Meet Our Elders
The responsibilities of the Elders in the Christian Church are as follows:
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Share in the ministration of baptism
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Share in the ministration of the Lord's Supper
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Conduct of worship
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Share in the pastoral care
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Share in the the spiritual leadership of the congregation
First Christian Church Elders for 2021 are:(l to r) Barbara Stivers, Sonya Vann, Eileen Mischke, Judy Shade, Eileen Crouch, Sue Catron. Not pictured are: Richard Reif, Doug Stivers, Mike Phillips, Paula Reif.
Jack Dobbins (Elder Emeritus)
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Jack has been a member at First Christian Church for 60 years
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He serves on the following committees: Communion to the Shut Ins, & the Church Board
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Jack likes attending First Christian Church because we study the Bible, fellowship with other members of the church, & attending church helps him in attaining inner peace.
Judy Shade
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Judy has been a member at First Christian Church for more than 10 years
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She serves on the Membership committee
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Judy likes attending First Christian Church because the people are friendly & accepting, we are able to interepret for ourselves, communion is given every Sunday, & it's a warm and welcoming church
Sonya Vann
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Sonya has been a member at First Christian Church for approximately 30 years
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She serves on the Outreach committee
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Sonya likes attending First Christian Church because "love" is shown here and there is inclusiveness of all Christians regardless of their beliefs