Members of the Church Leadership
Elders
John Houston
Brenda Smith-Cliffe
Karen Twohig
Janie Koopmans
Celeste Rudberg
Vice President of Consistory
Deacons
John Hansen
Kathleen Spencer
Paul Smith
Clerk of Consistory
Linda Baron
Shunta Garcia-Cantella
Office Administrator
Carolyn Cordoni
Treasurer
Roy Carruthers
Choir Director
Janie Koopmans
Music Director
Christine Johannsen
Children’s Community Services Director
Barbara VanVoorhis
Roles of Elders & Deacons
The Elders support the spiritual life of the church have supervision of the church in all matters and seek to be sure that conduct conforms with the Word of God. They ensure that the minister’s preaching and teaching is in accord with Scripture, assist with their good counsel, make visitations, and guard the sacraments.
The Deacons are a ministry of mercy, service and outreach. They receive and distribute contributions under consistory’s direction to ensure that gifts contributed for the benefit of the poor are distributed with discretion. They often visit and comfort those in material need.
We are grateful to be a part of a congregation that has a long history in the center of our community. Both our church congregations and our buildings have a long legacy.
Visit this page to learn more about our history.
Visit this link to visit the Library of Congress print and photographic catalogue listing for our church.
