As there were in Old Testament times elders for the government of the people, so the New Testament Church provided persons with particular gifts to share in governing and ministry.
Elders are chosen by the people. Together with ministers of the Word and Sacrament, they exercise leadership, government, and discipline and have responsibilities for the life of a particular church as well as the church at large, including ecumenical relationships.
Ministries
Oversight of all aspects of the congregation’s worship life, and responsibility for all regular and special services of worship, and preparation for the administration of the Sacraments as approved by the session.
2011 Public Worship Ministry: Steven Yee, Sharon Gleichmann (Chair) and Tim Lee
Oversight of all educational ministries of the congregation, including church school, youth fellowships, adult education, confirmation/commissioning, teacher training, special seminars, summer camps and conferences, Vacation Church School, etc.
2011 Christian Education Ministry: Carole Matrisciano (Chair) and Elisa Gant
Congregation & Community Relations (C&CR)
Oversight of new member development, integration and retention, of denominational and ecumenical relations, congregational life activities, publications, membership directory, and public relations. Works to increase church attendance and membership, through the media, evangelism, encouraging the congregation, training and by working closely with other committees.
2011 Congregation & Community Relations Ministry: Davey Willans, Jon Rizzo (Chair), Gary Tronio, and Charlene Bodenhamer
Interpretation and Stewardship (I&S)
Oversight of mission and promotion, budget preparation and oversight, the raising and expenditure of funds.
2011 Interpretation and Stewardship Ministry: John Hartmann (Treasurer) and Peter Stancato (chair)
Oversight of maintenance and improvement of all church facilities and equipment.
2011 Property Ministry: Kathy Loveland and Dale Cowley (Chair)
