Governance

Presbyterian churches are governed by a Session which is made up of the church’s clergy and active elders who are elected by the congregation. (See Code of Regulations.) Westminster has chosen to have a separate Board of Deacons to oversee the pastoral ministry of the church. The work of the Session is divided into eight standing committees. See below for Session, Board of Deacons, and Committee Mission Statements as well as participants for these groups.

2011-2012 Session

The mission of the Session is to provide the spiritual and governmental leadership of Westminster Presbyterian Church. The Session will take responsibility for the church’s vision: deciding which good, for what people, at what cost. It will be a sign for our believing community of the new reality that God has made available in Jesus Christ.

Class of 2012
Scott Baird
John W. Ey
Linda Hargis
Amy Lachman

Class of 2013
Mel Gillespie
Mark McCloskey
Lola Signom
Jennifer Vicarel

Class of 2014
Rebecca Beasley
Daniel Harper
Stan Herr
Barbara Wilson

The Reverend Dr. George H. McConnel, Moderator
The Reverend John W. Neely
The Reverend Nancy S. Hodgkins
The Reverend Laurie B. Davis
Clerk of Session: Gloria Pugh
Assistant Clerk of Session: John Ey
President of the Trustees: Amy Lachman
Treasurer: Mel Gillespie

2011-2012 Board of Deacons

Our mission as Deacons at Westminster Presbyterian Church is to minister to those within our congregation who are in need; to care for one another as God cares for each of us. In thankful response to the love and mercy shown to us in Jesus Christ, we respond to the needs God reveals to us as we open our hearts, minds, and wills to God’s call. We strive to do all to the glory of God.

Class of 2012
Pam Koerner
Linda Lane
Gene Saunders
Cliff Wild

Class of 2013
Rogers Butana
Bridget Gladden
Wayne Spalding
Erin Staub

Class of 2014
Kendall Lawson
Debbie Lloyd
Cheryl Paquette
David Wescott

Deacon Stan Shinkle, Moderator

The Body of Christ at Work
Our 2011-2012 Eight Standing Committees

Building and Grounds Committee - Mark McCloskey, Chair

The mission of the Building and Grounds Committee is to maintain and rehabilitate the real property of the church: the building, the grounds, and the parking lot.

Education and Practice Committee - Scott Baird, Chair

The mission of the Education and Practice Committee is to encourage faith formation through education and spiritual practices for all ages.

Evangelism, Hospitality, and Membership Committee - Barbara Wilson, Chair - Dan Harper

The mission of the committee is to provide opportunities for evangelism to be learned and practiced by the congregation, to lead the congregation’s ministry of hospitality to visitors, and to welcome new members into the church.

Mission Committee - Jennifer Vicarel, Chair

The mission of the committee is to demonstrate God’s love and compassion, to enrich the lives of people in need, and to encourage social justice and peacemaking through education.

Fellowship Committee - Rebecca Beasley, Chair

The mission of the Fellowship Committee is to offer opportunities for the members of Westminster to increase their congregational friendships in a variety of settings and in an environment of love and warmth.

Personnel Committee - Lola Signom, Chair - John W. Ey

Working with Pastor/Head of Staff, the mission of the committee is to assure the adequacy of personnel and personnel administration for the church.

Stewardship and Finance Committee - Amy Lachman, Chair - Mel Gillespie

The mission of this committee is to educate the congregation about stewardship, encourage generous financial giving as a matter of spiritual practice, and monitor the Session's adopted budget.

Worship, Music and Fine Arts Committee - Stan Herr, Chair

The mission of this committee is to plan, evaluate and encourage Sunday worship, special worship, weddings and funerals. The committee also oversees the church’s music and fine arts.