The Pastor, Moderator, Moderator-Elect, The Church Clerk, Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer are the officers of our church. All positions, except the Pastor, are canvassed by the Nominating Committee of the Church Cabinet.

The Moderator must chair all regular and special meetings of the Church Membership, Church Council and Church Cabinet. In case of an emergency, the Moderator may call a special meeting of any group with the consent of the Pastor or two other members of the Church Cabinet. Regular communications are maintained with the Pastor. The Moderator is an ex officio member of each Board and standing or ad hoc committee of the Church. The position is one year as Moderator-Elect and one year as Moderator. The current Moderator is Annette Mackin.

Moderator Annette Mackin with 2008 Confirmation Class member Adam Morgan

The Moderator-Elect attends all regular and special meetings of the Church Membership, Church Cabinet and the Church Council and chairs these meetings if the Moderator is absent. The Moderator-Elect assists the Moderator, chairs all meetings of the Nominating Committee, and attends monthly board meetings on a rotating basis.

The Church Clerk is elected for three years and is eligible for re-election. The Clerk keeps minutes of all regular and special meetings of the Church Membership, Church Council and Church Cabinet, keeps a register of membership, dates and modes of reception and removal from church rolls, baptisms, and marriages, issues letters of transfer as approved by the Board of Membership Services, works in close association with the Board of Membership Services to ensure current and updated membership lists, and notifies all persons elected to office at the annual meeting.

The Church Treasurer is elected for three years and is eligible for re-election. The Treasurer is a member of the Church Council and Church Cabinet, keeps accurate and complete records of all financial transactions, including receipts and disbursements for all areas of the church except for clubs and organizations outside the governing body of the church and makes regular written reports to the Cabinet and to the membership in the annual report.

The Assistant Church Treasurer is elected for three years and is eligible for re-election. The Assistant Treasurer is a member of the Church Council, assumes the duties of the Treasurer if the Treasurer is absent, is responsible for monies collected and donated by the Church Membership and others, and for the deposit of funds, keeps accurate and complete records of all transactions and notifies those making annual pledges of financial support.

Our Responsibilities:
It is the responsibility of this board to promote the education of the adults and children of the church in all aspects of Christianity. The board oversees the operation of the Sunday School, adult education programs, Lenten dinner programs, the Christmas play and dinner, the Rally Day program, the Penny Jar project, Bible distribution, the Library Committee, Nursery and Children’s Window, Acolyte Program, children’s packets in church, Children and Youth Day, Vacation Bible School and Mission Project, arrangements for Confirmation Sunday, Teachers’ Recognition, Advent Create and Share, Junior and Senior High School Youth Groups, and Kid’s Club.

Current Activities:
The new look of our Sunday School was very well received by all of the children this fall. In addition, Kid’s Club began in October.
The Rally Day picnic was coordinated and well attended by church families. A schedule of events has begun for the Junior and Senior High School Youth groups. The Penny Jar Help-A-Child funds will continue through this year with the money going to Honduras again. The Christmas play and dinner plans are already underway, as well as the Advent “Create and Share” gathering.

Meetings:
The board meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm, prior to the Council meetings, and then attends the Council meetings at 7:30 pm. The current co-chairpersons are Jean Colby and Carolyn Mazzota.

Current Activities:
The 2002 Stewardship Campaign is being prepared for later this year with Roger Ressman coordinating it. Cash flow and projected expenses for the balance of this year will become our priority with the anticipated move of a new pastor for our congregation.We will also need to focus our attention on the costs associated with the refurbishing of the parsonage.

Meetings:
The Board of Finance members meet at 6:30 PM for an hour-long meeting the third Tuesday of each month, except July. The Church Council meeting immediately follows our meeting, which we all typically attend. The current chairperson is Roger Ressman.

Our Responsibilities:
This board’s responsibilities include the maintenance, preservation, and improvement of the Church property, buildings, furnishings, equipment, etc. Its budget covers utilities, services, maintenance, insurance, repairs, and replacements.

The board also supports the Retired Men’s Group as needed. This diversely talented working group meets weekly and provides our janitorial and lawn services, as well as painting, repairing, building, plumbing, and whatever else is needed.

Current Activities:
Some of the board’s larger activities in recent years have been painting the sanctuary ceiling, completion of the sound system and renovation of the parsonage. The current major project is upgrading our electrical services.

Meetings:
The board meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm prior to the Council Meeting and attends the Council Meetings at 7:30 pm. The current chairsperson is Jessie Deih.l

Our Responsibilities:
As part of a welcoming and affirming church, The Board of Membership Services is responsible for reaching out to potential new members as well as providing support to existing members.  We are responsible for maintaining the church membership records, receiving new members into the church, and keeping the membership and community informed regarding the services, events and programs of the church.  We provide nametags for members and friends at Sunday Service, recruit and schedule greeters for Sunday Service, recognize milestone anniversaries for church members and continually market the church to prospective members.  We also review and update church publications such as the Welcome Packet, brochures, flyers and press releases for upcoming events.

Current Activities:
Most recently we developed an orientation program for potential and new church members, Church 101.  This informative presentation covers our church’s rich history, provides an overview of our boards and committees, and highlights of the programs and events the church offers.  The Board of Membership Services also conducts an annual Open House with fun activities for all.

Meetings:
The Board meets the third Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm, prior to the Council Meetings.  We also attend the Council Meetings that begin at 7:30 pm.

Board Members:
Jane Ahrens
Sharon Dunn
Patrick Hotchkiss
Annette Mackin
Paulette Morgan
Ginny Swarthout
Karen Weathers
 

Current Activities:
We have a group of volunteers who go to Salem Soup Kitchen once a month to help prepare and serve a meal, we coordinate our food drives to support our local food shelf and we are developing a calling/visitation committee to visit our special folks and members who are hospitalized.

The Board of Christian Action continues to send cards to shut-ins, those with special occasions and our “special folks.”  If you know of someone who would enjoy such a card, please contact Betty Anne Riley. 

This has been a very active summer for the Board of Christian Action.  We have continued our outreach in many areas. 

 Sally Lydick recruits people to go to Tops in Greece and pick up foods for the Salem Nutrition Center on the third Monday of the month.  Sally is in need of volunteers to help with this very important activity.  At present, Jim McAtee and Don Darrohn  are our only volunteers.  Speak to Sally if you can help.

 Ginny Worden organizes volunteers to work at the Salem Nutrition Center on the third Monday of the month.  Candy and Russ Hurlbut, Ginny and Lyn Worden represented our church for September.

 Louise Hunter delivered a “car load” of clothing to the Cameron Ministries.  The 20 bags of clothing were left over from the Rummage Sale.  Remember that you can place clothing items in the Cameron box in the Fellowship Hall at any time of the year.

 Marty Sochia organized a group to work at Habitat for Humanity.  Look for Marty’s article in this newsletter.  He will be taking another group on NOVEMBER 19.  If you are interested, please contact Marty.

 Betty Anne Riley continues to send cards to all of our special folks as well as those who are ill or experiencing special problems.  You can help by alerting Betty Anne to someone who needs a card.

If these activities sound interesting to you and you would like to be part of the Christian Action Board, we are looking for three new members!

Our contributions to the Neighbors in Need Offering support the United Church of Christ’s domestic ministries of justice and compassion.  One-third of the offering undergirds the work of the Council of American Indian Ministry.  The other two-thirds supports justice advocacy and direct service projects, including the United Church of Christ’s Hunger Action Ministry, poverty reduction efforts, just-peace programs and community grants.

Envelopes for contributions will be included in the bulletin on Sunday, October 2^nd.  If you are unable to be in church that Sunday, additional envelopes will be available at the back of the sanctuary.

Meetings:
The board meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm, prior to the Council meetings and then attends the Council meetings at 7:30 pm. The current chairperson is Betty Anne Riley.