The work of the church is accomplished through its councils. Church officers lead the councils, but all interested persons in the church may serve. You may visit our contact page to send an e-mail to any of the council chairs listed on this page.

ELDERS are chosen by the people. Together with the ministers of the Word and Sacrament, they exercise leadership, government, and discipline and have responsibilities for the life of the church, including ecumenical relationships. Clerk of Session: John Sudduth

DEACONS minister to those who are in need, to the sick, to the friendless, and to any who may be in distress both within and beyond the community of faith. Moderator: Chris Wells

Councils chaired by the elders are the following:

Christian Education Council: Responsible for spiritual growth and renewal through Bible based learning and discussion for all ages. Oversight of youth ministry and nursery staff. Chair: Kim Collins

Facilities Council: Responsible for maintenance of buildings and grounds. Co-Chairs: David Knowlton and Peter Pike

Finance Council: Responsible for church finances including endowment. Chair: Marsha Deming

Membership and Nominating Council: Responsible for nominating church officers and providing both fellowship and understanding of the covenant church life to our members. Chair: Don Klug

Mission Council: Co-ordinates church mission trips for youth and adults. Chair: Ken Reed

Outreach Council: Responsible for allocating endowment funds locally, nationally and globally; and interpreting the mission of the church to the congregation. Chair: Bill Barden

Personnel Council: Responsible for providing support and evaluation for the church staff and for hiring of support staff. Chair: Linya Bell

Stewardship Council: Responsible for the Stewardship Campaign and four special offerings; One Great Hour of Sharing, Pentecost, Peacemaking and Christmas Joy Offering. Chair: Mike Gillette

Worship and Music Council: Responsible for overseeing and supporting the worship and music programs, including bell choirs, adult and youth choirs. Chair: Martha Brown

Councils chaired by deacons are the following:

Care Council: Responsible for maintaining contact with shut-ins. Chair: Mary Sanford

Fellowship Council: Responsible for Sunday fellowship time, church picnic and pot luck suppers. Chair: Pam Knowlton