Front Row: Betsy Ratasak-Vogel, Secretary, Pat Fawcett, Linda Seaverson, Sarah Buck
Back Row: Ken Israel, Jeff Pearson Vice Pres., Bill Koenig Pres., Phil Meraz, Dave Krumm, Treas., Pastor Dave Cline
St. Andrew's mission is carried out through the leadership of our committee chairs and the participation of committee members.
The short summaries below describe the main functions of each committee. Feel free to contact the committee chairperson at the email address provided with any questions or to learn more about that committee.
Education Committee - Susan Teas, Chair
The
Education Committee is responsible for planning and overseeing the education
programs for St. Andrew’s including Adult Education, Sunday School,
Confirmation, Vacation Bible School, and the Advent Workshop.
Family & Youth Ministry Committee Lisa Nowers - Chair
This
committee embodies our vision of outreach and compassion through numerous
activities such as Faith Family Fun Nights, the annual Variety Show,
Faith Chest Ministry, family resources, small group resources, 807 (High
School group), Power Pack (4th-6th grade group),
Junior High special events, summer fun, Puppet practices and performances,
and Youth Service projects such as Pine Ridge in South Dakota.
Outreach Committee - Linda Seaverson, Chair
The
goal for the Outreach Committee is to strive to fulfill the St. Andrew’s
vision statement. Our vision commits us to reach out with compassion
to those in need, to be inviting to others, to break down barriers and
to reach across lines of status and culture, increasing our visibility
in the community.
Property Committee - Brian Kerr, Chair
This
committee is responsible for the maintenance and improvement of the
facilities and property of the congregation. Plans for remodeling, repairing,
painting, and cleaning are always on the agenda.
Social Concerns Committee - Wayne Casperson, Chair
The
Social Concerns Committee studies and reports to the congregation information
and recommends needed action on social problems at the local, state,
national, and international levels. In addition to supporting local
programs such as Good Neighbor, the Emergency Residence Project, and
ACCESS, this past year’s Lenten Offering was given to our Tanzanian
Ministry team to support our companion parish in Hedaru. Our Angel Tree
Ministry annually gives numerous gifts, toys and supplies to children
living at Beloit.
Stewardship & Finance Committee - Sarah Buck, Chair
This committee has the responsibility
of monitoring, coordinating, and communicating the financial status
and needs of the congregation as well as local and national benevolence
agencies. Its primary mission is to develop and call out from all members
their talents to carry out the vision of compassion and outreach in
all ministries of St. Andrew’s.
Worship & Arts Committee - Betsy Ratashak-Vogel, Chair
Primary
responsibilities for the Worship and Arts Committee include scheduling
persons to assist with the many aspects of the worship service such
as hanging appropriate banners for church seasons, decorating with floral
arrangements, purchasing communion supplies, and providing instruction
for communion preparers and servers, ushers, and other worship helpers.
Fellowship Committee - Gayle Osterberg, Chair
The
Fellowship Committee creates, coordinates, and assists with fellowship
among visitors and members. Typical activities include serving a chili
supper to our Carolers in December, hosting graduation and confirmation
celebrations, as well as coordinating and serving the Rally Sunday dinner,
the Picnic in the Park, and the Thanksgiving Pie Fest.
Environmental Task Force - John Kovar
Tanzania Ministry Team - Sheri Krumm, Chair
The
purpose of the TMT is to coordinate our efforts to build a companionship
with Hedaru Lutheran Parish in Tanzania. Multiple visits since January 2006 by several St. Andrew’s members has
built a trusting relationship with our companion parish and has resulted
in a firm commitment to continue providing our concrete support in a
multitude of ways.
The TMT has built a separate website with information about what we're doing. Visit
Tanzania Partners !
Do any of these committees interest you? Why not join one and get (more) involved in the life of our community?
