Church Council – coordinates policy and programs of the church

  • President: Autum Jennings
  • Vice President: Andy Karcher
  • Treasurer: Robbie Van Nest
  • Assistant Treasurer: Lonny Davis
  • Secretary: Kristine Wentzien
  • Assistant Secretary: James Beal
  • Members at Large: Drew Florian, David Moss, Gail Geisel, Shawn Ryan, DeeDee Yanczer,  Paul Connor

Ministry Teams

Building and Property Ministry – care, operation, use and maintenance of the facilities
Chairperson, Ethan Hale

Evangelism and Communications Ministry – responsible for sharing the good news of Hope UCC with its members and the community
Chairperson, Andy Karcher

Finance and Insurance Ministry – oversight of investment and insurance policies
Chairperson, Dan Emerson

Hospitality Ministry – creates ways of welcome including fellowship time on Sundays after both worship services
Chairperson, Carol Zimmer

Open and Affirming Ministry – responsible for promoting Hope UCC as a welcoming place for the LGBTQ community
Chairperson, Drew Florian

One Body Ministry – responsible for maintaining a personal “family” connection with Hope’s members and friends who are unable to attend worship
and church events
Chairperson, Paul Conner

Outreach Ministry – development and promotion of outreach and mission efforts
Chairperson, Clint McCann

Pastoral and Staff Relations Ministry – supports and maintains staff relationships
Chairperson, Emma  Aughinbaugh

Special Events Ministry – plans and coordinates a variety of special events including a Spaghetti Supper
Chairperson, Susie Richman

Stewardship Ministry – education and interpretation of stewardship issues
Chairperson, Ron Geisel

Worship Ministry – responsible for the services of worship, administration of the music ministry, the sacraments, usher, acolytes and liturgists
Chairperson, Denise Buck

Youth and Children’s Ministry – responsible for educational programs for youth and children
Chairperson, Bethel Hale