Our Leaders
The Body of Elders – The Session
It consists of 12 members from the congregation, and the pastors. The Session is responsible for all aspects of the operation and administration of the church, and is also responsible for maintaining the spiritual government of the congregation as exemplified through the worship services and church school activities. The Session functions as a body in decision-making processes, but performs the operational activities of the church by committees. Session members serve three-year terms, with rotations every year.
The Board of Deacons
Consists of 12 members from the congregation. General functions of the Deacons are:
1) Caring for Members: visiting and ministering to the sick, infirm, and shut-ins; incorporating new members into the church; etc.
2) Providing greeters and ushers for the worship services
3) Carrying out other duties assigned by the Session
The Board of Trustees
Made up of nine members from the congregation and is responsible for the Corporation business of Covenant Church. Trustees carry out the business duties to protect, maintain, repair, and operate the property of Covenant. The Trustees also manage the finances of Covenant.
| YEAR | ELDERS | DEACONS | TRUSTEES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class of 2012 | Bob Barnes Bob Ludwig Robin Strong Steve Sucic |
Rob Barnes Bob Tifft Susan Elrod Mary Edna Sharp |
Tom Cunningham Bob Gray Clint Kirkland |
| Class of 2013 | Bill McDowell Kay Eastin Jean Oakley Mary Witherspoon |
Betsy Estopinal Debbie Hester Martha Lehmann Richard Tingle |
Johnny Cooper Alan McCrispin Frank Szofran |
| Class of 2014 | Jeff Baker Herb Guendel Andy Huttula Elaine Woodling |
Cassandra Barkley Pam Holmes Debby Stone Brenda Thornton |
Rebecca Brooks Gary Griner David Weible |
* Clerk of Session: Tom Coon