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Committees

Christian Education Committee (meets the 2nd Sunday each month at 3 p.m.)

The Christian Education Committee seeks to provide opportunities for spiritual growth and ministry for people of all ages. Our purpose is to “equip the saints” through study of the Bible and Christian life as they discover their place in God’s world. This is carried out through classes, activities, and programs designed to encourage and nurture each person on his/her faith journey as they live it out in our community, nation and world. 

Christian Relations Committee (meets on an as needed basis)

The Christian Relations Committee has a wide scope of activities such as the following: Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Graduate Recognition, Camps and Conferences, Recreational Teams, Parent Effectiveness Course/Support Groups, Vocational Guidance, College Student Worship, Festival Meal, Festival Booth, and the Christmas Scene. 

Missions Committee (meets the 2nd Sunday each month at 4 p.m.)

One of the primary functions of this committee is to lead the members of the congregation into a deeper commitment to Christ and His Church. The emphasis of the committee is concerned with the church reaching out to the local community and into the world.  

Personnel Committee (meets the 3rd Sunday each month at 8:30 a.m.)

This committee is charged with the oversight of the professional staff members, in cooperation with the other appropriate committees. It shall prepare job descriptions as necessary, review and evaluate the work of the staff, recommend salary changes and allowances, approve vacation schedules, consider office equipment needs (including maintenance and upgrading of computers) and make recommendations to the Session. 

Property Committee (meets on an as needed basis)

This committee is responsible for the security, maintenance and improvement of all church properties. It seeks to maintain all properties and equipment, supervises the work of the facilities manager, and makes recommendations/hires about the scheduling of repairs, etc. 

Stewardship & Finance Committee (meets the 3rd Sunday each month at 5 p.m.)

This committee has the oversight of the financial life of the church. It seeks to develop the generosity of the people in their time, talents and material gifts, educates the congregation concerning the financial needs of the church courts and the local church, plans the budget, develops the financial campaign, has oversight of the expenditures and distribution of gifts, and plans for special offerings, etc.

Worship Committee (meets the 2nd Sunday each month at 4 p.m.)

This committee is charged with the oversight of the worship service, the administration of the sacraments, special services including Holy Week, weddings and funerals. In addition, it is responsible for the ministry of music as the Director of Music and organist are members of this committee.

Endowment Committee (meets on an as needed basis)

Established in 1998, the Endowment Fund’s purposes are to encourage church members to advance the Kingdom of God on earth through gifts and bequests, to establish a policy as to the use of the endowment funds and to provide for the management of those funds. 

Cemetery Committee (meets on an as needed basis)

This committee serves the vital function of administering all the records and affairs of the cemetery. 

Evangelism Committee (meets on the 2nd Sunday at 3 p.m.)

The Evangelism Committee is witnessing through Biblical hospitality, which is loving all people, especially strangers. The act of hospitality, directed toward strangers, distinguishes the church from its surrounding environment. The Evangelism Committee welcomes the stranger and introduces them to others as our guests. We visit, call and serve them in a variety of ways. We involve ourselves in the lives of others, encouraging us to be more dependent on God. 

Fellowship Committee (meets the 2nd Wednesday each month at 10 a.m.)

The Fellowship Committee strengthens church growth by encouraging hospitality as a developing ministry. We work directly with the Kitchen Coordinator in scheduling, planning, and implementing fellowship gatherings, special events, retreats and small group fellowships for the congregation. The committee utilizes volunteers on six teams that help implement programs and events as needed. 

Funeral Ushering Committee (meets on an as needed basis)

The Chairman of the Funeral Ushering Committee or Designated Team Leader is responsible for ushering funerals as required in the Sanctuary.  

Hospital Care Ministry (meets on an as needed basis)

Members of the Hospital Care Ministry visit members of the congregation when they are in the area hospitals. We endeavor to show compassion, concern and give spiritual strength to our church family. We also maintain a snack basket in the waiting room on the fourth floor of Valdese General Hospital for family and friends of those in the community who are in intensive care. 

Assistance Ministry (meets on an as needed basis)

The Assistance Ministry is charged with the responsibility of the food pantry by providing aid to people of the community who are in need. Committee members interview applicants and determine what assistance we can offer.. A member of this committee is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. each week to offer assistance. This committee also ensures that the food pantry and hygiene cabinet are well stocked. 

Audio and Video Ministry (meets on an as needed basis)

Morning worship services are recorded and distributed to homebound members of our congregation each week. The audio and video ministry is supported by the Men of the Church. 

Transportation Ministry (meets on an as needed basis)

The mission of the Transportation Committee of the Diaconate is to ensure that every member and friend of the church will have transportation without charge to medical appointments, church events and some other special needs.

Celebration Ministry (meets as part of the Diaconate, 1st Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm.
This committee is responsible for sending cards or notes for the following occasions: birthdays, weddings, new babies, high school and college graduation and special events. This committee also oversees the Church Mouse Program for college students. 

Community Ministry (meets on an as needed basis)

The Community Ministry consists of projects and activities in our community. Some of the activities and projects include: Meal for Agape Retirement Home, Angel Tree and Christmas Stockings for the needy of our community, Blood Mobile (twice a year), installing wheelchair ramps for homes, Habitat for Humanity, J. Iverson Resident, and stuffing envelopes for Grandfather Home. 

Men of the Church Assistance Committee (meets on an as needed basis)

The Men of the Church Assistance Committee operates under the overview of the Diaconate of the Waldensian Presbyterian Church. The goal is to provide advice and solutions for problems that you may face regarding home maintenance and repair and/or auto maintenance and repair.

Jett Set Committee (meets the 2nd Sunday of each month at 5 p.m.)

This committee is charged with examining the fellowship needs of older adults in our congregation, then forming and implementing plans to meet other needs. Regular trips and outings are planned, and monthly luncheons held.

Meals Ministry (meets as part of the Diaconate, 1st Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm).
The meals ministry is responsible for providing meals to individuals or family members who have been in the hospital. This ministry is coordinated through the chairs of this committee. 

Historical Committee (meets on an as needed basis)

This committee has the responsibility of preserving the heritage of our church and its people. It is responsible for the collection and display of artifacts in the museum, the operation of the museum, the scheduling of its use, the special programs, etc.