Administrative support enables the powerful, life changing ministries of Plymouth Church to flourish. They are vital and important to Plymouth’s health. Many of Plymouth's members bring their professional and career skills to filling administrative leadership positions on committee, council and as office volunteers. In addition to ministries listed below, the Church Office warmly welcomes volunteers who enjoy helping in a variety of office tasks.
Dedicated volunteers provide their professional expertise and time to participate on committees that support Congregational Council in Church administration.
Dedicated volunteers provide their professional expertise and time to participate on committees that support Congregational Council in Church administration.
Participate in this ancient rite as we share the bread of life and the cup of blessing with all! Assist the clergy in offering the elements of bread and juice to the congregation during the sacrament of communion. All ages are welcome! No experience needed.
TIME COMMITMENT:
Once a month. Brief training Sunday morning before worship.
Communion Team Leader
Assist with set up of the communion table and elements prior to the service, then with clean-up after. Help supervise lay leaders during worship.
TIME COMMITMENT:
Flexible: 1-3 Sundays
Communion Coordinator
Be part of the conversation about how communion is served, the aesthetics of the table, the liturgy spoken and shared, and the type of bread we use. Work with the Worship, Music, and Arts Board to plan special celebrations of communion. Recruit, schedule and supervise team leaders and lay volunteers. Act as team leader, arrange for bread, juice, and gluten-free alternatives, and oversee the communion closet. Work with WAM Board on making communion a vital part of worship.
TIME COMMITMENT:
The first Sunday of every month, plus additional work outside of church for recruitment and grocery shopping!
Congregational Council
The Church Council acts on behalf of the congregation in the oversight of church administration, property and financial management.
In the tradition of the Congregational Church, members carry the power of the Church as they assemble in a congregational meeting. However, congregational meetings cannot function effectively in making the myriad of decisions required to operate a Church. So congregational meetings are reserved for making major decisions, such as calling a Minister or approving annual budget.
The Church has established a congregational Council comprised of four elected officers and thirteen elected non-officer members. Congregational Council acts for the Church except for matters reserved for congregational meetings. This includes overall planning and evaluation of Church programs, exercising general oversight of administration, property and finances of the Church and appointing members to Council committees.
Congregational Council members are elected to two-year terms, and serve up to two consecutive full terms.
Council Members
Tracy Simpson – Moderator Nan Macy – Vice Moderator Mark Sandstrom – Secretary Ruth Williamson – Treasurer Matt Durland - Finance Comm. Member Michael Gordon - Nominating Comm. Mem. Karen Gwilym Barb Laski Al Bentley - ex officio former Moderator
Dr. Kelle Brown - Staff Liaison
Council Committees
Dedicated volunteers provide their professional expertise and time to participate on committees that support Congregational Council in Church administration. The Congregational Council appoints Chairs and members of each of these committees.
“God has yet more light and truth to break forth from the Word.”
—John Robinson
This quote is inscribed on a banner above the doorway of our library to reflect the United Church of Christ heritage and encouragement of lifelong learning.
Plymouth Library offers an outstanding collection of materials for members of all ages to use and borrow. Plymouth Library is managed by the Library Committee and part-time Librarian Suzanne Sanderson.
Library Committee
Monthly meetings, plus some additional volunteering as your schedule allows.
Library Volunteer
Provide a friendly welcome for Library users, and help people find, check in and check out materials.
TIME COMMITMENT:
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Sunday mornings, once a month
Library Book Cart
Help library users check out books from a selection displayed during Hospitality Hour.
TIME COMMITMENT:
45 minutes during Hospitality Hour on Sundays, once a month
Worship Volunteers
Greeters, Scripture Readers, Ushers and Bus Hosts all work to create an inviting and inspiring worship experience.WILL RESUME WHEN WE WORSHIP AGAIN IN PERSON.
