Route #513 at Grandin Road/Race Street
2 Race Street, Pittstown, NJ 08867
(908) 735-5733
www.bethlehempresbyterian.org
Rev. Paul F. Rack, Interim Minister
How the Church is Organized
Synod of the Northeast
Elizabeth Presbytery
Session
The session is the ruling Board of the church and is made up of the church Elders and Moderator (Pastor).
From The Book of Order Section G-6.0304
It is the duty of elders, individually and jointly, to strengthen and nurture the faith and life of the congregation committed to their charge. Together with the pastor, they should encourage the people in the worship and service of God, equip and renew them for their tasks within the church and for their mission in the world, visit and comfort and care for the people, with special attention to the poor, the sick, the lonely, and those who are oppressed. They should inform the pastor and session of those persons and structures which may need special attention. They should assist in worship. (See W-1.4003, W-2 . 3 0 11-.3012, W-3.1003, W-3.3616, and W-4 . 4003.) They should cultivate their ability to teach the Bible and may be authorized to supply places which are without the regular ministry of the Word and Sacrament...
Donald Castle, Clerk of Session
| Class of 2008 | Class of 2009 | Class of 2010 |
|---|---|---|
| Jack Dean | Gene Arace | Robin Albing |
| Charles Kalfaian | Peter Ashey | Robyn Bercaw |
| Alberta Madsen | Vicki Fresolone | Colleen Duerr |
| Mary Ellen Soldavin | Jeffrey Thorne | Karen Harrison |
| Alicia Tamilio | Michael Young | Rick Nelson |
Board of Deacons
The Book of Order, Section G-6.0400The office of deacon as set forth in Scripture is one of sympathy, witness, and service after the example of Jesus Christ. Persons of spiritual character, honest repute, of exemplary lives, brotherly and sisterly love, warm sympathies, and sound judgment should be chosen for this office.
It is the duty of deacons, first of all, to minister to those who are in need, to the sick, to the friendless and to any who may be in distress both within and beyond the community of faith. They shall assume such other duties as may be delegated to them from time to time by the session, such as leading the people in worship through prayers of intercession, reading the Scriptures, presenting the gifts of the people, and assisting with the Lord's Supper. (See W-3.3616.)
There are 12 deacons that are elected for 3 year terms and 3 youth deacons elected for one year terms. Refer to the Board of Deacons section for more information.
The Board of Deacons
Jens Duerr, Moderator
Chip Paillex, Vice-Moderator
Susan Kalfaian, Treasurer
Jill O’Neil, Secretary
| Class of 2008 | Class of 2009 | Class of 2010 |
|---|---|---|
| Jens Duerr | James Black | Jill O’Neil |
| Bruce Harrison | David Hall | Ed VanderVeen |
| Frank McDonald | Susan Kalfaian | Jeff Young |
| Gene Pearson | Chip Paillex | |
| Marissa Gallaway (1 year) | Al Tamilio | |
| Sarah Paul (1 year) |
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