| Home | The work of the church is carried out through the
Board of Deacons and through a network of committees
which have been established by the Session. Elders serve
as the chairs on these committees. Committee members come
from the congregation through volunteers and specific
recruitment. A member of the staff serves as the liaison
to each of these groups, most of which meet monthly. The Diaconate or the Board of Deacons consists of men and women who are elected by the congregation. Their task as described in the Scriptures is to provide a ministry of caring to all those in need. More specifically in Idaho Falls, their ministry is directly through the Care Team program which separates the deacons into five teams: Hospital/Crisis, Nursing Home/Shut-Ins, Member Contacts/Visitation, Visitor/New Member Contacts, and Hospital/Crisis Follow-up. In addition to the above duties, the Diaconate has monthly meetings, arrange for ushers at each church service, and prepare communion when needed. They also deliver poinsettias and Easter lilies to shut-ins at Christmas and Easter. Buildings and Grounds Committee is responsible for oversight, maintenance, and security of the church property, including grounds, buildings and their contents. Stewardship Committee is responsible for interpretation of stewardship to the congregation, and for the promotion and implementation of the annual stewardship campaign. Mission Committee is responsible for the general mission giving, for interpreting mission, both local and global to the congregation and for interfacing with programs in the local community. Christian Education Committee is responsible for the development and supervision of the Christian education program of the church. It is also the purpose of this committee to emphasize the partnership between the home and the church and to promote the Christian Education of people of all ages, specifically through Sunday school, fellowship groups, and recreational opportunities. Congregational Life Committee is responsible for the enhancement of the relationship of the church family through discipleship, fellowship, care giving, and spiritual enrichment of the mind. Personnel Committee cares for and oversees the work of our staff. This committee provides support and serves as an advocate for the members of our staff. Worship Committee is responsible for all aspects of worship. This includes ushering, greeting, decorating the sanctuary, special observances, and coordination of the radio ministry. Evangelism Committee is responsible for contacting visitors, conducting classes for people inquiring about joining the Presbyterian church, and new member assimilation. Finance Committee is responsible for all matters pertaining to finances and financial record keeping. This committee is also responsible for the oversight of office management. In addition to serving on committees, Elders also administer communion and assist the Pastor in Baptisms, and participate in worship services as lay readers. |