This body of Elders is called 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.