Committees and Groups
Congregational Committees
Session
In a Presbyterian church and in accordance with the Book of Order, the Session is responsible for governance of a church. Bath Church is governed by a council of Elders, called a Session, who are selected by the congregation and ministerially ordained. The Session is charged with providing for the worship, ministry, and mission of the church.
Finance Committee
Al B. is our new Church Treasurer. Working together with Al is our new Financial Secretary, Sharon C. Appreciation and thanks to Chris P. and Pam B., our out-going Treasurer and Financial Secretary.
Congregational Care
Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. (Hebrews 12:14)
Congregational Care is an area of Session which provides support, care and encouragement to church members and their families. Congregational Care also supports and assists members during family illnesses, provides transportation to hospital and doctor's office visits, arranges home visits with the Pastor, provides bereavement support, and celebrates birthdays and anniversaries.
Stop by and pray in the Memorial Garden, come in for a visit, meet new friends and stay for a while. Donna is our Congregational Care Elder.
Donna S. is our Congregational Care Elder.
Media Committee
The Media Committee produces and publishes the month newsletter, The Church Mouse. The committee also oversees the church's website, www.BathChurch.org. The Media Committee also manages the marquee at the church parking lot entrance. The Media Committee also manages publication of announcements on behalf of Bath Church.
Alan T. is the Media Committee Elder.
Fellowship Committee
Let us concentrate on the things which make for harmony and growth of our fellowship together. (Romans 14:19)
Fellowship is an important part of life in the Bath Church family. God calls each of us to participate in different ways of discipleship with each other and our community. We give thanks first to Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. He guides us with His redemptive love. Things grow and change; that is part of this life in which we participate. Be of a grateful heart.
The Fellowship Commettee is seeking members and input. Mabel is our Fellowship Elder.
Chirstian Education
The Christian Education Committee works to provide Christian educational opportunities for the Bath Church congregation. Three Sunday school classes meet each Sunday morning at 9:45 AM. Classes are available for children and adults. There are two adult classes, one offering reading and discussion and the other viewing Christian media. Classes meet following breakfast and adjourn in time for Worship. Everyone is invited to join any of the Sunday morning classes. Anyone interested in working on the Chirstian Education committee should contact Elder.
The Christian Education Elder is Alan T.
Worship Committee
The Worship Committee tends to all things surrounding Worship at Bath Church - securing a pulpit supply minister when ours is unavailable, coordinating seasonal decorations for the sanctuary, preparing elements for Sacrament, preparing the program and bulletin, and many other aspects of Worship life.
Donna S. is our Worship Elder.
Mission Committee
As always, there is a constant need for food items for FISH. Every month, 81 families counting to about 275 individuals visit the FISH food pantry. These families account for an average of about 110 children, 133 adults and 16 adult seniors. With our help hungry families in Huber Heights receive groceries that they would otherwise struggle to afford.
The Mission Committee is led by Elder Hazel P. in the service of God.
Property Committee
The property committee is primarily responsible for what the title implies, and that is to maintain the general welfare and upkeep of church property. This includes, but is not limited to general maintenance and care of the grounds and repair of items that may break or need adjusting. Our committee is blessed to have "secret" helpers that always seem to be on top of things when we forget. Since our church is one of the oldest in the local area, it takes time and caring to maintain certain areas, but we hope to keep Bath Presbyterian Church a wonderful place to worship for many years to come.
Rick L. is our Propery Elder.
Groups
Book Group
The Book Group meets Thursdays at 10:00 AM for study, lively discussion, and Christian fellowship. Under the inspiring leadership of Claire and Hazel the group is currently reading Cast of Characters by Max Lucado, a book about common people in the hands of an uncommon God. All are welcome!
Women's Gathering of Bath Presbyterian Church
The Women's Gathering (WG) usually meets on the first Tuesday of each month. Each meeting includes a Bible study led by one of the members, a potluck, and sewing and craft activities. The Women's Gathering participates in the mission activities of the Presbyterian Women (PW) USA. Through PW USA the WG missions include ECHO, an interdenominational hunger program, Networkers, which honors and memorializes special mothers with anti-malarial mosquito nets for pregnant women in Africa, Craft for a Cause for which WG sews baby items for a Women's Center and laprobes for the VA Center. Still other missions include homeless needs items for the Samaritan Homeless Clinic, donations to FISH in Huber Heights, Operation Christmas Child, and more!
Music Groups
Music at Bath Church is facilitated by Brad H. and J.O. Choir practice is Wednesday evenings at 7:00 PM. Check back at this site for updates as information becomes available.