Trustees:

The position of "trustee" is not a Biblically mandated office; rather, it is a practicality to aid the appropriation, maintenance, and disposition of church property. Although trustees are not mentioned in the Bible, their role is Biblically appropriate. The New Testament calls us to be good stewards of our blessings, to maintain order in the church, and to use our gifts to benefit the body. First Peter 4:10 says of individuals, "As each one has received a special gift, employ it in serving one another as good stewards of the manifold grace of God." This applies to churches as well.

The Bible does not give us specific instructions regarding buildings and equipment owned by a church. The early church met in public spaces (Acts 5:12), personal homes (Colossians 4:15; Acts 12:12), and lecture halls (Acts 19:9). The first known facility dedicated to housing a church was acquired in the AD 240s and destroyed in 256. In the very early 400s, the Roman Catholic Church developed the role of trustee to manage and have legal authority over a church’s property. Whereas a deacon meets the needs of the people, a trustee meets the needs of the property.

Here in our faith community, the Trustees are a group of volunteer appointees who meet to discuss and decide on financial matters for the Church. They several in offsetting 2 year terms.

Pastor-Parish Relations Committee:

This committee recommends pastoral compensation, travel, housing, and other financial matters to the church. In consultation with the pastor, the committee recommends to the church council a written statement of policy and procedures for hiring, evaluating, promoting, retiring, and dismissing staff members who are not subject to episcopal appointment (procedures must comply with local and state laws).

Volunteers:

We are so blessed to have so many folks who help make the ministry of our family of believers possible. Nothing would be possible without their hard work and sacrificial giving of their time, energy, and talents. It might be “behind the scenes” work, but everything done is vitally important. There is always something to do and ways to help. If you would like to help, any talent or skill can be put to great use, and would be very much appreciated. Give some a shout to ask how you can get involved.