Boards and Committees at Christ Church

EXECUTIVE BOARD - The Executive Board is composed of the officers of the church (Chair, Vice-Chair, Church Clerk and Treasurer), four members-at-large, and the chairs of the Boards of Christian Education, Deacons, Membership, Property Managers, Resources, World Fellowship, and Music & Fine Arts. The responsibilities of the Executive Board include, but are not limited to, setting the church budget, overseeing church staff, calling congregational meetings, approving fundraising projects, and directing the general policy of the church in accordance with its stated mission. The Executive Board meets monthly, and meetings are open to all, except for occasional executive sessions.

BOARD OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION - The Board of Christian Education is responsible for the administration and operation of the Church School and for the planning and overseeing of Christian Education programs for all ages, from the nursery through adult education.

BOARD OF DEACONS - The Board of Deacons arranges for and regulates services for public worship and finds substitute ministers when needed. The Deacons support church members in times of need, raise and administer the Deacons Fund, assist the Ministers in the observance of the rites and sacraments of the church, and provide guidance to the Ministers regarding the needs of the congregation and the quality of worship.

BOARD OF FINANCE - directs the church expenditures and investment policies. The Board of Finance prepares an annual budget for presentation to the Executive Board and approval by the Church.

BOARD OF MEMBERSHIP - The Board of Membership identifies families and individuals interested in joining Christ Church and helps to incorporate new members into the church community.

BOARD OF PROPERTY MANAGERS - This Board is responsible for the care and maintenance of the physical property of the Church, including the church buildings and grounds, and other property which is owned or leased by the Church. The Board is responsible for building use, and may charge fees upon making church facilities available to groups in the community. It manages the Church's office equipment, computers, and local area network.

BOARD OF RESOURCES - The Board of Resources conducts the annual stewardship campaign, oversees capital and/or endowment development, as well as any other money-raising efforts on behalf of the Church. The Board assists in the preparation of the budget.

BOARD OF WORLD FELLOWSHIP - is responsible for the Church's programs of Christian benevolence and outreach to local community and worldwide projects. Supports both denominational affiliates and their individual mission efforts. Supports over 45 independent organizations and projects through financial contributions. Every Easter holds an SOS drive to extend outreach. Organizes participation in several local “hands-on” projects such as the NJ FoodBank, Bridges Outreach, and the Interfaith Hospitality Network. The BWF generally meets monthly.

AUDIT COMMITTEE - is responsible for auditing the accounts of the Treasurer and Financial Secretary.

COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE - promotes and enhances internal and external communication among the congregation, the boards and committees, and the congregation and the community. Maintains the Church website and email lists for all the boards and committees. Distributes press releases to local newspapers for special services and events. Supports the office staff in prepartion of worship bulletins, newsletters, and other publications. The Communications Committee generally meets monthly.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE - Manages the Church's computers, databases, networks, phone system and office equipment -- all of the technology that supports the Church's communications and processes.

BOARD OF MUSIC AND FINE ARTS - assists the professional and volunteer music staff and provides general supervision of staff as required by the Ministers or the Executive Board. Encourages and supports appreciation of music and fine arts by producing the Lile Hall recital and concert series and arranging periodic exhibits of artwork by members of the Christ Church community.

NOMINATING COMMITTEE - nominates church members for positions on the boards and committees.

PASTOR PARISH COMMITTEE - supports and maintains an open and healthy relationship between the ministers and the congregation, serves as an advisory group to the minister and as support for the minister's leadership.

PERSONNEL COMMITTEE - reviews job responsibilities and performance of all paid, non-ordained staff members in conjunction with the senior minister. Makes salary recommendations to the Executive Board for both ordained and non-ordained staff.

USHERS COMMITTEE - ushers at services of the Church.

CHURCH LIFE COMMITTEE - coordinates the social life of Christ Church. Major events include the Progressive Dinner in the fall, the Advent Workshop in early December, the Annual Meeting in May, and the year-end Picnic in June. Church Life also organizes Suppers for Seven, which are more intimate gatherings in members' homes during February/March.

GREETERS - Greet worship attendees and make them feel that they truly belong. Time commitment is once or twice a year.

CHURCH HISTORIAN - Responsible for collecting and archiving documents, pictures and media coverage of significant church events.

ILLUMINATORS STEERING COMMITTEE - Provide special presentations of poetry, drama and song during
Sunday worship services and at occasionally at other times.

HOMELESS HOSPITALITY COMMITTEE - Coordinates with the Interfaith Council for the Homeless of Union County to help house temporarily homeless families at Christ Church. Four times a year, for a week at a time, Christ Church hosts families in this support network. Committee members coordinate church volunteers to assist. Committee members are 'on call' for the week they are coordinating, and otherwise put in about an hour a month during the year.

ADULT EDUCATION COMMITTEE - Organizes a series of educational events for the congregation during the year, often following worship service.

ALTERNATIVE GIFT MARKET COMMITTEE - organizes an annual pre-Christmas fund-raising event which gives people the opportunity to make donations in another's name to further the work of local, national, and international charities. For example, one can donate funds for a water well, chickens for a family, educational materials, or medical supplies. More than just charitable, these are thoughtful gifts for everyone on one's holiday list -- even doctors, teachers, and co-workers! The gift recipient receives a memento and a gift card explaining the donation. A gift card might read, "Dear Uncle Jay, a set of tools has been given in your name to Habitat for Humanity." The Committee meets has a number of meeting leading up to the event in November, then recesses for the rest of the year.

CHANCEL CHOIR - Sings at most worship services during the year. Also, presents several major works at special performances including instrumentalists and guest soloists. On some occasions, joins with other church choirs in Summit for special combined performances. Rehearses Thursday evenings. There are openings in all voice parts. No auditions. Sight-reading not required. Solo opportunities. Wide range of music. Part-time participation can be negotiated. All are welcome!

Not listed above:

Nurture and Visitation Committee

Clerk

Treasurer

Financial Secretaries

Representative to UCC

Representative to ABC

Investment Committee

Kitchen Committee

Library Committee

Children's Library Committee

Plants Committee

Office Mailing Assistants