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Many opportunities exist within the church for using time and talents to serve.  Listed alphabetically, they include:  Altar Guild, Church Council, Finance, Flower Committee, Hospitality, Lay Leadership, Spiritual Formation, Staff-Parish Relations, Stewardship, Trustees, Visitation Team, and Worship. 
Please read on for descriptions of each group:


Church Council - The governing body of the church.  Includes elected members-at-large, and representatives from all church committees.  Visions, sets goals, and determines the direction of the church’s ministry and outreach.  Meets monthly (with a couple of exceptions.) All church members may attend.

Finance Committee - Manages the finances for the congregation.  Meets monthly.
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Trustees - Elected body that oversees the church’s facility, and promotes ministry through the use of the physical plant.

Staff-Parish Relations Committee (SPRC) - Relates to, supports and manages the paid staff of the church, including the appointed pastor.  Helps staff to implement the vision of the church.  Interprets the staff/pastor’s work to the congregation and communicates the congregation’s needs to the staff.  Meets at least quarterly.

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Altar Guild - Plans and prepares decorations for the sanctuary and entryway on special church holidays like Christmas and Easter.  New helpers are welcome.  Meets on “as needed” basis. 

Hospitality - Plans and serves refreshments for Fellowship Hour on Sunday mornings.  Welcomes visitors to the church.

Lay Leadership - Nominates the chairperson and members of church committees, and is responsible for leadership support and training.  Chaired by the Pastor.  Meets as needed.

Spiritual Formation Committee - Oversees the Christian education program for all ages, as well as book studies, Bible studies or related programs, Youth program and others.  Meets several times per year.

Stewardship Team - Interprets stewardship to the congregation, and encourages a culture of gratitude that leads to financial giving and spiritual growth.

Visitation Team - Prepares and delivers gift baskets to home-bound members for holidays. Sends greeting cards for birthdays.

Worship Committee - Plans and oversees weekly Sunday morning worship experiences with the Pastor.


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  • Home
    • Newsletter
    • News and Notes
    • Contact
    • Church Information >
      • Room Usage Form
  • About Us
    • Staff
    • History >
      • Church Pastors
  • Outreach
    • Appalachia Service Project
    • Food Collection
    • Food Ministry
    • Prayer Group >
      • Prayer Shawls
      • Prayer Chain
    • Crossroads Band-Christian Rock
  • Worship & Music
  • Groups/Committees
  • Education
    • Sunday School Classes
    • Young Adults
    • Preschool & Daycare >
      • Honeyland
      • Circle of Friends
  • Fellowship
    • Doers
    • United Methodist Women
    • Merry Widows
  • Parking
  • Calendar
  • Special Events
  • CROP Walk