Mason First Presbyterian Church

 

Welcome to Mason FPC
Who We Are

Presbyterians are a group of Protestants whose church is founded on the concept of democratic rule under the Word of God. The Presbyterian denomination is a form of Christianity democratically organized to embrace the faith common to all Christians.

The Presbyterian church is a representative democracy governed by Elders elected from and by the congregation. Authority resides with the duly elected representatives of the congregation in the appointed church governing bodies. The local church governing body is the Session.

The Session oversees the day-to-day work of the church. It performs much of its work through a number of standing committees. Such committees rely on the generous donation of time and talents from members and friends of the congregation to carry out the work and mission of the church.

Deacons are elected to conduct the temporal and charitable ministry of the church. They provide care, in a variety of ways, to the church family, friends, and the community at large.
What We Believe: There is no strict set of beliefs that unite Presbyterians or separate us from other followers of Christ. Like other Christians, Presbyterians believe in: God Creator of the universe Christ The incarnation of God on earth The Holy Spirit The presence of God in the world and in the believer The Church A universal company of Christ's followers Forgiveness of Sin Made possible by the crucifixion of Jesus Life Everlasting Shown by the resurrection of Jesus The Bible The inspired word of God

What We Believe:

There is no strict set of beliefs that unite Presbyterians or separate us from other followers of Christ. Like other Christians, Presbyterians believe in:

God	Creator of the universe
Christ	The incarnation of God on earth
The Holy Spirit	The presence of God in the world and in the believer
The Church	A universal company of Christ's followers
Forgiveness of Sin	Made possible by the crucifixion of Jesus
Life Everlasting	Shown by the resurrection of Jesus
The Bible	The inspired word of God

 

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There's no mystery as to how one may become a Presbyterian. All that is required is that you:

Confess the Christian faith.

Trust in Christ as our forgiving Savior.

Promise to follow Christ and Christ's example for living.

Commit oneself to attend church and to become involved in its work

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Our inspiration and guidance in faith comes from two main sources --the Bible and Creeds and Confessions. Creeds and Confessions are statements of doctrine which express the beliefs of a church or congregation.

Presbyterians recognize two Sacraments as described in the Bible. The first is Baptism --a Sacrament which unites us with Christ. The second is Communion, which is a time to renew our faith and prepare us for the duties and privileges of Christian service.

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Pastor Elect: Rev. Bill Pinches

More coming soon

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Staff:

Director of Christian Education - Lori Pollitz

Director of Music - Sandy Wright-Auge

Sanctuary Choir Director - Bethany Clark

Maintenance - Steve Smucker

Office Manager - Sheren Wright

	Elders:
Moderator of Session		Clerk of Session
		Bruce Archer
Class of 2009	Class of 2010	Class of 2011
Barb VanDyke	Frank Boster	Bruce Caltrider
Bonnie Friend	Lana Dart	Dennis Dudley
Jamie Robinson	Debbie Dixon	Christine McElhorne
Rex Hauser	Cheryl Gamber	John McElhorne
Earl Threadgould	Vern Schrock	Kathy Oesterle

 

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Committee Chairs for 2008

Administration	Earl Threadgould
Christian Education	Kathy Oesterle
Finance	Bruce Caltrider
Mission	Debra Dixon
Parish Life	Rex Hauser
Personnel	Frank Boster
Strategic Planning	Barb Tornholm
Worship & Music	Lana Dart
Nominating

 

Deacons:
Class of 2009	Class of 2010	Class of 2011
Phil Gamber ~ Moderator	Mary Lou French	Laurie McGonigal
Chuck & Peg Shaub	Gladys Welker	Mary Schrock
Suzie Threadgould	Dale Miihlbach	Erik Spenny
Kathleen Miihlbach	Karen O'Malley	Camille Subject
Marge & Ted Welch	Theresa Spenny	Alison Taggart

 

Giving our church family and community excellent pastoral care is the mission of the Board of Deacons of Mason First Presbyterian Church. We are here to serve you and your family in the time of need.

How can you share our vision? Please relate to us your pastoral care ideas. Deacons can care for those in need: the sick, the lonely, those grieving a recent loss, those experiencing major life changes, assist the pastor with in-home communion, etc. We can provide rides to doctor appointments or to church. Deacons can deliver meals to those who need this service. We are able to assist families in crisis. We can provide information on community social services. We can help with minor home repairs for those unable to do this for themselves. We are happy to pray for you and with you.

Please contact the church office with your ideas or requests.

Your Board of Deacons