Leadership

Session
The Session is the governing body responsible for overseeing the spiritual and administrative affairs of the congregation. Composed of elected elders and the pastor, the Session is tasked with setting church policies, providing spiritual guidance, and making decisions on matters such as worship, education, and outreach. The Session ensures that the church’s mission and operations align with its values and goals. Elders are elected to a three-year term. Elder ordination is a life-time designation. Past Elders are part of a group called the College of Elders.
Class of 2024
Jim Cameron
Callie Feyen
Steve Gerhardt
Gail Grady
Rick Ingram
Chris King
Lynne Lande
Marti Wendler
Class of 2025
Jane Dutton
Melissa Kesterson
Mark Lindley
Aidan Majorprice
Betsy McCallister
Tom McKarns
Jim Schaafma
Diane Tamblyn
Susan Whitlock
Class of 2026
Kurt Boeve
Mary Jane Chase
Jeff Colton
Dan Mitas
Lilly Rego
Dianne Santinga
Ankie Schuitema
John Voorhorst
Rev. David Prentice-Hyers, Moderator
Carol Gottliebsen, Clerk

Deacons
Deacons are elected lay leaders who focus on the ministry of service and care within the congregation and the broader community.