BOARD OF DEACONS
In accordance with the Book of Order (2019-2021) G-2.0201: The ministry of deacon as set forth in Scripture is one of compassion, witness, and service, sharing in the redeeming love of Jesus Christ for the poor, the hungry, the sick, the lost, the friendless, the oppressed, those burdened by unjust policies or structures, or anyone in distress. Persons of spiritual character, honest repute, exemplary lives, brotherly and sisterly love, sincere compassion and sound judgment should be chosen for this ministry.
The Deacons are an elected Board of the Church. The Deacons are nominated by the Nominating Committee, confirmed by the Session and elected by the congregation. Each term is for three years. The Deacons of the First Presbyterian Church of Youngstown is a Board of nine in accordance with the by-laws, with three equal classes of three.
The Deacons have oversight of:
The Deacons are a board of the Session.
The Deacons are an elected Board of the Church. The Deacons are nominated by the Nominating Committee, confirmed by the Session and elected by the congregation. Each term is for three years. The Deacons of the First Presbyterian Church of Youngstown is a Board of nine in accordance with the by-laws, with three equal classes of three.
The Deacons have oversight of:
- The Shepherding Groups in the Church
- The Trash to Treasure Sale
- The Church Picnic in August
- The Thanksgiving Dinner
- The Giving Tree
The Deacons are a board of the Session.