I am only one. But still I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something. And because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do the something that I can do. Edward Everett HaleFor information about any of the following committees, please contact the administrative assistant who will direct your inquiry to the appropriate chairperson. Or call 207-873-4006. Ad Hoc By-laws Reviews church by-laws and recommends changes where there are inconsistencies or ambiguities; makes recommendations to the Board of Trustees who bring recommended changes before the congregation for a vote. Archives Collects, preserves and archives primary sources that record the history of our church and those organizations which were our church’s predecessors. Organizes these records so that information on the church’s history is readily obtained. Caring Committee Supports church members who are in need of either emotional or financial assistance. Communications Committee Produces and publicizes various forms of church communication, i.e., Order of Worship inserts, e-blasts,Point newsletter articles, Face Book postings and church website announcements. Evening Sandwich Program (ESP) Provides evening meals for the hungry in the greater Waterville area. Informs Face Book users who we are and what we are doing; keeps the church's Face Book page up-to-date with events, church services and activities. Fellowship Helps members of the congregation create fellowship opportunities. Recruits greeters for Sunday services. Encourages members and friends of the church to form groups and generate activities. Finance Manages the finances under the authority of the Board. Analyzes and develops budgets/accounts for all expenses, revenues and assets of the church. Assists in preparing information for monthly report to the Board. Fundraising Brainstorms ideas for fundraising events. Gardening Weeds and prunes flowering plants and shrubs alongside the church entrances and at the “point”. Thins older plants, replants as needed. Mulches flower beds as needed. Green Sanctuary Builds awareness of environmental issues among congregational members and the community. Generates commitment for personal lifestyle changes. Motivates church members to community action on environmental issues. Incorporates environmental issues into our spiritual practices. Builds awareness of environmental injustices. Hospitality Recruits and schedules volunteers to bring snacks each Sunday; maintains supply of staples like coffee, sugar and teabags Housekeeping Keeps housekeeper supplied with what she needs. Addresses household concerns made by church members Oversees the computer hardware and software in the church as well as other technological equipment. Investment Management Accounts for the investment accounts of the Church. Reports to the Treasurer and Board. Moves money in and out of accounts at the direction of the Board. Music Provides inspirational music for services and special occasions, expands the repertoire of music offerings and encourages participation by congregants Newsletter [The Point] Publicizes information among church members, promotes membership to visitors, and serves as a historical record of what our church does. Nominating Considers and presents nominations for the elective offices of the church. Advises the Board of Trustees for filling vacancies at all levels of church leadership through the year Nursery Provides environment whereby young children and toddlers are comfortable with caregivers and peers while parents attend services Pledge Drive Fund Raising Oversight Oversees and encourages monetary contributions to the church each fiscal year so that an annual budget can be created. Property & Grounds Maintains church building and property. Formulates budget, responds to requests by the Board about projects. Organizes work parties to accomplish routine/recurring maintenance work; executes and directs major projects Religious Education Plans curriculum for the religious education classes. Safety Addresses and resolves concerns in the church building or church community that involve safety in its broadest sense. Sustainability Works closely with Green Sanctuary Committee on ways to make the church and the community a “greener” place. Welcoming Congregation Promotes acceptance, inclusion, understanding and equity of persons of diverse sexual orientation and gender identity. Worship Plans and implements worship services when the minister is not in the pulpit. Assists minister with special services. Prepares the sanctuary for worship services |
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