Christian Education

Mission: This committee provides for the educational programs of the church and oversees the church’s growth and outreach programs.

Scope of Authority: Guided by the Book of Order and the charter of the Session. Financial resources recommended by CE Committee, set by Session and managed by the Commitment Committee. CE Committee is responsible for the supervision and management of the Hartwood’s educational programs.

Educational Programs:

Sunday School Program

Special Educational Activity Programs

Before and After Day Care

Bible Study Programs

New Member Classes

Confirmation

Vacation Bible School

Sunday School Teacher Training Program

Nursery Attendant Activities

Specific Duties:

Supervision of Sunday school, vacation Bible school, youth activities, before and after school care, Bible study including review of policies and curricula, and develops new educational programs as needed.

Supervises the leadership of these programs in conjunction with Personnel Committee including recruitment, length of service, and retention practices

Provides assistance in program development and volunteer recruitment.

Conducts workshops for teachers and other volunteers to aid their work

Makes budget recommendations to Commitment Committee for its programs and monitors same

Directs and assists pastor in conducting ‘new members’ and ‘communicant’ programs

Oversees Hartwood Elementary School mission programs

Conducts annual review of charter