From Pulpit to Public Policy
Bringing Faith Into Action
The Social Justice & Service Ministry of Lilly Grove Missionary Baptist Church exists to put our faith into action by serving others, advocating for justice, educating our community, and building meaningful partnerships that transform lives.
Rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ, we believe that authentic discipleship extends beyond the walls of the church. We are called to love our neighbors, defend the vulnerable, pursue justice, and serve with compassion. Through education, advocacy, community engagement, and direct service, we seek to make God's love visible in tangible ways throughout our congregation and the broader community.
Whether through volunteer service, educational forums, civic engagement, or strategic partnerships, our ministry equips believers to become faithful ambassadors of justice and hope.
Our Mission: Grounded in Scripture, the Lilly Grove Social Justice & Service Ministry equips disciples to advance justice, equity, and compassion through Christ-centered service, advocacy, education, and community engagement. We strive to reflect God's love by empowering individuals, strengthening communities, and serving those most in need.
Our Vision: We envision a community where every person is treated with dignity, respected as a child of God, and has equitable opportunities to flourish spiritually, socially, economically, and civically.
Our 7 Guiding Principles:
What We Do:
The Social Justice & Service Ministry serves as a catalyst for faith-driven action by:
- Educating the congregation on biblical principles of justice and relevant social issues
- Mobilizing volunteers to meet practical needs within our community
- Advocating for equitable policies and opportunities that uplift underserved populations
- Building partnerships with churches, nonprofit organizations, civic leaders, schools, and community stakeholders
- Developing servant leaders who are equipped to make lasting community impact
- Organizing community events, workshops, dialogues, and outreach initiatives that inspire meaningful action
Ministry Committees:
Our ministry is organized into specialized committees that work collaboratively to fulfill our mission. Click Below for Committee Responsibilities.
Administrative Committee
Provides operational support through volunteer coordination, meeting logistics, record management, scheduling, and organizational planning.
Advocacy Committee
Monitors public policy, promotes civic engagement, coordinates voter education initiatives, builds community partnerships, and advocates for equitable solutions affecting vulnerable populations.
Communications Committee
Shares the ministry's story through digital media, newsletters, public relations, social media, publications, testimonies, and community awareness campaigns.
Education Committee
Equips individuals through biblical teaching, workshops, seminars, and educational programming covering civic engagement, financial literacy, history, parenting, employment readiness, and other life-enriching topics.
Event Planning Committee
Plans and executes ministry conferences, workshops, outreach events, community dialogues, and symposiums, while ensuring welcoming and meaningful experiences for participants.
Fundraising Committee
Identifies funding opportunities, cultivates donor relationships, manages grant development, and secures financial resources that expand the ministry's impact.
Legal Committee
Provides legal guidance, policy review, compliance oversight, "Know Your Rights" education, and governance support to ensure ministry activities are conducted responsibly and ethically.
Service Committee
Coordinates volunteer opportunities, community service projects, donation drives, partnerships with nonprofit organizations, and direct assistance initiatives that address practical community needs.
How We Serve:
Throughout the year, the ministry engages the congregation and community through initiatives such as:
- Community Service Projects
- Educational Workshops and Seminars
- Symposiums and Panel Discussions
- Community Forums
- Voter Education and Civic Engagement
- Advocacy Initiatives
- Volunteer Outreach
- Resource Fairs
- Partnership Events with Community Organizations
Each initiative reflects our commitment to educating, motivating, and liberating individuals through faith in action.
Get Involved
There is a place for everyone to serve.
Whether your passion is education, advocacy, communications, event planning, fundraising, legal support, administration, or hands-on community service, we invite you to become part of a ministry that is making a lasting difference.
Together, we can transform compassion into action and faith into service.
"What does the Lord require of you but to do justice, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?" ~ Micah 6:8
Join us as we live out our faith by serving others and building a stronger, more just community.
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Zenas Ministry
The Zenas Ministry is comprised of Licensed Texas Attorneys who are members of Lilly Grove Missionary Baptist Church.
MINISTRY PURPOSE: This team provide or refer low income members for pro bono legal services in the Houston area and educate all members on probate, estate planning, voting rights and criminal justice matters.
MINISTRY LEADERS: Vanessa Winton & Michael Abner
E-MAIL ADDRESS: [email protected]
For More Information
Contact: Anthony Washington or Michelle Moore, Ministry Leaders
Email: [email protected]
