Church Leadership
As a congregational member of The Presbyterian Church (USA), First Presbyterian Church is governed by three boards of church officers: the session, deacons, and trustees.
The Session
Ed Ecker, Elder for Finance and Stewardship
Carlyle Gregory, Elder for Worship
Jennifer Taylor Howell, Elder for Children and Youth
Claire Noble, Elder for Children and Youth
Francesca Guerrero, Elder for Adult Spirituality
Joan Koenig, Elder for Mission
Kathryn Kobe, Elder for Personnel
Amber Talley, Elder for Administration
Julie Bosland, Elder of Outreach
John Antonelli, Clerk of Session
TBD, Elder for Fellowship
Rev. Billy Kluttz, Moderator of Session
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Board of Deacons
Sam West, Moderator
Lynda Hill, Vice Moderator
Jocelyn Bauer
Nancy Manning
Janet Pence
Margaret Gregory
Linda Hardy
Kathy Pericak
Ann Klofkorn-Bloome
Jennifer Swanson
Michael Bruno
Marty Newhouse
Wes Allen
Trustees
Greg Morris, co-chair
Kevin Johnson, co-chair
Rob Tobiassen
Chris Taylor
Al Taylor
Austin Wiehe
Dana Edwards
Kaylyn West
Elaine Neumann
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How is First Presbyterian organized?
We are glad you asked.
Jesus Christ—Head of the Church
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Director of Children/Youth Ministries
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Director of Music Ministries
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Office Administrator
Boards
The names of candidates for the Boards are put forward by the Nominating Committee and elected by the congregation.
Session
There are 12 Elders; each serves a term of 3 years. Elders must be members of FPC. Elders are the ruling body of the church. They make decisions concerning the finances and the ministries of the church.​ ​The majority of Elders lead one of the ministry teams highlighted below. Ministry teams are composed of members and friends of First Presbyterian Church who volunteer for the work of the committee.
Board of Deacons
There are 12 Deacons; each serves a term of 3 years. Deacons must be members of FPC. Deacons attend to the needs of the congregation in such areas as:
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Transportation for members unable to access church
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Funeral receptions
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Communion preparation
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Congregational care
Board of Trustees
There are 8 Trustees; each serves a term of 3 years. Trustees are members & friends of FPC. Trustees are responsible for the maintenance of the physical plant, and divide the work into spheres of responsibility:
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Grounds/Garden
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Building Maintenance
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Systems Maintenance
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Administration