Session / Elders
Presbyterian congregations are governed by Elders who are elected from and by the congregation. The word "Presbyterian" comes from the Greek word presbuteros, which simply means "Elder." The governing body of elected Elders for a local congregation is called the Session. Elders are typically elected for three-year terms to the Session, and retain the title of Elder for life.
The Session is responsible for the mission and government of the congregation. Much of the work of the Session is carried out through a number of standing committees, which rely on the generous donation of time and talents from members of the congregation to carry out the mission and ministry of the church.
Moderator of Session: Rev. Bill Pinches
Clerk of Session: Bruce Archer
Ruling Elders, Class of 2021
Doreen Chapman
Gin Gibson
Tonya Seely
(vacancy)
Ruling Elders, Class of 2022
Jenny Bond
Ed Clarke
Debbie Shellenbarger
Gladys Welker
Ruling Elders, Class of 2023
Bruce Archer
Tim Hammond
Mary Ozee
Steve Sowles
The Session is responsible for the mission and government of the congregation. Much of the work of the Session is carried out through a number of standing committees, which rely on the generous donation of time and talents from members of the congregation to carry out the mission and ministry of the church.
Moderator of Session: Rev. Bill Pinches
Clerk of Session: Bruce Archer
Ruling Elders, Class of 2021
Doreen Chapman
Gin Gibson
Tonya Seely
(vacancy)
Ruling Elders, Class of 2022
Jenny Bond
Ed Clarke
Debbie Shellenbarger
Gladys Welker
Ruling Elders, Class of 2023
Bruce Archer
Tim Hammond
Mary Ozee
Steve Sowles