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.
2010 Public Worship Ministry: Nancy Willans (Chair), Sharon Gleichmann and Steven Yee
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.
2010 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.
2010 Congregation & Community Relations Ministry: Gary Tronio (Chair) and Jon Rizzo
Works to increase church attendance and membership, through the media, evangelism, encouraging the congregation, training and by working closely with other committees.
2010 Membership Ministry: Bonnie Parr (Clerk of Session), Davey Willans (Chair) and Charlene Bodenhamer
Interpretation and Stewardship (I&S)
Oversight of mission and promotion, budget preparation and oversight, the raising and expenditure of funds.
2010 Interpretation and Stewardship Ministry: John Hartman (Treasurer) and Warren Bloemeke (Chair)
Oversight of maintenance and improvement of all church facilities and equipment.
2010 Property Ministry: Dale Cowley (Chair), Richard Thoma and Fred Rhinehart
