Ministries
Our ministries enable us to offer support and services to members of our Church and throughout our community. Ministries offer assistance with managing finances, relationship guidance, help for the incarcerated and those in rehabilitation, and much more. Many members enjoy participating in ministries such as dance, where they are able to use their special talents in worship.
The volunteers from our congregation make our ministries possible. If you are interested in becoming more involved with the Church while making an impact in our community, approach Sister Carolyn McCray about ministry opportunities.
Outreach
Ministries
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Unity Family Community Center
Unity Family Community Center, Inc. (UFCC) is a 501(c) (3) non-profit faith based organization. UFCC has been proactive in developing an array of services to families and children in the Alachua, Levy, Marion, Leon, Union, Citrus, Lake, Sumter and Gadsden Counties. All services are offered at no charge to participants. The agency is able to use its expertise, resources, and history of quality care to provide programs in prevention, intervention, and education that improve the lives of at-risk youths.
MISSION
To improve the quality of life of families and individuals by providing services and opportunities designed to create change.
VISION
UFCC will be a transformation of the community through:
- Economic Development
- Social Services
- Health Initiatives
Since its creation, the agency has continued to use its resources, expertise, and history of quality care to improve the lives of at-risk youth through role models, improved family support, strengthened coping skills, and productive life styles.
To learn more, visit: www.ufccflorida.org
Unity Family Community Center
Prison Ministry
Ministry Leader: Tracy Monroe
MISSION
To transform the lives of the incarcerated into the image of Jesus Christ, help them understand their God-given potential, and maximize every God-given opportunity.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- To ensure those incarcerated understand how much Jesus Christ loves them in spite of their faults, and that God has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the Kingdom of his Son.
- To bring the bread of life to the incarcerated, and give them hope in the Lord so they can obtain the strength to soar.
GOALS
- Help transform the lives of the incarcerated.
- Visit, Encourage, and Minister to the needs of those incarcerated.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Through this ministry many lives have been transformed.
- The ex-lesbians are now saying, “I’m a woman and I’m to be loved by a man.”
- The ex-addicts are reaching for a new high, Jesus Christ.
- The weak are saying, “I’m strong.”
- Those who were living in a state of condemnation are now saying, “I’m free and have my liberty although I’m behind bars.”
Prison Ministry
Unity in the Community
Unity Temple International Fellowship hosts “Unity In the Community” annually on the 2nd or 3rd weekend in December. UTIF, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Williston, FL, and we have been serving the needs of those in our community and surrounding areas for 5 years and counting.
MISSION
Feed the hungry, clothe the naked, and serve those in the community with special needs.
PURPOSE
Provide families with toys, bicycles, clothing, food, and healthcare information.
Due to current economic conditions, many families lack resources to meet their needs. We don’t want any family in our community feeling sad, nervous or left out during the holiday season, and believe in giving to meet the needs of people in Levy and surrounding counties. Since 2007, this event has helped well over five-hundred families and individuals. This year we hope to assist even more families.
We will continue to bless the community this year, and need your participation. Please assist us in making a difference in the lives of the people in our community. If you need additional information, please contact Joyce Wilson at (352) 528-3556 (office), and/or you may sow into this cause by utilizing our payment services located on the Make a Donation page.
Unity in the Community
Food & Clothing Ministry
Food & Clothing Ministry
Community Ministries
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Care & Concern
Ministry Head: Sister Carolyn McCray
MISSION
Extend compassion and support to all members of our community who are in need.
RESPONSIBILITY
- Follow up and well checks on members who have missed fellowship opportunities.
- Ensure the delivery of sympathy acknowledgements for bereaved members and persons in community.
- Relay information to members regarding future engagements and cancellations, etc.
GOALS
The goals for the ministry are to send out birthday and holiday cards to the elderly within the church, and to establish a monthly dinner with Bishop and Elect Lady Battles.
Care & Concern
Singles Ministry
Ministry Heads: Bishop Battles and Elect Lady Battles
MISSION
Provide Christian fellowship and establish oneness with God, as well as wholeness with self.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide instructions for healthy single living.
- Provide biblical guidelines for preparing for a mate.
- Address real life issues from a practical perspective.
GOALS
- Promote a holy lifestyle, while preparing for a Godly mate.
- Build Kingdom relationship.
- Embrace singlehood, while trusting God’s design for our lives.
Singles Ministry
Marriage Ministry
Ministry Heads: Bishop Battles and Elect Lady Battles
MISSION
Promote the foundational Christian principles and empower marriages within UTIF, covenant partners, and the community.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Inspire spiritual development.
- Provide the necessary tools for healthy marital growth.
- Address real life issues from a practical perspective.
GOALS
- Promote the development of a balanced lifestyle.
- Identify the purpose and power of oneness unique to a holy union.
- Build Kingdom relationship.
Marriage Ministry
New Member Fellowship
Ministry Head: Sister Carolyn McCray
MISSION
Orient new members to the mission, fundamental beliefs, and ministries of Unity Temple International Fellowship.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Obtain information and contact new members.
- Forward literature and welcome packets.
- Facilitate new members’ class and collaborate with Bishop and guest speakers.
GOALS
- Provide a history and understanding of Unity Temple International Fellowship.
- Build Kingdom relationship.
- Prepare members for Kingdom work, including placement in a UTIF ministry.
New Member Fellowship
Intercessory Prayer Warrior Ministry
Ministry Heads: Elder Cynthia Batie and Sister Tia Oliver
MISSION
Maintain a scheduled prayer vigil for Unity Temple International Fellowship, our ministry leaders, covenant churches, local leaders, the sick and shut in, local/state/government officials and our military personnel. (Scriptural basis: Isaiah 59:16 and Luke 18:1)
RESPONSIBILITIES & GOALS
- Pray for Bishop Willie A. Battles and Elect Lady Sharon D. Battles, prior to and during ministry engagements and trips.
- Serve our local church and covenant churches through intercessory prayer.
- Create an atmosphere for prayer, praise, and worship where God’s power can be released. This also includes praying prior to (or after) all services held in the sanctuary.
- We do not fail to speak in prayer: 1) for the manifestation of miracles, signs and wonders, 2) that we (believers) take authority against demonic forces , and 3) that the people’s ears be connected to the mouth of the prophet (to hear, in faith, and act on the Word of God spoken).
Intercessory Prayer Warrior Ministry
Administrative & Church Ministries
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Pastoral Care
Ministry Head: Sister Joyce Wilson
MISSION
Meet the needs of the visionaries of UTIF, and ensure and strengthen the consistent relationship between the leaders and ministry partners.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure the needs of the Bishop and Elect Lady Battles are met.
- Provide guidance and consistency in the planning of Founders’ appreciation and birthdays.
- Relay the needs of the visionaries to the ministry partners.
GOALS
- Provide the highest level of support to the visionaries.
- Remove any hindrances to the visionary’s ability to completely seek guidance from God for the ministry.
- Encourage ministry partners and body to appreciate and value the visionary of the UTIF.
Pastoral Care
Music Ministry
Ministry Head: Minister Shari Gillum
MISSION
Set an atmosphere that invites the Holy Spirit and breaks the ground for the word to be received.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- To lift up the name of Jesus and lead the ministry into worship.
- To provide instrumental accompaniments to assist in the delivery of praise, worship and the Word of God.
- To live a Holy lifestyle and uphold the responsibilities Christian living, both on stage and outside the walls or the church.
GOALS
- Set an atmosphere for deliverance.
- Support the Shepherd in his mission.
- To be subject to the set vision and exemplify a Christian lifestyle.
Music Ministry
Media Ministry
Ministry Heads: Elder Barry McCarter (Audio) and Minister Annie Battles (Public Relations/Video)
MISSION
Enhance the vision of Unity Temple International Fellowship to reach a dying world, through excellence in media production and public relations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Sound production and maintenance.
- Service Camera Crews, lighting and video production.
- Develop fliers, public service announcements, and news broadcasts.
GOALS
- Ensure that sound, lighting and video equipment are functional.
- Finalize video and audio production for purchase.
- Relay vital information to the community through fliers PSAs and media production.
Media Ministry
Ushers & Greeters
Ministry Head: Mother Patsy Franklin
MISSION
As ushers we convey our hospitality by clothing every word and action in the spirit of human kindness, being compassionate yet efficient, and honoring the heart of our leader and the vision of the ministry.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- We must greet everyone with a smile and/or hug.
- We welcome the spirit of love and unity to others with words of wisdom and encouragement.
- We strive to maintain order and control movement during service.
- We distribute visitors’ cards to first time visitors.
- We kindly seat everyone accordingly as they enter into the House of God.
GOALS
- To strive for excellence.
- To have the spirit of our leader, Bishop Battles, commit to his God-given vision, and transform a dying world into the image of Jesus Christ.
- To be on one accord as ushers and greeters, so that order can be maintained in the House of God.
Ushers & Greeters
Dance Ministry
Ministry Head: Shama Johnson
MISSION
To transform a dying world into the image of Jesus Christ through our God-given gift of dance. We are not entertainers, we are “Ministers in Motion.” We worship, glorify, magnify and uplift our Father through movement. Psalm 149:3 says, “Let them praise his name in the dance: let them sing praises unto him with the timbrel and harp.” We shall dance before the Lord with all our might through worship, and shower Him with praises. For great is the Lord and greatly to be praised.
RESPONSIBILITIES & GOALS
- We adhere to and carry out our Bishop’s vision, setting the atmosphere for fresh word to cultivate and manifest in the lives of those hearing the word of God.
- Through prophetic dance led by the Holy Spirit, we magnify the Lord, our God, ultimately releasing demonic spirits and makes preaching/teaching the word of God easy.
- We strive for excellence in our every day walk, presenting our bodies as living sacrifices– holy and acceptable unto God, asking him daily to order our steps.
Dance Ministry
Finance Ministry
Ministry Head: Elect Lady Battles
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage monies for deposit, verify amounts, and check accuracy of deposit slips via balancing currency, coin, and checks for Kingdom investments
Calculate weekly/daily transactions - Calculate weekly/daily transactions (seeds, donations, tithes and offerings) and record them electronically to issue annual computer-generated contribution receipts.
- Develop accountability forms for verification and approval of funds, facilitating reporting efforts, Bishop Battles’ vision, and stewardship principles for Kingdom advancement.
MISSION
Adhere to the vision set forth by Bishop Battles for excellence, accuracy, and accountability within the finance department.