THE SESSION
The Session (Board of Elders) is the ruling body of our Church. It consists of Ruling Elders and Teaching Elders (ministers of the Word and Sacraments). The responsibility of the Session is the spiritual oversight, or shepherding, of our congregation. It is ultimately responsible for all the ministries of our Church, and helps to ensure that each of them is being carried out faithfully in a God-honoring way. Although elected to the office for life, Ruling Elders are nominated to serve for a three year term. No Ruling Elder may serve for more than six consecutive years without an intervening Sabbatical year. Officer elections are held annually. Session meets on the first Tuesday of every month.
THE DIACONATE
The Diaconate (Board of Deacons) is responsible for the administration of mercy, helps, and service; mobilizing our congregation in these ways; and the stewardship of the church’s property and resources. Deacons encourage our members to fulfill their biblical duty to minister to the needy, sick, friendless, and those in distress. The Diaconate is under the guidance of the Session. Although elected to the office for life, Deacons are nominated to serve for a three year term. No Deacon may serve for more than six consecutive years on the Diaconate without an intervening Sabbatical year. Officer elections are held annually. The Diaconate meets on the second Tuesday of every month.