Session

Session, the governing body of Westminster Presbyterian church, comprises the church's ministers and a group of elders. Elders are elected to three-year terms by the congregation to provide general oversight of the church, in accordance with the Book of Order of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Elders may serve no more than two consecutive terms.

The work of Westminster Presbyterian Church is strengthened when it is done in the spirit of openness and trust. It is the policy of Session that all members of the congregation and interested parties are invited and welcome to attend regular Session meetings. There may be times that a decision is made to close a Session meeting or part of a meeting to discuss sensitive, confidential matters but that will be communicated ahead of time. It should be noted that members who attend a Session meeting do not have a “voice” or the right to address the body.

Session meeting dates, times and locations are all posted on the website calendar. Session meets the third Monday of every month, except in the summer.

Session Minutes for March 20, 2023
Session Minutes for February 22, 2023
Session Minutes for January 7, 2023
2022 Annual Report to the Congregation from Session
2021 Annual Report to the Congregation from Session
2020 Annual Report to the Congregation from Session
2019 Annual Report to the Congregation from Session
2018 Annual Report to the Congregation from Session
2017 Annual Report to the Congregation from Session

Reporting to Session include the Board of Deacons, 12 session-appointed Commissions, and four committees.

Current Session

Moderator: Jo Forrest, Senior Pastor
Clerk of Session: William Ludwig

Class of 2023
Class of 2024
Class of 2025
Nicole Baculik
Megan Exley
Jay Galbreath
Bill Ludwig
Andrew Marsh
Allison McGee
Denise Rost
Steven Schmitt
Karen Williams
Logan Carmichael
Brian Eccher
David Heilman
Beth Jenkins
Sara Locke
Jerry Malarkey
Rick Ralston
Deborah Waller
Dave Davis
Meghan Widmar
Kristy Berrott
Jon Killmeyer
Morgan Null
Tom Page

Commissions and Committees

Session appoints commissions, as needed, to carry out the life of the church, and the Board of Deacons establishes teams, as needed, to fulfill its duties.

The work of the church is done through commissions and committees. Although typically chaired by elders, commission membership includes elders, deacons and members of the congregation. We encourage all church members to consider serving on a commission. Although this may sound like a daunting task, members find that in addition to performing a valuable service, they gain fellowship and support from their commission team.

See below for information on each commission and a contact if interested in joining. Note that members of the Nominating and Endowment Committees are elected by the congregation and not appointed by session.

Commissions

Adult Spiritual Development
Megan Exley (chair, session)

Bridge Worship
Nicole Baculik (chair, session)

Children’s & Family Ministry
Rick Ralston (chair, session)

Communications
Steve Schmitt (chair, session)

Finance
Brian Eccher (chair, session)

Membership
Meghan Widmar (chair, session)

Outreach
Allison McGee (chair, session)

Personnel
Denise Rost (chair, session)

Property
Jay Galbreath (chair, session)

Stewardship
Dave Heilman (chair, session)

Worship
Sara Locke (chair, session)

Youth Ministry
Jerry Malarkey (chair, session)


Committees

Endowment & Special Gifts

Internal Audit Committee

Nominating Committee

Safety and Security Committee


Board of Deacons

The Board of Deacons serves under the supervision and authority of Session. The mission of the Board of Deacons is to provide care to those who are in need, to the sick, to the friendless, and to any who may be in distress both within and beyond the community of faith; to encourage and equip members of the congregation to both give and receive care. Deacons are elected to three-year terms by the congregation and may serve no more than two consecutive terms.

The Board of Deacons meet the fourth Monday of every month, except in summer.

Reporting to the Board of Deacons include the following teams: Blood Drive, Care Calendar, Extended Communion, Flower Delivery, Giving Gala and Treasures for Troops.

Moderator: Ian Thomas
Vice-Moderator: Alecia Klonicke

Class of 2023
Class of 2024
Class of 2025
Stacy Chambers
Pat Cover
Sue Davis
Jerome Ecklin
Melissa Galbraith
Tyler McClintock-Comeaux (Youth)
Hannah Molli (Youth)
James Roberts
Lindsay Senge
Doug Shuck
Flo Van Cara Sheap
Susan Van Cleve
Yvonne Bly
Melissa DalBon
Jeff Ewing
Alecia Klonicke
Mary Lou Price
Amy Ranalli
Jean (Cricket) Ruppert
Sandy Thompson
Debby Underwood
Jodi DeLong
Lynn Dempsey
Kevin Green
Daryl Kerr
Frank McCabe
Sandi McCarthy
Laurie McMaster