Current Council members are: President – Andrea Eckenberg Vice President – Debra Dobler Treasurer - Cathy Sahli Secretary/Communications - Pam Thorsen At Large – Pam Bunger, Jodi Burkland, Keith Eide, Scott Gideon
God’s work in the world goes on 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The Church Council is accountable to the Congregation, and serves as the board of directors, meeting and communicating to enable and support the vision, decision making processes and governing documents.
The Church Council with its day-to-day responsibilities is a vital aspect of striving to do God’s work in the world with thoughtfulness, integrity, respect and partnerships that share a common vision. Membership on the Church Council requires being a voting member of the congregation. A quorum for any regular or special meeting is a majority of the council members present. Special meetings can be called by the pastor, the president or any three members of the Council, with notice given no less than five days prior and are announced at a public service, if one is held during that period.
Duties and responsibilities include:
Secure necessary staff, including pastor and all support personnel
Review salaries and benefits of staff along budget parameters
Prepare annual budgets, including proposed revenues and expenditures from all sources
Review fiscal reports, including balance sheet and income/expense accounts
Ensure safeguards are in place for any persons with access to the funds of the Congregation
Ensure compliance with all local, state and federal requirements regarding a non-profit organization
Protect the assets including all buildings and premises, equipment, furnishings, funds and investments
Ensure representation of the congregation at any required gatherings
Appoint committees currently include but are not limited to: audit, education, evangelism, property/management, fellowship/social, worship/music
Convene an annual meeting with both the pastoral staff and committee representatives to review life, work, mission and programs of the congregation
Council meetings are held the 2nd Monday of the month.