The Session
All Presbyterian churches are organized along the lines of a representative democracy. A group of ordained Elders (identified here at First by their name tags), elected from and by the congregation, set First Presbyterian’s policies, guided by the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Book of Order and with guidance from the pastor. The pastor is called to serve by vote of the congregation, as opposed to being appointed to the congregation by an outside authority. Elders and the pastor together constitute the Session, the governing body of First Presbyterian Church.
Moderator: Rev. Carol Clarke
Clerk of Session: Ms. Shannon FitzPatrick
The Session will consist of the following elders whose terms end Dec. 31st of the year indicated:
Shannon FitzPatrick (2014)
Carol Grimm (2013)
Duane Knudson (2013)
Ed Kuny (2013)
Tim Robb (2014)
Jim Weber (2012)
Christine Weckerly (2012)
The Diaconate
Deacons first and foremost work with the pastor in providing pastoral care. They also have responsibility for providing leadership in evangelism and outreach (with particular attention to maintaining relationships with visitors and new member assimilation), hospitality (with particular attention to fellowship events and Sunday morning greeting), and faith-sharing.
The Sunshine Ladies and the prayer chain ministry work in cooperation with the deacons.
Moderator: Mr. Ken Pitzer
Secretary: Ms. Jan Massingill
The Diaconate will consist of the following deacons whose terms end Dec. 31st of the year indicated:
Don Arledge (2013)
Shirley Criger (2012)
Barbara Hall (2014)
Sally Kuny (2012)
Judy Marshall (2013)
Jan Massingill (2012)
Ken Pitzer (2012)
John Weber (2013)