Lutheran congregations are led jointly by those ordained and lay members. This partnership is often referred to as a "mutual ministry."  

 

Our pastors, those ordained to Word and Sacrament ministry, have been placed apart by church authorities for the special role of leading a congregation.  Their authority comes from the church that ordained them. Pastors serving congregations in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) have been ordained by the ELCA or a church that is a full communion partner with the ELCA.

 

Lay members take on vital roles for the congregation.  A Church Council is elected by the congregation and chooses who will serve as its Executive Committee.  The Executive Committee includes the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Pastor.  All council members serve as liaisons to the various committees of the congregation.  

 

The congregation also has several staff members who assure vital work is carried out. These include an Office Administrator, Organist, Treasurer, and Sexton