Church Structure Boards and Committees
The Session
The governing body of the church; members are elected by the congregation for a three-year term and may serve a maximum of two consecutive terms.
The Board of Deacons
The caregivers of the congregation; they are elected by the congregation for a three-year term and may serve a maximum of two consecutive terms.
The Day School Board
Supports the Day School Director in matters pertaining to the growth and running of the Day School. Includes a Session member liaison.
The Board of Directors of the Foundation
Receives, holds, and invests funds for the support of First Presbyterian Church. Professional, independent investment managers handle the investment of Foundation assets.
Ministry Committees
The Session may establish and appoint standing committees. The Session may also create special committees or task forces for such purposes and duration as determined by the Session. All committees are accountable to the Session. The Operations Manual is available at the link: FPC Operations Manual 2023
Ambassadors
Seeks to build relationships with the community through outreach, connecting with our downtown neighborhood and mission projects.
Building & Grounds
Oversees capital funding projects and everything related to the physical maintenance of the property.
Faith Formation
Seeks to provide meaningful Christian faith formation, education, and fellowship opportunities for church
members, friends, and the Fort Wayne community. The committee will create and sustain activities and events
that help people live out their faith in the world.
Finance
Oversees the financial policies and procedures of the Church, budget development and reporting; conducts the Stewardship Program each year and other fundraisers when requested.
Korean Language Ministry Steering
Administers and conducts a full range of worship, education and mission opportunities for Korean group members.
Personnel and Administration
Conducts annual reviews of salary for clergy and support staff, approve job descriptions and staffing changes, and assists with staff evaluations.
Fine Arts
Oversees and coordinates the Art, Music, and Theater programs of FPC and consists of a chairperson and the head of each of the arts groups.
Music
Theater
Gallery
Missions
The purpose of the Mission Committee is to follow the instructions of Jesus Christ to go into
the world, feed the hungry, clothe the naked, and care for those in need.
Worship
Helps plan, oversee, and coordinate all worship services, choirs, music, ushers, acolytes, and Sanctuary guilds. They assure that the Chapel and Sanctuary are ready for services.
Nominating
The Church Officer Nominating Committee finds Nominees for the Board of Deacons and Elders on Session as people rotate off these boards each year.