Church Council

Meets the fourth Tuesday of every month

Church Council is primarily responsible for creating and sustaining the congregation’s plan for discipleship. The Council Chair works with the Senior Pastor and the Directors of each of our functional ministries to build, implement and supervise a shared vision and strategic plan for Mount Olivet. The Council usually meets the fourth Tuesday of each month.

Rudy Barnes Chair, Kelly George, Amy Cole, Kevin Togashi, Helen Mavroidis, Kristen Nelson, Sara Keeling, Cindy Huber, Sam Hempel, Monte Campbell, Scott Rosen, Jose Collazo, Matt Summers, Greg Hitt, Tom Kilkenny (Walker Chapel), Monte Campbell, Kelly Barnes, Janet Oak, Kendra Slatt, Cynthia Nelson, Jim Dake, Roberta Jones, Jim McElfish, Zachary Pope, Jim Coates, Karen Lundy, Kenn Speicher, Stephanie Bekhor, Jeff Goodman, Marilyn Traynham, Tina Marcus, Linnea Carson, Evan Hannah, Jonathan Saint-Thomas, Jett McReynolds, Alexis Joyce

Adult Council
Rudy Barnes Chair, Kelly George, Amy Cole, Kevin Togashi, Helen Mavroidis, Kristen Nelson

Children's Council
Kendra Slatt Chair, Linnea Carlson, Alexis Joyce, Christina Danko, Ben Hallissy, Nina Hallissy, Maddy Holladay, Valentyna Ryan, Jennifer Sauter-Price

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Lay Leadership

Lay Leaders are connectors, deep listeners, facilitators and liaisons between the laity, the clergy and the staff. Their job is to continually discern how God’s Spirit is moving and guiding the church, its programs and ministries; and to bring what they discover into dialogue. Each is assigned as an ex-officio member to ministry teams and committees.

Kelly George, Amy Cole, Kevin Togashi

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Staff Parish Relations Committee (SPRC)

Meets the first Monday of every month

The Staff Parish Relations Committee acts as a liaison between the Congregation and its staff and clergy so that Mount Olivet is equipped to support the accomplishment of church goals. SPRC sets employment policy, guides the work of the management team, and works to ensure that Mount Olivet is a fulfilling place to work. It provides guidance on staff priorities, job descriptions and evaluations, and compensation. Members of this committee cannot be related to a Mount Olivet staff member, and meetings are not open to non-committee members. SPRC usually meets the first Monday of the month.

Cindy Huber Chair, Sara Keeling, Brent Baxter, Brian Butler, Stephanie Kuhl, Steven Meek, Steve Neff, Drew Pathwick, Lou Phelps

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The Board of Trustees

Meets the first Monday of every month

The Board of Trustees is responsible for the supervision, oversight, and maintenance of all church-owned property, equipment and facilities so that we protect and preserve our physical property, administrative infrastructure and safety and security of the congregation and its missions. The Trustees help establish policies for the proper use of church facilities, develop disaster plans, oversee land acquisition, administer and invest all trusts of the church, and represent the church in all legal matters.

Sara Keeling, Marilyn Traynham, Dotty Dake, David Foster, Lee Moore, Mike Nelson, Lee Ressler, Rick Ritter, Ann Speicher

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Finance Committee

Meets the third Tuesday of every month

The Finance Committee develops and administers a coordinated plan of fiscal and administrative policies and procedures for the church. It provides financial direction and communicates the church’s financial condition to the Church Council. Specifically, the Committee compiles an annual budget and oversees the receiving and expenditure of church funds, making sure that the funds are properly accounted for. It oversees the audit, stewardship and capital campaigns, and works with the Trustees and property managers to fund capital improvement projects.

Sam Hempel Chair, Sara Keeling, Marilyn Traynham, Holly Carr, Kevin Glandon, Leah Murray, Roberta Jones, Mark Wray, Dotty Dake, Kelly Barnes, Sean Walsh, Cindy Huber, Rudy Barnes, Jim Dake, Sara Keeling

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Stewardship Team

Stewardship is responsible for sustaining a culture of generosity among the Mount Olivet community. It meets on an as needed basis.

Kelly Barnes Chair, Jim Dake, Jeff Goodman, Sara Keeling, Marilyn Traynham, Holly Fletcher, Jim McElfish

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Enduring Gifts Committee

Meets quarterly

The Enduring Gifts committee oversees and publicizes the endowment fund which is in place to sustain the current and future ministry and mission of Mount Olivet. They meet quarterly.

Jim Dake Chair, Ryan Brown, Eric Lucking, Karen Lundy, Steven Meek, Emily Tan

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Nominations & Lay Leadership Development (NLD)

Meets the first Tuesday of every month

The Nominations & Lay Leadership Development (NLD) Committee helps members and friends of the congregation utilize their gifts for ministry through serving the church. The Committee oversees the identification, development and care for the volunteer leaders at Mount Olivet. Key initiatives include preparing the annual nomination slate and providing oversight of volunteer service and leadership development at the church. The Committee works throughout the year to name other leaders for the ministry that fulfill the mission of the congregation.

Sara Keeling, Marilyn Traynham, Monte Campbell, Helen Mavroidis, Sara Scarlett McDonnell

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Worship Team

The Worship Ministry team is responsible for the coordination of all aspects of the church services. This includes the implementation of worship themes and holy times of the year per the vision and direction of the Senior Pastor (e.g., Advent, Lent activities, etc.). The Team maintains coordinators for components of the service, to include ushers, acolytes, communion stewards, lay leaders, altar flowers, paraments and banners, etc. The Worship Ministry Team does not meet as a single body.

Stephanie Bekhor, Linnea Carlson, Jeff Goodman, Sara Keeling, Jonathan Saint-Thomas, Christian Danko  s/b Christina Danko, Kevin Glandon, Joe McDonnell, Sara Meek, Cindy Newcomb, Debbie Roehl

Have you ever wondered how to get more involved with the inner workings of the church? Mount Olivet welcomes your input! Most committees meet about once a month, but feel free to contact committee chairs with specific committee questions. If you are interested in serving on or assisting a council, committee, or team, fill out the form below. Please note that for leadership, expressing your interest is the first step but it does not assure a nomination and placement.

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