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Our church government is democratic in nature. It shares power and responsibility. The system of governing bodies supports mutual relationships and expresses the unity of the church. Decisions are reached in governing bodies by vote, following opportunity for discussion, and a majority governs.
Session - Elders, together with the ministers, exercise leadership, government and discipline and have responsibilities for the life of the church as well as the church at large, including ecumenical relationships. It is the duty of elders, individually and jointly, to strengthen and nurture the faith and life of the congregation. Together with the pastor, they should encourage the people in the worship and service of God, equip and renew them for their tasks within the church and for their mission in the world. - The Book of Order G-6.0302, G6.0304
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Clerk of Session - Linda Castleman Assistant - Jerry Redford |
Treasurer - Kirk Schmidt |
| Class of 2008 | Class of 2009 | Class of 2010 |
| Linda Castleman | Judy Batson | Dan Austin |
| Barbara Keagle | Nancy Force | Gayle Brucknes |
| Ray Landon | Jody Hantel | David Falk |
| Jim Lycan | Eric Mason | Mac Moore |
| Michael Morthland | Linda May | Phyllis McPheron |
| Jim Rauff | Charlie Platt | Jerry Redford |
| Richard Sublett | Kirk Schmidt | Jackie Sharp |
| Mary Turner | Dwain VanZant | John Winick |
Deacons minister to the people of the church. The primary goal of Deacons is to enable our congregation of faith to become a more caring, encouraging, and nurturing community of God's people. Our congregation is divided into "Tribes of Caring" with deacons serving as the tribe leaders concerned with meeting the spiritual needs, providing support, promoting fellowship, and encouraging spiritual growth of their members. - First Presbyterian Church Deacon Handbook
| Class of 2008 | Class of 2009 | Class of 2010 |
| Brenda Aymer | Julia Bright | Dianne DeVore |
| Carol Dixon | Marty Grohne | Lucy Lundt |
| Lori Jensen | Mitch Hull | Craig Mandernach |
| Yvonne Lewis | Stacey Babcock | Nina Page |
| Paul Rosenberger | Elysa Montgomery | Mary Ann Platt |
| Patricia Watts | Harriet Sadowski | Joanne Sly |
| Earline Wisher | Donna Washburn | Karen Yepsen |
Session Committees effect a broader participation on the part of the congregation in the conduct of the program of the church and strengthen the program of our church by enlisting the talents and responsibility of a larger number of our members. - First Presbyterian Church Manual for Session Committees
| Committee | Responsibilities | Chairperson |
| Administration | Formulate, supervise, and execute personnel and administrative policies | Jerry Redford |
| Facilities | Formulate, exercise, and execute policies and practices for maintenance/improvement | Jim Lycan |
| Mission | Formulate, exercise, and execute policies and practices regarding human needs issues | Judy Batson |
| Education | Church school and fellowship programs, development/execution of Adult Ed courses |
Adult - Paul and Verlyn Rosenberger Children - Jody Hantel Youth - Brenda Aymer |
| Evangelism | Formulate, supervise, and execute policies and practices pertaining to membership | Gayle Bruckner |
| Peacemaking | Guide congregation in programs in community ministries, global issues, and world peace | Jim Rauff |
| Worship | Formulate, supervise, and execute policies and practices in matters of music and worship | Mary Turner |
| Stewardship | Formulate, supervise, and execute stewardship policies and practices | |
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Presbytery Commissioners |
Mary Turner Jerry Redford |
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