How Stuff Works
Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes at Maryville Vineyard Church? Who does what? What is the leadership structure? Why is the coffee so stinkin’ good?
This is your lucky day! We’ll do our best to answer the most frequently asked questions about the operations of our church.
Audio: Listen to “How Stuff Works” presented on January 10, 2010
Aaron McCarter, Lead Pastor
- vision
- teaching
- leadership development
Sharon McCarter, Executive Pastor
- operations
- management
- team development
Matt Farrand, Worship & Communications Pastor
- sanctuary experience
- graphics & video
- website & newsletter
Teri Farrand, Ministry Coordinator
- accounting
- administration
- calendar
- hospitality
Jen Hill, LifeGroups Coordinator
- LifeGroups development
- events planning
Ecclesiastical Board
The Ecclesiastical Board is made up of the ministry leaders of the church, including the staff. The board meets on a weekly basis to make the day-to-day decisions of the church, evaluate recent ministry, plan ministry details, and put action steps to the vision God has given our church.
Financial Board
The Financial Board is comprised primarily of lay-leaders in the congregation. They meet quarterly to set the financial priorities and budget of the church, review and evaluate the previous quarter, and make the business decision necessary for the operation of the church.
Membership is a biblical concept. Scripture discusses leadership models in the church, and if there were not a public identification of those who were a part of that church, structured leadership would be impossible. However, we are not given details about how that is to be carried out, so we have prayerfully and thoughtfully established a model that is both simple and clear…
Read our FAQ on membership at the Vineyard
Download the Membership Covenant
LifeGroups are the primary vehicle for discipleship and relationship at the Vineyard. They are small groups that meet in homes at various times throughout the week. Each LifeGroups is unique, but they all provide an opportunity for deeper discussion about the messages and the Bible, and a deeper connection with people who provide care, encouragement, prayer and help for one another.
LifeGroup leaders serve to shepherd the people of the Vineyard. They are spiritual leaders in the church and provide prayer ministry and care for those in need. They encourage the growth of the individuals in their groups and serve as an incredible resource when you need accountability, godly advice, or just need someone who will listen.
If you are not in a LifeGroup, you can visit a few and find the group that’s best for you. Find a LifeGroup
There are always opportunities for ministry at the Vineyard. We value gift-based ministry, and believe that every believer has a divinely ordained place in the body of Christ. The ministry of the people at the Vineyard is “how stuff works.”
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If you want to get involved in what God is doing at the Vineyard, contact Sharon.
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