Who guides the church operations?
The session, nine church members elected by the congregation, is the ruling body of the church. They are known as elders. They are responsible for overseeing the day to day operations of the church including worship, education, fellowship, mission, building and grounds, personnel, finance, and communication.
If you have questions or need any information, please contact one of the following church elders at columbiapresbyterian@gmail.com
Stuart Miner
Stuart serves on the People to God ministry team and is responsible for youth ministry.
Jerry Artopoeus
Jerry serves on People to Resources ministry team and is responsible for the building and grounds as well as church finances.
Kurt Wachholz
Kurt serves as chair of the People to God ministry team (Christian Education and Worship) as well as the treasurer of the church.
Randy Dobbs
Randy is the clerk of the session (chair of our governing board) and also serves on the People to God ministry team (Christian Education).
Robin Upshur
Robin serves on the People to God ministry team (Christian Education and Worship).
Sharon Reardon
Sharon is the chair of the People to People ministry team (church fellowship and mission).
Liga Lidums
Liga is a member of the People to Resources ministry team and works with church information (website, database, publicity).
Janet Hawkins
Janet is a member of the People to God ministry team and works with children’s education.
Lalrin Pui
Lalrin is a member of the People to God ministry team (Christian Education and Worship) and is the liaison to the Mizo members .
Rev. Tom Hagood
Tom, the church pastor, is the moderator of the church session (governing board).