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Ministry Areas

Each CPC Ministry Area has responsibility for administering or sponsoring activities and tasks that support its mission or program; addressing and developing solutions for issues or problems that arise; and monitoring the health, relevancy and integrity of its ongoing operation.

Joining a standing team or ministry is a great way to become connected with the church while volunteering your time and/or talents. While it may appear that our ministry areas and teams are fully staffed, in truth we need everyone to serve. Simply call a ministry area team lead to express your interest and he or she will let you know about opportunities that range from a commitment of just an hour a month to ongoing service.

This ministry area is responsible for overseeing all financial matters of the church, including preparing the annual budget for presentation to the congregation. Ministry area members meet monthly to review the monthly statements, monitor cash flow; and address any financial concerns.

For more information, contact the team lead.

The Buildings & Grounds Ministry is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the overall CPC property and physical plant. This involves a variety of tasks:

• In conjunction with the Buildings & Grounds Manager, see that routine maintenance matters are addressed, e.g. replace light bulbs, furnace filters, repaint walls, repair plumbing, general cleaning, etc.
• Assure that major operating systems within the church are properly functioning, HVAC, electrical, sound, etc. - securing the services of outside contractors as necessary.
• In conjunction with the Buildings & Grounds Manager, see that the grounds are maintained, e.g. grass cut and shrubs trimmed, leaves and debris picked up, etc. In addition, see that no unsafe conditions exist in the playground areas.
• In conjunction with Kitchen Coordinator, oversee the kitchen, assuring that all appliances are functioning and that there are adequate stocks of basic supplies (e.g. paper products, towels, etc.).
• Oversee contracts and the invoices for various routine services, e.g. pest control, trash removal, janitorial, etc.

For more information, contact the team lead.

The Caregivers team responds to the needs of the congregation, primarily through sending cards, making phone calls, and preparing meals (either for the church freezer or at the time of delivery). Working closely with our pastors, caregivers telephone those in need, deliver Easter lilies, and deliver Christmas poinsettias. They respond to joys, as well as concerns. Caregivers will also provide a simple reception following a funeral or memorial service. The team also can provide a meal for the family before or after a funeral. A Caregivers team member can participate in any one or all of the caregiver activities.

If you are in need of caregiver services, or would like to serve on the team, contact a pastor, or the Christian Fellowship Ministry team lead.

This ministry team serves as the board that oversees the administration of the Preschool program at CPC. Its membership includes the directors of both programs, an Elder representative, parent representatives, Preschool staff representatives, and church members. It is chaired by a member of Session. The Preschool serves children aged 18 months to 5 years and operates weekday mornings. This ministry team meets monthly. Subteams include the personnel and playground teams. Team members interface with Buildings and Grounds and Insurance issues. Members of the ministry team are also called on to assist with playground and classroom maintenance, policy development, student registration and scholarship approvals.

Also see CPC Childcare Ministries.

For more information, contact the Missions Ministry team lead.

The Christian Education (CE) Ministry's mission is to provide a wide variety of opportunities for church members of all ages to grow in their Christian faith. CE programs have many forms and include the Sunday morning church school classes; evening classes for adults, focused on special topics; Vacation Bible School; Wednesday Night Live; and programs to nurture and train our teachers. Ministry members meet once a month to discuss and plan programs, and help with CE events.

Also see Christian Education & Spiritual Development.

For more information, contact the Christian Education team lead.

This ministry area provides feedback on various communications issues such as The Link newsletter, church bulletins, the CPC Web site, church email lists and other issues related to communications. The Information Technology (IT) team members perform all system activities needed to maintain operating church computer systems and networks. They resolve systems-related problems; perform periodic administrative tasks; plan/implement fixes and enhancements; maintain the Internet firewall; implement security measures; and maintain the church’s database application and Internet Service Provider services.

For more information, contact the Communications or IT team lead.

This ministry oversees the monies accumulated in the Memorial and Endowment Fund, which initiates, supports and maintains worthy community projects. The members of this team are appointed by session. They meet quarterly to administer the Fund, including receiving, promoting, investing, expending and managing its donations.

Also see Memorials and Endowments.

For more information, contact the team lead.

The Insurance Team is responsible for ensuring that all church property is appropriately insured; all insurance bills are processed for payment in a timely manner; to maintain contact with and respond promptly to our insurance agent concerning all issues and changes in property; and to monitor premium payments for Childcare Ministry programs and assist the directors as needed.

For more information, contact the team lead.

The Kitchen Team has the following responsibilities:

• Ensure supplies are stocked as needed, including coffee and paper goods (which are ordered through the church office).
• Look at upcoming events calendar to insure that correct supplies are available.
• Clean the kitchen, or insure that it is kept clean, especially refrigerators.
• Order cleaning materials from Ecolab as needed.

For more information, contact the Kitchen Team Lead, Barb Munch, or the session contact.

The Music and Worship Ministry is responsible for coordinating congregational worship activities and for supporting the church’s music ministry. The team meets on the third Monday of each month. Responsibilities of the team include:

• Liturgy Teams to plan weekly worship services
• Choirs
• Special services during the Advent/Christmas and Lenten/Easter seasons
• Chancel Guild
• Acolytes
• Lay readers
• The “Preparing Children for Worship” program
• Communion servers
• Special music and drama events

This ministry area is supported by numerous church members who serve on the Chancel Guild, direct or sing in the chancel and youth choirs, serve communion, train and coordinate the acolytes, serve on monthly liturgy teams and as lay readers, and volunteer to plan and lead other worship programs and activities.

If you are interested in serving in some aspect of the church’s music and worship ministry, contact the ministry area team lead.

For more information, also see Music and the Arts.

The CPC Nominating Team is an elected body of the congregation made up of one elder who serves as team lead, one elder who serves on the team to represent session, and five at-large members of the congregation. The Nominating Team is responsible for identifying the future officers of the church and presenting a slate for election to the congregation each year. The team meets actively throughout the year to identify and nominate ten members of the congregation to serve as officers.

For more information, contact the team lead.

The Personnel Ministry strives to achieve a church that is administered smoothly by supporting the leadership staff and clergy in ministering to the needs of the congregation, and assuring there is ample office staff for all necessary administrative duties. Support is provided to staff members; and personnel policy is defined and approved. Team members meet monthly to define job descriptions, roles, responsibilities and work plans, and to ensure the office is fully staffed.

For more information, contact the team lead.

This is a quiet ministry of listening to persons within and beyond the congregation who need someone with whom to share the difficult thoughts and feelings that go with times of transition.

For more information, see the Stephen Ministry team lead, or see Stephen Ministers.

The Transportation team

• Works closely with the Childcare Ministry Director to ensure that the two church vehicles are properly maintained
• Ensures proper safety and control procedures are in place
• Keeps bus procedures posted and updated in the vehicles
• Manages the Sunday morning transportation program
• Approves all repair invoices and works with the Budget & Finance committee regarding costs and ultimate replacement of the vehicles.

For more information, contact the Transportation Coordinator, Vinny DeRobertis, or the session contact.

This team is responsible for the following:

• Coordinates the ushering schedule for all worship services
• Opens the church prior to the first worship service of the day, and closes the church following the last worship service
• Collects the offering; counts and journals the funds; makes the final bank deposit
• Coordinates who will run the sound system for all worship services
• Ensures that there is an elder available for all weddings and funerals that are conducted at the church

For more information, contact the team lead.

The Youth Ministry team oversees and supports the Youth Ministry of Cary Presbyterian Church. This ministry includes, but is not limited to, Sunday evening youth programs and confirmation classes. The team strives to meet the needs of all youth in the church - and works to identify these needs and address them wherever possible.

There is a need for Youth Group Advisors who coordinate activities for each youth group. Team members are also needed to support advisors in planning activities and summer camps.

For more information, contact the team lead.