Elders

 

The Session of Park Presbyterian Church is a group of active ruling elders, elected by the congregation, who make the decisions for the running of Park Presbyterian Church and serve as spiritual leaders of the congregation. It is the responsibility of the Session to pursue ministry under the discipline of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Book of Order of the Presbyterian Church (USA) which is the Constitution of the church, and under the guidance of the Moderator of Session, which is the pastor. The session of Park Presbyterian Church defines the church in the following areas of responsibilities: Administration, Christian Nurture, Communication, Evangelism, Membership Involvement, Finance, Facilities, Mission, Outreach and Worship. Each of these areas of responsibility is represented by a commission composed by members of the congregation led by a ruling elder(s). 

Clerk of Session / Christian Nurture

Susan Ivey

While also playing a leading role in Park’s ministries of hospitality, Susan also provides stellar service as our Clerk of Session.   In this role, she is responsible for keeping the minutes of Session meetings, as well as all matters relating to church membership.  We know she is a gem!




Communication

Vicki Mann

The purpose of the Commission on Communication is to assure the distribution of timely and accurate information to the congregation and the community at large.  This is accomplished through coordinating the flow of information among the staff, church office, church officers, and ministries of the church.  The information is shared using a variety of print media such as The Park Branches (monthly newsletter), Pews News (weekly update), pulpit announcements, and the pre-service announcement loop. The social media channels such as the church website, Facebook, and You Tube are used as well. 




Finance

Jeff Anderson

The purpose of the Commission on Finance is to control and evaluate the financial responsibilities and be responsible for all corporate trustee functions as required by law.




Facilities

Jack Kruzelyak

The purpose of the Commission on Facilities is to oversee and provide maintenance for the physical properties of the church.




Membership Involvement

Sandy Parker

The purpose of the Commission on Membership Involvement is to encourage and support the fellowship and community life within Park Church in order to strengthen our mutual ties to one another and the Body of Christ, and to thus make ourselves more effective ministers of His love and grace to the world around us. This Commission purpose is also to communicate and promote news and important events and activities in the life of the church.




Mission

Mary Gaydos

The purpose of the Commission on Membership Involvement is to encourage and support the fellowship and community life within Park Church in order to strengthen our mutual ties to one another and the Body of Christ, and to thus make ourselves more effective ministers of His love and grace to the world around us. This Commission purpose is also to communicate and promote news and important events and activities in the life of the church.




Outreach

Nancy Simmons

The purpose for the Commission on Outreach is to provide opportunities for outreach to be given and practiced in and by the church, that members may be better equipped to share their faith, to witness in word and deed to the saving grace of Jesus Christ, and invite people into a new life in Christ.




Christian Nurture

Cathy Glenz

The purpose of the Commission of Christian Nurture is to nurture, educate, fellowship and grow children and youth, also creating a community for adults which fosters faith development and supports them in their spiritual journey, encouraging the development of skills in personal relationships and family living.




Facilities

Rick Prothero

The purpose of the Commission on Facilities is to oversee and provide maintenance for the physical properties of the church.




Worship

Bob Snider

The Commission on Worship is comprised of the pastor, music directors, chairs of the Sanctuary Guild, a Session member, and a congregation member-at-large.  The Commission on Worship plans, implements, and constantly evaluates the various services of worship throughout the liturgical year in order to strive for meaningful and smoothly run services.




Administration

Ryan Tipker

The purpose of the Commission on Administration is to provide administrative and personnel oversight.