The Revitalization Committee was asked to review the existing Church bylaws through the lens of how the Church operates currently and how it could operate in the future. Omissions, oversights, and inconsistencies were identified within the bylaws, policies, procedures, and structure as they relate to the church, organizations, and committees. By developing and suggesting consistent policies and procedures, inclusive bylaws, and a forward looking church structure, our Church can build resiliency and streamline our operations. The Revitalization Committee will engage with the congregation, consistory, organizations, and committees during their discussions. Consistory, organizations, and committees will implement these suggestions based on the approval of the congregation.
1. Christian Education - youth and adult education programs
Preschool
Sunday School
Confirmation
Youth Group
Vacation Bible School
Easter Program
Christmas Pageant
Bible Study
2. Music & Worship - activities that support the worship service
Choirs - Vocal and Bells
Altar Guild
Sacraments/Rites - Baptism, Communion, Weddings, Funerals
Worship Features - Bulletin, Flowers, Zoom/YouTube/Slides
Sandwich Fundraiser
3. Membership & Fellowship - programs that support our members
Membership
Scholarship
Guild - Egg Project, Fall Festival, Dinners, Family Game Night, Hospitality, Tea Party, Decorating Teams
Adult Socials
Prayer Circle
Cradle Roll
Shut-in Ministry
4. Community Outreach - activities that support the community
Christian Concerns (Angel Fund)
International - Child Sponsorship, Shoeboxes, Heifer International
Local - Oley Fair, Exeter Food Pantry Christmas Presents, Exeter SD Gift Cards, Hershey Bars for Prisoners, Food Pantry Donations, Veterans Making a Difference
Community Organizations - Girl Scouts, Lions Club, Exercise Group, Woman's Guild of St. Lawrence
5. Management & Infrastructure - committees that support the church
Property - Subcontractors/Vendors, Facility Cleaning/Maintenance
Finance - Treasurers, Endowment, Memorial, Audit
Human Resources (church employees)
Pastoral Search Committee
Pastoral Relations Committee
Office/Administrative Functions - Facility Use/Rental, Newsletter
Information Technology