Committees

CHURCH COMMITTEES support the mission of Emmanuel Lutheran Church, "to share enthusiastically the love and grace of God…"

For more information, or to volunteer for any of the following committees, contact the Committee Chairs through the church office at 301-365-5733, or by email at info@elcbethesda.org

Church Council: James McGee, President
Provides leadership for the planning, operation, and financial management of Emmanuel Lutheran Church.
Church Council Members

Administration: Diane Swenson
Assists the Pastor and parish administrators in coordinating and directing the administrative activities of the church office

Altar Guild: Lesley Einwaechter, Chair
Prepares the altar for weekly worship services, holidays and other special events.

Christian Education: Marianne Beardall, Chair
Provides educational programs for children and adults. More information...

Columbarium: Max Keeney, Chair
The Columbarium/Memorial Garden was constructed to serve as a final resting place for church members and their families. For more information, contact Max Keeney maxkeeney@comcast.net

Communications: Jane Rosenquist, Webmaster e-mail

Evangelism: Deb Kalas, Chair
Provides opportunities for others to grow spiritually and to renew their personal commitment to Christ. More information...

Finance: Wayne Hunley, Chair; Bruce Grimm, Financial Secretary
Provides financial leadership to the congregation ensuring that resources are used appropriately and that the finances of the church are adequately reported

Long Range Planning: Mark Olson, Chair
Develops and assists Council in the implementation of long-range strategic plans

Mission Endowment: Chuck Violand, Chair
Manages the Mission Endowment Fund, established to enhance the outreach ministry of Emmanuel. More information...

National Lutheran Home (NLH): Jean Abel, Chair
Supports the volunteer efforts of Emmanuel members at the NLH. More information...

Outreach: Ginger Boone, Chair
Organizes and sponsors various service projects that benefit people in the community, region, nation, and throughout the world. More information...

Painting Group/Creative Endeavors: Carol Vorosmarti, Chair
Provides exhibits of art by Emmanuel members and community artists throughout the church facility; meets weekly to work on individual art projects and share Christian fellowship

Parish Life: Sheila Murtland, Chair
Plans, organizes and carries out a variety of fellowship activities. More information...

Pastor-Parish Relations: Doug Hackett, Chair
Provides an opportunity for the exchange of ideas and the discussion of issues of interest or concern with the Pastor(s) and the congregation

Personnel: Floyd Swanson, Chair
Provides on-going monitoring and review of staffing requirements and training needs to ensure that office staff are able to successfully carry out the administrative duties that support of the Pastor and the congregation; facilitate and assist with recruitment, as needed

Property: Walt Waldrop, Chair
Ensures the proper maintenance and protection of the building, property and grounds of Emmanuel Lutheran Church

Stewardship: Jon Vogel and David Curry, Co-Chairs
Plans and implements a program of stewardship pledges and offering commitments to support the mission and ministries of Emmanuel; communicates regularly with the members of Emmanuel on stewardship issues

Volunteers: Patti Leppert, Chair
Supports the Pastor(s), Parish Administrator, Council and Committee Chairs by identifying and training volunteers to assist in the operation of programs that support the ministry and congregational life of Emmanuel Lutheran Church

Worship and Music: Jessica Botsford, Chair
Works with the Pastor and Director of Music to provide meaningful and varied worship services for the congregation; responsible for church music and choirs, musical instruments and worship materials, ushers, acolytes, lectors, and the Altar Guild. More information...