The Book of Order in chapter
six states:
Elders are chosen by the
people. Together with ministers of the Word and Sacrament,
they exercise leadership, government, and disciplinek and
have responsibilities for the life of a particular church as
well as the church at large, including ecumenical
relationships. They shall serve faithfully as members of the
session.
Elders should be persons of
faith, dedication, and good judgment. Their manner of life
should be a demonstration of the Christian gospel, both
within the church and in the world.
The elders of First
Presbyterian Church, Union are:
Class of 2008
Brock Dillard
Susan Lawson
Debbie Littlejohn
Betsy Skipper
Bill Stoddard, Jr.
Lindsey Connolly
Class of 2009
Deborah Flint
Norris Fowler
Dorsey Thomas
Mike Todd
Ann White
Class of 2010
Kim Harris
Pat Littlejohn
John Robbins
Patsy Whitney
Steve Willard
Elders, along with members of
the congregation serve on one of six committees to carry out
the various ministries of the church. They are:
Administration (Includes
Facilities, Finance, Personnel, and Stewardship)
Christian Education
Congregational Life
Evangelism and Church Growth
Witness and Service
Worship
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more about what each committee does.
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