There are many gifts...and to each is given a manifestation of the Spirit for the common good..." (1 Corinthians 12:7) Leadership within a Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) congregation is a witness to what we believe. Inherent in who we are as Presbyterians is a call to shared leadership between elders and ministers, traditionally called ruling and teaching elders. Both men and women are called to serve as elders in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), reflecting our commitment to the full expression of the diversity within our membership. Leadership in the church also reflects our baptismal identity as people who accept Christ's call to be responsibly involved in the full ministry of the church. Opportunities for leadership abound at Woodlawn Chapel! The Session, or governing board, meets monthly to fulfill its responsibilities. The congregation elects and ordains elders to serve on the Session, which is moderated by the pastor. Elders also participate in other governing bodies of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), including the Presbytery of Giddings-Lovejoy, the Synod of Mid-America, and the General Assembly. The Session normally meets on the 4th Sunday of the month, or additionally as required. Also elected for service in the congregation are deacons, who carry the responsibility for leading the congregation's ministries of compassion and service. At Woodlawn Chapel, the Deacons are grouped in three areas of ministry: Ministries of Compassion, Ministries of Mission, and Ministries of Fellowship. The Deacons meet the 2nd Thursday of the month or additionally as required. Every Elder and Deacon serves as the moderator of at least one ministry team ("committee.") Members and friends of Woodlawn are encouraged to get involved in the church's life by serving on a ministry team, or by adopting a special project. No door is closed, and there is always room for additional participation. Contact the pastor, Chris Keating, or the ministry team leaders for more information! Click here to download a listing of officers at Woodlawn Chapel. (*PDF file requires Adobe Acrobat.) Want to get involved??? Contact the Ministry Team Moderators Listed or call the church office for more details!
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