OFFICERS
Moderator Julian M. Davis, III
Assist. Moderator Andrew J. Robinson, III
Clerk Velda Morris
Assist. Clerk
Treasurer Catherine Joyce Caffey
Assist. Treasurer Paula Stanton
Treasurer of Improvement Fund Elise Morris
Assist. Treasurer of Improvement Fund Constance Moorer
Financial Secretary Sandra Johnson-Moore
Historian Kathryn Robinson
Trustee Chair Ms. Alexis Robinson
STAFF
Minister of Music Vincent Perry
Secretary Bonita Bitten
Custodian Jeffrey Jenkins
MUSIC MINISTRY
The church recognizes the importance of musical expression. For this reason, music is included in all worship services, special programs and many other activities. The following programs are open to persons who wish to participate in organized Christian music groups:
Chancel Choir
Youth Choir
Fifth Sunday Choir
Creative Angels Liturgical Dance Group
Chimers
Bell Ringers
COUNCIL
The Council is the executive body of this church. It is comprised of the Moderator; Assistant Moderator; Clerk; Assistant Clerk; Treasurers; Assistant Treasurers; a member of the Diaconate Board; a member of the Trustee Board; a member of the Board of Christian Education, and four (4) members-at-large. The function of the Council is to visualize the entire welfare of the church and to formulate, with the Pastor, a well rounded program. The Council acts for the church in matters and problems that may occur, always assuming that matters of major concern must have the confirmation of the membership.
BOARDS
Diaconate - The Diaconate Board is composed of twelve (12) members, preferably six (6) men and six (6) women. The Board enhances the service of ministry by broadening and deepening the areas of spiritual life within the congregation, as well as the community. Members set good examples of stewardship and Christian endeavors and supplement pastoral care by engaging in nurturing activities for the church family and community.
Trustee - The Trustee Board has the care and custody of the property of the church as a sacred trust. Trustees are primarily concerned with business and financial matters. There are nine (9) members of this Board.
Christian Education - The Board of Christian Education has general oversight of the total educational program of the church which includes the Sunday School, Youth Fellowship, adult fellowships, Vacation Bible School, etc. The board coordinates programs and events that address the Christian growth of both the church and community. This Board consists of the Church School Superintendent; Assistant Superintendent; Youth Director, and six (6) members-at-large. Additional members may be appointed by the Board.
ORGANIZATIONS
Women's Christian Fellowship - The Women's Christian Fellowship strives to actively and faithfully participate in missionary activities that involve charitable gestures and ventures within the church and community. It aims to contribute to the moral, spiritual and personal growth of each member through prayer and Christian fellowship.
Angola Guild - The Angola Guild, a spirit-filled group of Christian women, is dedicated to serving the church, community and the world. The organization was founded in the early 1940's by Mrs. Carrie McAlpine. The founders made layettes for babies in Angola, Africa. The Guild was so named because of this project.
Henry Glover Laymen's Fellowship - Founded in the 1950's, the Laymen's Fellowship is inclusive of all male members of the church. The organization's basic philosophy is to promote brotherhood throughout the congregation. In addition, members serve as positive role models and mentors for the young men and boys of the church and community.
Affiliations
United Church of Christ
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Southeast Conference, UCC
AL/TN/MS Association
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Boards
Diaconate
Trustee
Christian Education
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Boards
Diaconate
Trustee
Christian Education
Youth Activities
Bell Ringers
Liturgical Dancers
Chimers
Youth Choir
Field Trips and Social Activities
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Organizations
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Angola Guild
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COMMITTEES
Social Action - This committee keeps abreast of local, state and national issues of justice, freedom, and social
concerns; initiates efforts to respond to those issues that interest and impact the membership, and
coordinates church activities which relate to social issues and issues of justice.
Pastoral
Relations - This committee serves as an advisory group to the pastor regarding concerns and desires of the
membership; supports the pastor's leadership and relays the pastor's concerns and desires to the
church membership; communicates the feelings and concerns of church members to the pastor with
the purpose of supporting a healthy relationship between the members and pastor.
Nominating - This committee recommends a slate of officers at the Annual Meeting and recommends nominees for
vacancies as they occur.
Greeters - This committee extends the initial welcome to members and visitors at regular worship services and
other church-wide gatherings; distributes church bulletins or programs as appropriate; implements
a follow-up system of communication with guests, and collects offerings at the regular Sunday
morning worship service.
Budget - This committee reviews the budget of the previous year; analyzes the current financial status of the
church; considers the needs for the ensuing year; formulates a budget for the ensuing year, and
presents the proposed budget at the Fourth Quarterly Meeting.
Archives - This committee assists the historian in keeping a journal and a pictorial record of all significant church
events and occurrences of interest to the church.
Additional
Committees - Such committees shall be established by the church as the church shall, from time to time, deem
necessary in order to carry on the work of the church.
Church Council
Vision Statement
"Committed to sharing the transformative hope of the gospel through intentional discipleship and compassionate outreach, and to equipping and empowering our communities to thrive in their relationship with Jesus Christ."
