Our church government is democratic in nature, sharing power and responsibility. The system of governing bodies supports mutual relationships and expresses the unity of the Church. A majority governs as these bodies reach decisions by vote, following opportunity for discussion.
Persons of all racial ethnic groups, different ages, both sexes, various disabilities, diverse geographical areas, different theological positions consistent with the Reformed tradition, as well as different marital conditions (married, single, widowed, or divorced) shall be guaranteed full participation and access to representation in the decision making of the Church.

Session Ministries
Budget and Finance: Conducts budget making process – then makes final recommendations to the Session.

Camp Policy: Oversees the use and policies of Camp Wakanda.

Christian Education: Creates and oversees all educational programs in the church.

Hospitality/Evangelism: Works with the Hospitality ministry of the Board of Deacons to encourage and welcome new members.

Memorial: Oversees use of financial gifts to the church.

Mission: Worldwide services outside the church.

Personnel: Handles all matters concerning church staff.

Public Worship and Music: Responsible for special worship programs and events.

Deacons
Moderator - Art Hughes
Vice Moderator - Susan McCausland
The charge to the Board of Deacons is to care for the spiritual and emotional needs of the membership of the Allen Park Presbyterian Church. The charge, which is given to us through scripture, supports our efforts to encourage holistic health - attending to physical, spiritual and emotional needs of our members.

Deacon Ministries:
Care of the Parish: Cares for the sick and homebound members.

Sacraments (Chairperson: Nancy Atkinson): Prepares the elements for Communion.

Ushering & Public Safety (Chairperson: Paula Long): Provides ushers for all services of worship, and makes sure our facilities are safe for all who enter. Double click to view 2009 Ushering Schedule: 2009 Ushering Schedule

Health Care & Spirituality: Conducts blood drives, oversees our hospital equipment garage, provides opportunities for learning at Worry-Free Wednesdays once a month, and promotes good health.

Congregational Life: Provides church-wide opportunities for fellowship like our annual Pig Roast and church sport teams.

Evangelism/Hospitality: Works with Evangelism to foster a welcome family environment.

Community Outreach (Chairperson: Wayne Cuthbert): Oversees food & special distributions to our community.

Trustees
President: Greg Harmon
This ministry is empowered by the session to manage all of the churches financial and real assets. Everything from bus and van use to overseeing the endowment falls to this ministry.Double click to view 2009-2010 Counting Schedule: 2009-2010 Counting Schedule

Greg Harmon - President/Chairperson
July Martin - Vice Chairperson
Tracy Cruts -Secretary
J. Michael Hill - Endowment Committee
Richard Huebler - Endowment Committee
Cheryl Kaiser -
Gretchen Lafferty - Representative to Budget & Finance
Shirley Slotka - Chair of Grounds Maintenance and Purchasing
Guy Taylor, Jr. - Chair of Transportation
Guy Taylor, Sr. -
David Walters -
Karen Woods - Memorial Committee Representative


Stewards
Moderator - Philip Drapeau
Vice Moderator - Beverly Milotz
Unique to our church, this board promotes good Stewardship all year long. The goal of the Stewards is to educate the congregation about stewardship in four areas of life: private, public, community and financial. The Stewards also oversee our Stewardship drive in the fall, where we encourage everyone in our congregation to evaluate their lives and make commitments as to what they will give in the four areas during the next year.

The Legacy Society is a ministry of the Stewards where those who have included the church in their Final Will and Testament celebrate the gifts they have been given. Those who have included the church are encouraged to inform the church and attend our annual Legacy Dinner.