Administration exists to oversee
and manage the non-profit organizational aspect of the parish
and to aid in promoting vitality to the congregation and its
ministry efforts. A council of officers and ministry boards
meets once a month to represent the congregation’s interests
composed of the following positions:
- Officers consist of church president,
vice-president, secretary, and treasurer who oversee the
ministry, operation, and administration of the church alongside
the Pastor.
- Evangelism exists to coordinate efforts
within the congregation to reach out into the community
to make Christ known and bring people into fellowship with
the church.
- Deacons exists alongside the Pastor
to aid and encourage the congregation to develop a spiritual
life through the church in worship and ministry.
- Stewardship exists to educate and guide
congregational members towards a Christian caring attitude
to the vision, mission, and goals of the church.
- Finance exists to plan and recommend
the annual budget, provide quarterly reports reflecting
financial need and disbursement, inform the congregation
and council of financial stability, and provide accounting
for the parish.
- Education exists alongside the Pastor
to oversee, develop and administer educational programs
such as adult education, Sunday school, and confirmation.
The goal is to provide a variety of opportunities for people
to grow in knowledge and love of God and ministries of the
church.
- Public Relations exists to advance a
positive image of the church through modern media and to
welcome visitors before worship.
- Music and Worship exists alongside the
Pastor to oversee and plan warm meaningful worship for the
congregation and visitors.
- Properties exists to plan and coordinate
facilities maintenance & repair including the grounds.
This function helps ensure the physical plant is in order
and neat to project an image of hospitality and welcome.
Planning Group is a group who meets to discuss
vision, mission, and goals of the congregation and make recommendations
to the council. The group focuses on ministries of worship,
education, and community looking at the challenges and opportunities
of a “post modern” culture.
Music Ministry--The role of music is to engage
the people gathered in song and heighten the personal/spiritual
experience of Word and Sacrament. Currently, there is one
choir group. Special guest singers and musicians are present
on special occasions, as well as on Christmas and Easter.
Assisting Minister/Cantor aids the pastor
leading worship, including chanting portions of the worship
service liturgy, reading psalms (poems), and leading the congregation
in prayer.
Acolyte/Crucifer is a ministry which encourages
young boys and girls to participate in the worship service
through procession of the cross and lighting of the candles.
They are trained by the Pastor and their service scheduled
in advance.
Altar Guild volunteers work in teams of
two or three during the week to fill altar candles with oil,
water plants, wash the communion vessels used at worship,
and organize worship bulletins. Other members wash and iron
the small linens used in worship. The Guild also works to
decorate the sanctuary for Advent, Christmas, Lent, and Easter.
This ministry enhances and supports the liturgy of Word and
Sacrament.
Communion Assistants act as host and servant
to the people gathered during the sacrament of Holy Communion.
They distribute the bread and wine (Body and Blood of Christ)
when offered during the worship service. Communion Assistants
serve on teams alongside the Pastor and are scheduled in advance.
Lectors bring the Word to life during the
liturgy in worship. By proclaiming the Word of God, they grow
in their appreciation for scripture and engage the congregation
in reflection of their faith. Lectors are scheduled in advance.
Wednesday Prayer--This group gathers for
quiet, reflective prayer on Wednesday evenings from 7-7:30
p.m. Occasionally, time is extended to provide instruction
and sharing of faith issues.
Visits to the Sick or Homebound--When people
become sick or homebound and are unable to come to church
or to participate in Holy Communion, the Pastor will visit
them in their home, the hospital, or in a nursing or assisted
living home. Visits are given to bring Christ’s healing
presence in prayer, fellowship, and sacrament and continue
as long as they are needed. Other members of the congregation
may participate or write letters and cards.
Christian Fellowship--Small groups gather
around the year to share their experiences, their faith, and
their hospitality in friendship. Some of these activities
include Christmas gift exchange, Advent dinner/entertainment,
and the annual church picnic. During the season of Lent soup
suppers are provided on Wednesday evenings
Wedding Coordinators assist the bride and
groom in planning the rehearsal and wedding ceremony, and
in completing the necessary paperwork. They welcome people
of many different faiths and act as liaison to the Pastor.
Care Giver Referrals is
a parish ministry in partnership with Francis
House in Sacramento. When appropriate, referrals are given
to Sacramento County agencies for medical, housing, substance,
abuse, legal, counseling, bus passes, clothing vouchers and
financial assistance.
Grounds and Trades is a volunteer outlet
for people of all skill levels to provide service and community
experience in regard to the appearance and functioning of
the church facilities.
Communication Arts provides opportunities
for individual expression in faith and stewardship in written
and visual art. Volunteers are writers, editors, web designers,
illustrators, and photographers. (New)
Cordova Community Food Locker--A basket
to collect food and clothes for those in need is located in
the church throughout the year. This organization was established
in 1987 by the combined efforts of individuals in the Rancho
Cordova/Sacramento area. Donations are received from local
individuals, churches, schools, civic organizations and businesses.
175 regular volunteers manage and distribute the donations.
Adult Forum & Education--Spiritual formation
and continued education of adult members and visitors of the
congregation is conducted after Sunday worship from 11-12a.m.
Adult Bible Studies are provided each week
on Wednesday evenings from 7:30-9p.m. A variety of topics
and themes are offered according to the needs/wants of the
group.
Small Group Learning is
held during the week at the church throughout the year. In addition to men's and women's Bible study, topics of interest involving spiritual formation, spiritual expression and Christ and culture are conducted by individuals as they feel called.
Visitors Welcome is held periodically to
help visitors learn more about the structure of the church
and it’s opportunities for ministry. Church members
and leaders attend and are introduced. Refreshments are served.
The Open House invites people and organizations
in the community at large and hosts a dinner and guest speaker
event at the church. Topics focus on social issues in the
Sacramento metropolitan region which the community of faith
and public sector share a concern. |
