Manual of
Ministries and Missions
The
active ministries are:
Ministry
of Christian Education: fostering the nurture and faith journey of all from
birth through adulthood
Ministry
of Church Life: facilitating our church life including ushering, flowers,
banners, special services and coordinating welcome activities
Ministry in the Community: helps our church to have a presence in the community, promoting the good work we do so that others can become involved
Ministry
of Stewardship: entrusted with the care of our church facilities and finances,
from buildings and grounds to budget oversight
Ministry
of Mission and Witness: through God’s love, reaching out beyond our own needs
to help others in this community, in our country and around the world
Ministry
of Gifts and Leadership: to help members discern their gifts and skills, and
to identify people for service on ministries and missions
Some
other committees working within the church may be called missions. They are:
Finance
Advisory: to develop and oversee the church’s endowment funds
Pastor-Parish
Relations: to enhance communication among church members and the pastor, to
provide wise counsel
Personnel: conducts annual evaluations for staff, determines compensation policies,
coordinating with Stewardship and the Congregation’s annual meeting
Mission
of Wellness which is led by our Parish Nurse, encourages and supports people
in their physical, emotional and spiritual well-being