Committees
Sharing your gifts and talents…
The term stewardship is often associated with church fund-raising. But that’s only part of what it’s all about.
The gifts of your time and talent will fulfill your stewardship responsibilities, just as your annual monetary pledge does.
When you support your Kensington Congregational Church family, you will make new friendships and reap priceless, personal rewards.
Stewardship opportunities abound! Discover how your talents and interests match up to at least one of the many opportunities. Call the church office to get involved!
Central
Association Delegates
Represent our church at January and April Central Association meetings of the United Church of Christ and annual statewide conference weekend meeting in October.
8 positions
Additional positions:
– Delegate to NEWBAIC (New Britain Area Interfaith Conference)
– Liaison to Spottswood African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church in New Britain
Christian Commitment
Plan the focus of the annual fund appeal and participate in coordinating communication to the congregation, including Sunday School-aged children. 6 positions
Christian Faith Formation
Supervise employment of the director of Christian Faith Formation. Work with Christian Faith Formation Director to provide, promote and coordinate the religious education activities of the church. Meet on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. 9 positions
church School teachers
Using a provided curriculum, team-teach Sunday School lessons for 4 year olds to 8th grade on Sundays from September to June with the help of the Christian Faith Formation.
Take and transcribe minutes of the Church Committee meetings and Annual Meeting. Announce annual and special meetings. Keep records of church membership.
clerk
crib room attendants
Sign up weekly to provide child care for infants and toddlers in the Reeves Center crib room during church service and other times when child care is needed.
2 adults or high school youth
diaconate
With the pastor, minister to the spiritual needs of the church and community. Serve the church in many ways, including assisting with the Lord’s Supper and the sacrament of Baptism. Meets on the 2nd Monday of the month except July. 14 positions
Finance committee
Manage investments of the church to include endowment, special funds and Munson Scholarship Fund.
Coordinate and provide flowers for Sunday services. Coordinate purchasing and decorating the sanctuary with Easter & Christmas flowers. 4 positions
flower committee
Receive comments and concerns from the church family. They serve on the Pastoral Relations Committee and coordinate the annual church picnic. 2 positions
members-at-large
memorial garden
Responsible for managing the landscaping, care, and upkeep of the garden and its use as a memorial.
memorial gifts
Keep records of memorial gifts. Authorize spending of Memorial Gifts/Special funds monies.
3 positions
missions
Oversee our church’s wider mission through local, state, national and worldwide projects. Meet monthly, except July, and on an “as needed” basis.
9 positions
moderator & vice moderator
Lead all Church Committee meetings and the church’s annual meeting. Help direct and implement church policy and long range planning.
music committee
Supervise employment of organist/music director. Provide support for all involved with the music program. Meets on the 1st Monday of each month. 6 positions
nominating
Recruit to fill positions and committee vacancies each church year as individual terms are completed or are left unfilled.
3 positions; appointed by Church Committee
outreach
Address ad hoc needs of members who are facing temporary or permanent challenges. Host The Gathering for longstanding members and those who cannot attend church regularly. 6 positions
Trustees
Oversee the property, insurance and finances of the church. Prepare Church Budget. Propose and manage capital improvements. Assist on Sundays in opening and closing of the church. Meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month. 9 positions
ushers &
substitute ushers
Usher in church three months of the year at regular Sunday services and for special occasions. 27 positions; also substitute positions (varies)
women’s service league (wsl)
Sponsor programs of worship, education, service, and giving throughout the year, promoting fellowship and strengthening the programs of the church. Primarily responsible for operation of KCC’s Berlin Fair booth. All women of the church are members.