Core Teams are essential for the function of the church. They help enable the church to fulfill its responsibilities to the Book of Order, stay in compliance with legal requirements, and operate in an ethical fashion.
Fellowship Team
Lead: Ruth Kennon
This team supports Sunday Coffee Fellowship and provides other fellowship opportunities for the congregation. Team Members: Sharilyn Brown Vicki Chinchar Terry Derrig Valerie Emly Bradley Forinash Carol Godinez Rose Marie Heath Fran Miller John Stevens Laurel Wilson
Property Care Team
Lead: Scott Pantaleo
The Property Care Team is responsible for the regular upkeep of the church property, grounds and building-related equipment. This includes regular inspection, maintenance, and planning for expected repairs and replacements. Team Members: Dave Hawley Jay Kennon Andy McClure Craig Snider
Mission Team
Lead: Sheri Martin
The Mission Team has the authority to approve or disapprove potential Ministry Partners. They set the monthly giving to ministry partners, and provide opportunities for congregational involvement in local mission projects. Team Members: Bev Cascio Ken Emly Mattie Jollie Becky Maxa
Stewardship Team
Lead: Don Bennett
The Stewardship Team is responsible for supporting the church's financial, legal, and risk-management affairs. Team Members: Suzan Zakhary Don Johnson Ken Emly & Rev. John Asher (non-voting)
Worship Team
Lead: Janice Duvall
The team supports Sunday morning worship and other special services throughout the year, in coordination with the pastor. Team Members: Valerie Emly Cindy Gammon Dona Johnson Sally Schneider Carole Smarr
Human Resources Team
Lead: Marianne Bastin
The Human Resources Team is charged with helping the church fulfill the requirements of the Personnel Manual, supporting the creation and revision of job descriptions and other resources for role clarity and effectiveness, acting as liaison between the pastor and congregation regarding compensation, and reviewing staff needs and making recommendations to the Finance Committee. Team Members: Suzan Zakhary Dave Chinchar Don Bennett Rev. Pastor John
Praise Team
Lead: Christine Bozich
The Praise Team leads contemporary worship each Sunday, inviting people of all ages to sing, celebrate, and respond to God together. Through modern worship songs, blended voices, and a variety of instruments, the team helps create a welcoming, Spirit‑led environment where anyone can encounter God in meaningful and joyful ways. Team Members: Eric Bastin Jaeda Bozich Joel Bozich Taitum Couch Joe Derrig Teresa Noll Craig Snider
Social Justice Team
Lead: Merry Pantaleo
The Social Justice Team encourages the church to minister in inclusive, anti-racist, and other socially just ways, by making recommendations to and partnering with teams and Session, and liaising with outside organizations. Team Members: Terry Temple John Perry Rev. John Asher