Session

As an Evangelical Presbyterian Church (EPC) congregation, we are governed according to the pattern of elders seen in the Old and New Testaments. Our governance does not follow a hierarchical model (by bishops) or a congregational model (by members). Rather, Biblically qualified elders are recognized through congregational election and, along with ministers, rule the church corporately. This ruling body is called the Session. Beyond the local church, our denomination governance includes a regional presbytery and the national General Assembly. Local churches send elders as representatives to meetings at the regional and national levels.


Session Members

                                                                                               Moderator

                                                                                                       Dr. Walter Taylor


                                                                              Class of 2024

                                                                                                      Don Hammersla

                                                                                                      Sue Jones


                                                                             Class of 2025

                                                                                                      Charles Bogardus

                                                                                                      Mary Margaret Carman

                                                                                                      Ken Eagle


                                                                             Class of 2026

                                                                                                     Patricia Bressler

                                                                                                     Bill Neeb

                                                                                                     David Paxton


The Board of Deacons

The Board of Deacons, or Diaconate, refers to a group of individuals who are ordained to a ministry of service, compassion, and care within the congregation and the broader community.  Deacons typically assist with the practical needs of the church, including:  Caring for the sick, needy, assisting with communion & worship, managing charitable activities,  stewardship and facility maintenance.  The role of deacons can vary between Presbyterian congregations, but their core mission is always rooted in service. The Diaconate works in conjunction with the Session, which is the governing body of the church led by ruling elders and ministers.

The Diaconate

                                                                              Moderator

                                                                                                       Colleen Gerlach


                                                                              Class of 2024

                                                                                                      Colleen Gerlach

                                                                                                      Gretchen Peoples

                                                                                                      Lee Smyre


                                                                             Class of 2025

                                                                                                      Allison Pickard

                                                                                                      Marshall Scott

                                                                                                

                                                                             Class of 2026

                                                                                                     Dorothy Crawford

                                                                                                     Jim Gerlach

                                                                                                     Bob Wydra