First Presbyterian Church of Arlington

 

The apostle Paul tells us to “bear one another’s burdens, and in this you will fulfill the law of Christ.” (Galatians 6:2) The office of Deacon is an ordained office “of sympathy, witness, and service after the example of Jesus Christ.”

You may suggest names for the nominating committee to consider when selecting deacons for the next term.  Click here to fill out and submit a nomination form.

The moderator of Deacons is Mary Spencer

 The deacons participate as team members of the following teams:

Hospitality Team has responsibilities for shepherds, interviewers, data upkeep and input. 

Deacons on this team are Yvonne Mickelson, Shirley Bragg, Karen Flynn, Amy Cohen, Jan Fogg, . Staff resource is Rob McClelland.

Ministry Team has responsibilities for spiritual gifts classes, volunteer opportunities, life groups, marriage course.

Deacons on this team are Jim Cicherski, Matt Annen, Carol Moody and Mary Spencer. Staff resource is Rob McClelland.

Congregational Care Team oversees congregational visitation, hospital visitation, caring for the homebound members, caring for those who are grieving and arranging receptions for funerals, prayer ministry.

Deacons on this team are: Linda McClelland, Mary Ellen Miller, Sally Dysart, Teresa Hanson, Pat Henry, Laurie Bell and Suzie Floyd.  Staff resource is Esther Choi.

Fellowship and Nurture Team has responsibilities for hospitality, kitchen guild, picnics, refreshments and receptions.

Deacons on this team are: Ellen Collins, Margaret Jones, Mary Hill, Joyce Stephenson. Staff resources are Rob McClelland, Jim McCoy.

Currently Serving as Deacons

Class of 2011

Michelle Craig Sally Dysart Suzie Floyd Joyce Stephenson
Margaret Jones Shirley Bragg Mary Ellen Miller

Class of 2012

Jim Cicherski Amy Cohen Jan Fogg Mary Hill
Carol Moody Linda McClelland Mary Spencer

Class of 2013

 
Matt Annen Laurie Bell Ellen Collins Karen Flynn
Teresa Hanson Pat Henry Yvonne Mickelson