ROLES AND FUNCTIONS
[1] His Grace, the Archbishop
His Grace the Archbishop, is the Spiritual Head of
the Diocese after GOD.
[2] His Lordship, the Bishop
His Lordship the Bishop is the assistant to
the Archbishop
He is the Line of Succession to His Grace the
Archbishop.
[3] The Bishop Designate
He is the Line of Succession to His Lordship the Bishop
,but still functions as an area Bishop.
[4]
The Bishops
They are the assistants to His Grace the Archbishop
and His Lordship the Bishop in their administrative and ceremonial duties.
They are to strive to build in Christ a fraternal community
,in which GOD is sought and loved above all.
They are to chide [admonish] the restless, console the
fainthearted and be patient with all.
[5] The Mother Superiors.
The Mother Superiors are the Principal
Officers of the Mothers Union and are responsible for the female sect of the
ministers of the Diocese. There are two[2].
Together with the Chairperson they are responsible for the
running of the Mothers Court and are to devote themselves to their office with
diligence, together with the members entrusted to them.
They are to screen all female candidates for ordination
and make recommendation to the Dean.
They are to strive to build in Christ a fraternal
community , in which GOD is sought and loved above all.
They are to ensure the members are given opportune
assistance in their personal needs. They are to be solicitors in caring and
visiting the sick.
They are to chide [admonish] the restless, console the
fainthearted and be patient with all.
[6] The Archdeacons
They are senior Reverend Ministers.
They are the assistants to the Bishops in ceremonial and
administrative functions.
[7]
The Reverend Ministers.
The Reverend Ministers are entrusted with the
administration of Baptism, the Sacrament and prayer for those who are in danger,
anointing the sick without prejudice and imparting blessings.
Performing marriages, conducting funerals, christenings,
and performing solemn celebrations of the Holy Eucharist [Communion]
They are also entrusted with pastoral care of the members ,
which must be administered in a stable manner with the attention pastoral care
demands and discreetly give spiritual counsel to the faithful entrusted to their
care and preach the WORD of GOD.
[8]
The Reverend Mothers
They are to serve the Church by providing a balance ,
supportive ministry of preaching, teaching and organizational leadership to the
congregation, as well as to ensure that the Church grows to its fullest
potential in membership and spiritual maturity.
They are to work closely with the Pastor/Minister/Leader
providing through prayer, study and service an effective program of stewardship
and education for the Church.
[9] Deacons & Deaconesses.
The Deacons & Deaconesses are assistants to the Reverend
Ministers & Reverend Mothers respectively.
[10] Brothers & Sisters
The general congregation of the Church.
