Alpharetta FUMC
Thursday, May 17, 2012
 
Lay Leadership Committees

 
Church Council
This is the primary governing body of the church. Sets priorities, approves the budget, and coordinates the work of committees related to the mission and ministry of the church. Chairperson: Dennis Chapman
 
Council on Ministries
Body of church leaders who collaborate on how to create and support ministries that meet the needs of the congregation and the community. Chairperson: Amy Munroe
 
The Board of Trustees
Supervises and oversees the care of church property including buildings, land, parking, and office equipment. Responsible for all legal matters concerning the church. Chairperson: Dale Carringer
 
Finance Committee
Responsible for compiling annual budget, developing plans to meet that budget, and administering funds as received. Chairperson, Maritza Pichon
 
Staff Parish Relations Committee
Serves as the human relations committee of AFUMC, hiring, evaluating and encouraging staff and other leaders. Chairperson: Dennis Covington
 
The Committee on Nominations
Charged with identifying and enlisting spiritual and administrative leadership for the church. Chairperson: Dr. Don Martin, senior pastor
 
Long Range Planning Team
Charged with establishing a vision for the future needs of our congregation and making recommendations to the Church Council. Chairperson: Charlie Andrews
 
Stewardship Committee
Encourages and guides congregation in practicing good Christian stewardship including gifts of time, talent and financial resources. Chairperson: Lee Piper 
 
Endowment Committee
Provides education and leadership to members and friends in support of the AFUMC Endowment Fund. Chairperson: Charlie Lail
 
Missions and Ministries Support Team
Works to develop and implement processes to involve members in local, regional and international. Chairperson: Jane Rogers
 
Congregational Care
Provides leadership and support in caring for the needs of our congregation and the community. Chairperson: Terri Straw
 
Prayer Ministry Team
Works to promote personal, local church, and community prayer, and to equip believers to enrich their relationship with Jesus Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit. Chairperson: Nanci Crawford
 
Communications Support Team
Develops communications strategies to inform members and create a welcoming presence for visitors and church seekers. Chairperson: Beth Allain, Communications manager
 
Evangelism Support Team
Works to promote AFUMC throughout our community while encouraging members to be faithful witnesses for Jesus Christ. Chairperson:  Jim Tinsley
 
Discipleship Support Team
Plans and develops the educational curriculum to nurture our members in faith. Chairperson: Victoria Potts
 
Hospitality Team
Greets and assists visitors on Sunday mornings and at special events. Chairperson: Laura Gurley, director of New Member Involvement
 
Lay Leader
Serves as an ex-officio member of all committees and encourages and supports their work. Chairperson: Rick Darnell
 
Lay Delegates of Annual Conference
Represent Alpharetta Methodist Church as voting members of annual conference. Chairpersons: Jimmy DeasDennis Chapman, Barbara Chapman
 
Worship Support Team
Serves to involve and train worship support leaders including Sanctuary Stewards, acolytes, ushers, etc. Chairperson: Connnie Rappa
 
Technology Committee
Supervises, oversees and makes recommendations for the technology needs of the church. Chairperson: Brad Meisburg
 
Job Transition Committee
Plans and develops programs and resources to assist those who are in job transition. Chairperson: Jeff Ivan
 
Audio Committee
Attends to the audio needs of the church. Chairperson: Emily Harrison/John Ramminger
 
Council on Children's Ministries
Works with Director of Children's Programs to coordinate and implement various ministries and programs for children. Chairperson: Debbie Peebles
 
Youth Advisory Board
Works with Middle and High School Youth Directors to plan and develop programs, ministries and activities for youth. Chairperson: Michael Spalding
 
Preschool / MMO Board
Review and approves policies, employment agreement forms, job descriptions, budgets and by-laws. Chairperson: Lisa Langford