Our Committees
Pres·by·te·ri·an: governed by elders according to the principles of Presbyterianism
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Mission Committee
Overview:
The Mission Committee works to faithfully address and support the many needs of our community: both locally and globally
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Members:
Colleen Snavely (Co- Chair). email: CMS.snalvy@gmail.com
Ellen McCutcheon (Co- Chair) email: ellenmmccutcheon@gmail.com
Sue Stuebner
Mary Ann Russo
Heather Finck
Susan Conrad
Judith Hunt
Judy Walters
Julie Mecca
Thomas O'Grady
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Meeting Cadence:
We meet (usually via Zoom) on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00
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Christian Education
Overview:
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- Shall formulate all education policies in conformity with the Presbyterian Book of Order.
- Approve directors, teachers and other leaders for Sunday Church School, Vacation Bible School, Adult Education, Confirmation, Library Committee, and other educational endeavors as necessary.
- Be responsible for the oversight of the education program for all age groups on Sundays and weekdays. Provide a liaison to the Nursery School. Organize and support junior and senior high youth fellowship. Provide leadership for the Youth involved in church polity as well as camp and conference attendance.
- Supply a liaison to the Scholarship Committee.
- Should there be unresolved problems with the Boy Scout Pack or Troop regarding church sponsorship, it is this committee to which such issue is referred. The committee will provide a liaison to communicate directly with the Scouts.
- Have charge of all other educational efforts except those conducted by the pastors and those delegated to other committees or groups.
- Responsible for planning and holding occasional adult fellowship activities.
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Members:
Doug Kellermeyer (Chair) email: doug_kellermeyer@jabil.com
Irene Miliken
Betsy Gellatly
Jill Underwood
Rev Heather Finck
Don Mckinnon
Anne De Muro
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Meeting Cadence:
This committee meets monthly on the third Sunday of each month following Service/Fellowship
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Finance Committee
Overview:
The Financial Committee is established by Session and will report directly to Session. The
committee will consist of Active Member of the Congregation. The Church Treasurer will meet
with the Finance Committee as an advisor. The Treasurer will also attend Session meetings to
report on church Finances. At least ONE member of Session will be on the Finance Committee.
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Investments:
The Finance Committee will:
ï‚· - Manage, safeguard, and maintain the Church’s investments through periodic
recommendations to Session.
ï‚· - Follow Session approved goals and policies regarding investments to ensure that the
funds are invested to secure an appropriate market return with reasonable risk. Provide
reports to Session Quarterly and to the Congregation Annually (at Congregational
Meeting).
ï‚·. - Provide reports to Session as needed.
ï‚·Designate an appropriate repository for funds with at least two people having access to
the funds and having two signatures to dispense funds and reallocate funds.
Auditing
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ï‚· Work with the Auditing team for annual audit of Church Finances
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ï‚· Provide a report to Session detailing the findings of all audits.
Church Payroll
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ï‚· Two members set up to sign and distribute Payroll for Bookkeeper
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ï‚· Work with Bookkeeper to ensure payroll is met.
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Credit Card/Debit Card
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ï‚· Minimize CC/DC proliferation
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ï‚· Ensure CC/DC are available for periodic use
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ï‚· Ensure Bookkeeper reviews and submits CC/DC use and reimbursements in a timely manner.
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ï‚· Have a member of Finance Committee review CC/DC spending with Bookkeeper
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Members:
Chuck Richwine (Chair) email: charlesprichwine@gmail.com
Ryan Travelpiece
Gerry DeFiglio
Rolf Brunner
Marge Smith
Meeting Cadence:
Finance committee will meet monthly or as needed.
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visibility Committee
Overview:
To bring the awesomeness of FPUPC to others by increasing the visibility through different channels
Members:
James Hahm (Chair) email: JamesHahm@gmail.com
Heather Peterson
Rev. Heather Finck
Meeting Cadence:
This Committee does not have a regular scheduled meeting date
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Property Committee
Overview:
​ The Property Committee’s role is to ensure the church buildings and grounds are well
maintained and advise the session on concerns or projects that need attention.
The committee’s specific responsibilities include the following:
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ï‚· Oversee process of writing specifications, getting bids and all other related contract documents for repair and maintenance of buildings and grounds.
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ï‚· Ensure supervision of the work of maintenance projects whether undertaken byvolunteers or by professional crews.
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ï‚· Make arrangements for snow removal, lawn care, and other seasonal responsibilities.
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ï‚· Ensure supervision of the work of the custodial staff.
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ï‚· Review insurance coverage and recommend changes as needed.
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ï‚· Provide and review guidelines for use of the church for all occasions.
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ï‚· Review requests for use of the facilities by outside groups, bringing such request to the Session for consideration.
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ï‚·Approve offers of permanent additions to facilities and landscape.
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Prepare an annual committee budget.
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Develop a written long-range schedule of major repairs and maintenance.
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Supervise, manage and implement all mechanical, electrical and technical systems.
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Assist church committees in responsibilities relating to property
The committee includes at least two elders, with one being a current member of the Session, the pastor, and others from the congregation interested in keeping thefacilities well maintained.​
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Members:
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Michael Butts, co-chair email: mikerbutts@gmail.com
Melissa Wade Haras, co-chair email: melissaharas@gmail.com
Dave Bellach
Cheryl Christensen
Rob Rice
Marge Smith
Neal Townsend
George Wade
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Meeting Cadence:
The committee normally meets the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the
church. Anyone interested in serving on this important committee is welcome to do so.
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Personnel Committee
Overview:
ï‚· Recommend to Session position descriptions for all staff in consultation with the appropriate Session Committee.
ï‚· Review and recommend to Session compensation and benefits packages for all staff.
ï‚· Recommend personnel policies to the Session.
ï‚· Encourage professional growth and development for all staff.
ï‚· Provide a review and evaluation process for the senior pastor.
ï‚· Act as a support group for the pastor and other members of the staff.
ï‚· Confer with the pastor on any important issues of concern.
Members:
Gaye Mallet, Chair email: gemallett1224@gmail.com
Nancy Redkey
Robert Russo
Timothy Walters
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Meeting Cadence:
The Personnel Committee meets as needed.
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New Committees
Church Life: Committee to help organize events throughout the year
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Membership: Committee to help manage activities around the New Members
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Stewardship: Committee to help lead the stewardship within the Church
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