nurtures persons ages 3 -17 by addressing issues which they face in their daily living. Activities are supportive of and sensitive to developing cultural and spiritual awareness.