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We believe in the
“priesthood of all believers,” that all baptized Christians are
called to service and leadership in the church, according to their
gifts. We also practice a congregational polity, which means our
church is governed by a democracy. Every member of the church
participates and votes in major decisions impacting leadership,
finances and major property repairs. A variety of leadership teams
handle the regular business of the church.
For a copy of our
organizational structure,
click here.
Review the
Proposed
Constitution Voting takes
place Nov 21, 2010
Council
The primary function of the
Council is to propose to the congregation the vision, direction,
goals and strategic objectives for the church, to communicate that
vision to the teams and help them pursue those goals. The Council
nominates leaders, develops policy, handles the annual stewardship
campaign, organizes Sausage Supper and
Oktoberfest and oversees the budget. The Council consists of
10 members, the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer,
Financial Secretary and chairs of the five Leadership Teams.
Leadership Teams
Finance & Property
The Finance & Property Team
oversees all St. Luke’s assets and carries out fiduciary
responsibilities. They oversee property management such as repairs,
improvements, insurance and capital projects. They manage income and
expenses, prepare the budget, oversee the church’s investments. They
are also responsible for the management of the
St. Luke’s Scholarship and
Heritage Room and historic items.
Faith & Fellowship
The Faith & Fellowship Team
provides people of all ages and interests at St. Luke’s with
opportunities to grow in their faith and connect to other people in
community. They direct Sunday School,
children and youth programs,
fellowship groups and special
events. They also provide hospitality and food ministry for St.
Luke’s events.
Mission & Evangelism
The Mission & Evangelism
Team reaches out beyond our church walls to serve others, share the
good news of Jesus Christ and invite people to St. Luke’s. They
oversee relationships with community
groups, lead service and mission activities, organize special
offerings and handle church publicity.
Spiritual Life
The Spiritual Life Team
ministers to the worship life and spiritual care of the St. Luke’s
community. They assist the pastor in planning
worship services, oversee
music ministries, engage lay
participants in worship and organize support and
visitation for St. Luke’s
members who face illness, disability, crisis or tragedy.
Board of Elders
The Board of Elders are the
spiritual leaders of the church. They are elected and ordained by
the congregation for life. Elders are chosen for their exemplary
faith and long tenure of leadership. They work closely with the
Spiritual Life Team. The Board of Elders assists the pastor in the
spiritual affairs of the church, prepares and serves Holy Communion,
reaches out to members who become inactive and keeps an accurate
membership roll.
Personnel
The Personnel Team
facilitates relationships between St. Luke’s staff, leadership and
members. They ensure adherence to personnel policies, recommend
salary adjustments and handle any staff-related concerns.
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