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In the Church of God in Christ (COGIC), a missionary plays a vital spiritual and organizational role, particularly in teaching, evangelism, and service. There are different levels and types of missionaries, but overall, their job includes the following core responsibilities:

1. Evangelism and Soul-Winning

• Spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ within their communities and beyond.

• Participating in outreach efforts like street ministry, prison ministry, and foreign missions.

2. Teaching and Discipleship

• Teaching Bible studies, Sunday school, and leading women's ministries.

• Discipling new believers and helping them grow spiritually.

3. Support of Pastoral Leadership

• Assisting the pastor in spiritual and administrative duties.

• Serving as a liaison between the congregation and leadership in areas related to missions and outreach.

4. Service and Care

• Visiting the sick and shut-in.

• Ministering to those in need through prayer, food distribution, and other charitable services.

5. Moral and Spiritual Example

• Living a consecrated, holy lifestyle as a role model within the church.

• Often viewed as spiritual mothers or leaders in the church community.

Types of Missionaries in COGIC:

1. Deaconess Missionary – Usually the entry-level missionary role. Often works within the local church.

2. Evangelist Missionary – Licensed to preach and evangelize. Usually more active in public ministry and outreach.

3. National/International Missionary – Engaged in broader mission work, sometimes globally.

4. Supervisor of Women (State/National) – Oversees women missionaries and the Women's Department within a jurisdiction.

Missionaries are appointed and trained under the supervision of the Department of Women, which is a powerful and structured arm of COGIC.