The Altar Guild's purpose is to beautify the Altar by placing the proper color Parament Cloths on the Altar, polishing the brass, providing seasonally appropriate flowers, and providing special floral arrangements for Resurrection Sunday, Mother's Day, Christmas, and other special events. The Altar Guild has been doing the Easter Lily project for well over 25 years, allowing members to donate a Lily in honor or in memory of a loved one. 

CONTACT PERSON: Peggy A. Wynn

BARBARA CLEMONS EDUCATION MINISTRY:

The purpose of this ministry is to improve the educational opportunities of youth at Wayman and the surrounding community. The ministry strives to provide information and help our young people take advantage of available community resources, such as higher education financial aid and enrichment programs. Activities include: After School Tutoring for grades K-12, Quarterly Honor Roll Recognition of students in grades 1-12, annual Graduation Reception recognizing high school and college graduates, providing scholarship information to graduating seniors, working with other churches and community organizations to provide college information and college entrance exam preparation workshops, mentoring youth, and “Speak Back”– College Students having a conversation with our current high school students to share their experiences and give the younger students tips on being successful in college. Contacts: Kathleen Henderson 274-3199, 19kdh77@gmail.com; Delores Robinson 277-8031, dchis64@aol.com 

Activities include: 

After School Tutoring for grades K-12 

Quarterly Honor Roll Recognition of students in grades 1-12 

Annual Graduation Reception recognizing high school and college graduates 

Providing scholarship information to graduating seniors 

Working with other churches and community organizations to provide college information and college entrance exam preparation workshops 

Mentoring youth

“Speak Back” – College Students having a conversation with our current high school students to share their experiences and give the younger students tips on being successful in college.

CONTACT PERSONS:  Kathleen Henderson and Delores Robinson 

Bible Study Classes Meet Virtually Each Wednesday

Join the 12pm or 6:30pm Bible Study

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Meeting ID: 630-553-818

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CHURCH SCHOOL meets each Sunday at 9am to study lessons based on the Bible. There are classes for all ages.

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY/MEN’S BIBLE STUDY, EVERY 1ST SUNDAY, 9AM: All women and all men are invited.

CLASS LEADERS:

Church members are divided into classes of 7-20 members. Each class has a leader. Class leaders play a critical role in maintaining the spiritual health and well-being of the congregation. The primary responsibility of the class leader is to cultivate a sense of community among the members of his or her class, grounded in the principles of love, support, and accountability. The primary goals of the Class System are to maintain and strengthen each member’s sense of connection to the church and to assist each member in his or her spiritual growth and development. Class Leaders communicate with their members frequently by telephone, cards, letters, and visits, especially when members are ill, have had death in the family, or have been absent from church. Contact: Lucille.jesusloves@yahoo.com

The Women’s Missionary Society promotes health, healing, and relief both in the local community and throughout the world. As women called to discipleship to grow in knowledge and experience of God through Jesus Christ, committed to support the mission of the church, and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we are challenged to help one another engage in ministry and action, and grow and respond in faith to God’s redemptive plan for the church, the society, and the world. Specific activities include: feeding the homeless, School Supply/Hat & Gloves Give Away, and providing baby supplies for Wayman’s Food Pantry. 

At this time we are collecting paper/pencils and crayons. Story books are also needed for the youth. Please place items in the Wayman's School Bus which will be in the back of the church. 

Thank you for your support.

Chairpersons Danielle Fair and Carol Woodard 

President Marie Woods.

CONTACT PERSON: Danielle Fair 

The mission of the Friendly Woman ministry is to promote a spirit of fellowship and to assist in the financial obligations of the church. The Friendly Women founded the Wayman Christmas Card Exchange. The ministry also provides birthday and anniversary gift bags on the 1st Sunday of each month. The Friendly Women started the GREETER MINISTRY in 2016 to ensure visitors and members feel welcome at every worship service. The Friendly Women would love for you to become a member of these dynamic ministries. 

 CONTACT PERSONS: Carol Woodard, Vicki Maddox,

 Phyllis Lesley (Greeter Ministry) 

This ministry promotes health and wellness. Past & future activities include Diabetes Care and Awareness seminar, Mental Health Awareness and Care seminar, exercise program. Contacts: Pamela Fair,  Fair126@yahoo.com; Loretta Lawrence,  rettalaw@gmail.com 

FEBRUARY IS HEART MONTH: Heart Disease is a leading cause of death in the United States. It’s time for everyone to focus on cardiac wellness and become more educated about our own health. Some risk factors that can cause Heart Disease are obesity, poor diet, physical inactivity, weight gain with swelling in the feet, legs and ankles, excessive alcohol use. Important numbers to know: total cholesterol, HDL (good cholesterol), blood sugar, blood pressure and body mass index (BMI). Knowing these numbers will help you identify your risk for developing heart disease and take measures to prevent it. Get checked and work with your physician to take care of yourself. Thank you from the Health Commission 

CONTACT PERSONS: Pamela Fair  & Loretta Lawrence

The mission of H.O.P.E. Women’s Ministry is to honor God, obey God’s Word, pray without ceasing and edify the body of Christ, specifically women. We accomplish our mission by: (1) Ministering to the needs of women at Wayman through spiritual enrichment, sisterly fellowship and community service. (2) Providing opportunities for women to discover and utilize their God-given gifts and talents through leadership, service, and outreach. (3) Supporting the overall vision and ministry of Wayman A.M.E. Church. Specific activities have included: Annual Women’s Season kick-off event, Annual Women’s Retreat, Annual Women’s Weekend, honoring women for leadership & service, Sparkle & Shine Fundraiser, and donating toiletry items to a local shelter.

CONTACT PERSON: Rev. Mila P Cooper

Telephone: 937-268-6729

The purpose of this organization shall be to organize and train the laity of the African Methodist Episcopal Church so that each lay person may utilize to the maximum the abilities and skills granted by God, in assisting with the improvement and extension of God's kingdom, and creating happiness, peace, and harmony among its members. Past and proposed activities include: Prayer Breakfast, Lay Dinner, participating in conference/district/connectional lay activities, the 4-Score and More history project, and Lay Witness Sunday.

CONTACT PERSON: Sandra K. Samson 

The media ministry operates audio and video equipment and provides support for all media & technology needs in the church.

CONTACT PERSON: Don Hill

Ministering Mime is interpreting gospel music, using illustrations and non-verbal methods to allow the congregation to understand the message. This ministry provides an opportunity to not only teach our members how to praise God through mime, but also what the Bible says about dance and worship and its ability to bring us into a closer relationship with the Lord. Our desire is to: (1) Glorify God in all that we do. (2) To serve as a minister of the gospel through creative expression of mime. (3) To reach the people of God - within and beyond the church walls - with a message of hope, faith, and love in Jesus Christ. Mime Ministry is not “entertainment” for the church “audience” but it is a worship experience conveying a message to the congregation through one body. There are mime groups for different ages. They rehearse on Saturday mornings.

CONTACT PERSON:  Monica Woods 

Mission Statement  |   MCAM  |   Music & Christian Arts Ministry

Wayman Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church Department of Music & Christian Arts Ministries exists as a ministry of helps in this local body to usher the worshippers into the presence of God through The Ministry of the Fine Arts.  Strengthened through training, operating in the anointing, and undergirded by prayer, we will strive to make God visible in the spirit of excellence lining up with the vision of the Local Church, The Senior Pastor and the Minister of Music.  We envision along with our Pastor, a body of believers who become lifestyle worshippers, able to maintain an intimate relationship with the Lord on a daily basis through study of the bible, Prayer, praise and worship.  We endeavor to express our worship to the Father through various creative avenues in order to incorporate all age groups and gifts.

CONTACT PERSON: MYCAL B. KELLY

O.W.L.S. SENIOR MINISTRY (Older, Wiser, Livelier, Saints Senior Ministry): The purpose and mission of this ministry is to provide seniors an opportunity to use their gifts and talents to support one another and to support the work of God’s Kingdom. Recent and future activities include:

a) Wesley Center presentation of programs and services available for seniors. 

b) Lunch and tour of the new Dayton Metro Library. 

c) O.W.L.S. ministry tee shirts. 

d) distribution of information from Sinclair College regarding courses. 

e) Dinner and musical at LaComedia Dinner Theater. 

Our outreach ministries will include: collecting toiletries, cosmetics, baby products, & clothing to be distributed to persons in need; Town Hall meetings on community issues; and a Prison Ministry. 

For additional information please contact the Mabel Tyler 937-278-7815 lucille.jesusloves@yahoo.com

Administers Wayman’s scholarship program by soliciting scholarship funds and distributing scholarships to college students.

PLEASE NOTIFY THE CHURCH OFFICE OF ALL SICK AND SHUT-IN 

937-268-6729

The Sick & Shut-in Ministry was organized to support and encourage Wayman members who are sick and/or confined to their home, nursing facilities, or assisted living residences, by regularly visiting, calling, and sending cards. Activities include monthly group visits to members, sending get-well and thinking-about-you cards, mailing the church bulletin to members who are shut-in, delivering Christmas gifts and delivering Easter Baskets (joint project with the Civic Association).

The Sons of Allen Men’s Fellowship was created as a Connectional ministry off the AME Church to foster closer relationships between men of the church, to equip men of the church for meaningful service, to reach unchurched men, and to present positive role models for our youth.

Join us for breakfast meeting every second Saturday at 8:30am

The transportation ministry provides transportation via the church van to worship services and other church functions If you need a ride to church call 937-274-5355 between 9am and 11am on Saturdays to reserve a seat on the church van.

Van use request forms must be submitted two weeks prior to the date of the event.  A minimum 7 people are required in order to use the van.  The van may only be used for church purposes.  Donations for use are accepted.  All drivers must  successfully complete the required Driver Training Program.  

VAN/BUS DRIVER: Wayman is looking for another bus/van driver. Qualifications include, among other things, a valid Ohio driver license, an excellent driving record, and good people skills. If interested, send a letter of interest and resume to the Attention of the Transportation Ministry, at Wayman Chapel AME Church, 3317 Hoover Ave., Dayton, OH 45402 or waymandayton@gmail.com. A complete job listing can be found on the bulletin board in the hallway outside the west overflow.

CONTACT PERSON: Damon Woods 

The Wayman Tutoring Program is available to any Wayman children or children in the Dayton area in grades 1-12.  We need tutors.  Please contact the ministry leaders if you are interested in becoming a tutor.

Tutoring is available for students in Grades 1-12 on every Wednesday from 4:30-6:00 p.m

Ushers (God's Doorkeepers) play an essential role in each worship service. Ushers help to set the tone for the worship experience by demonstrating Christian service and hospitality to all who enter the church. The responsibilities include greeting worshipers entering the service, assisting in seat location, and assisting the Pastor in maintaining order and continuity during the worship service. Wayman has 3 Usher Boards. We love to serve God and welcome new members with enthusiasm.

CONTACT PERSONS: 

Wandra Beach 

Michael Fair 

Karen Dixon 

Jackie Wright 

The purpose of the Civic Association is to bring information on civic matters to the Church family and to sponsor and support other projects in the Church and community. Each year we are involved in the political process through a variety of activities that include Meet the Candidates political forums, voter registration drives, public forums on community issues, and encouraging members of our congregation and the neighborhood to participate in early voting through “Souls to the Polls". We provide Easter Baskets to the Sick & Shut in members of our congregation. We also assist with the Black History Celebration, honor our high school seniors with a graduation reception, provide toys for the children at Artemis House, and provide a meal for persons attending Vacation Bible School.  

CONTACT PERSON: Jackie Wright 

The YPD is a ministry for youth that includes learning about the Word of God, learning about the AME Church, service projects, workshops on issues facing young people, and personal Christian development.

TAWAWA 2020 or Bust! Wayman family, YPD Wayman youth are preparing to attend TAWAWA Christian Education Conference 2020 in July. We want all our youth desiring to attend to have the ability to do so. Won’t you consider being a blessing & sponsoring a young person? Youth registration starts around $175 per person. Your donations may be placed & marked in your offering envelope for YPD-TAWAWA 2020 or given to the YPD Director, Monica Woods. We thank you in advance for your support to represent our church in attending this Christian Education Conference. Because of Him, YPD Wayman, Sis Monica Woods, Director. 

CONTACT PERSON:  ELDER MYCAL B KELLY